Category: #water
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Emergency Roofer: What to Do After a Storm (And Who to Call)
Storms can hit Madison hard and fast, leaving behind hail damage, fallen branches, and unexpected roof leaks. The aftermath can be overwhelming, whether wind ripping off shingles or water seeping through flashing. Acting quickly is key, and knowing when to call a roofer in Madison helps prevent costly long-term damage to your home. Here’s what…
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Underground Leak Signs: What Every Property Owner Should Know
Unexpected wet ground signals trouble when the weather stays dry and sprinklers remain off, because water rising from a hidden pipe soaks the soil and forms lingering dark patches. Soft spots underfoot, spongy turf, or shallow standing water near paths or driveways suggest steady seepage that needs attention before surfaces shift. Persistent dampness around the…
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FGIA Updates Water Leakage Test Guide for Fenestration
The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) has updated a specification providing a quality assurance and diagnostic field water penetration check for fenestration products. AAMA 501.2-25, Quality Assurance and Diagnostic Water Leakage Field Check of Installed Storefronts, Curtain Walls and Sloped Glazing Systems, an FGIA document, is now available for purchase in the FGIA online store.…
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Zurn’s plumbSMART Platform Now Fully Patented
Zurn by Zurn Elkay Water Solutions is pleased to announce its groundbreaking smart water management platform, plumbSMART™, is now fully patented. Engineered to unify the monitoring and control of water infrastructure—including bottle fillers, faucets, flush valves, backflow preventers, and grease interceptors—plumbSMART is designed to support large-scale facility operations with unmatched intelligence, visibility, and efficiency. “Securing…
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Global Drain Enhances Drainage for Denver’s 16th Street Mall
Quick Facts: Location: Denver Colorado Customer: PCL Design firm: Martin & Martin Timeline: 13 phase project over 28 months. First phase shipped Nov. 2022, Final phase shipped Feb. 2025 Amount: Over 7650 feet of Slot Drain. Load Requirements: Designed to meet AASHTO M 306-10 HS-20. Maximum Flow Rate: 1290 GPM (at the deepest flange of…
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How Site-Specific Water Treatment in Perth Improves Project Efficiency
Project environments vary, and so do their water requirements. Elements like terrain, groundwater composition, and operational needs differ from one location to another. Applying a single water treatment method across all sites in Perth may not provide the consistency or quality needed during project execution. Perth’s unique environmental factors are growing the need for tailored…