Category: #water
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Smart Tech Water Conservation: Taking It to the Next Level
How much water do you think you use in a single day, and how much of it do you actually need? For years, conservation meant cutting back: shorter showers, fewer lawn days, and fixing drips when they appeared. Those small habits still help, but today’s challenges are bigger than ever. Population growth, aging infrastructure, and…
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Top Signs Your Contractor Might Be Liable for Water Leaks
Water damage in your home can result from contractor negligence during construction or renovation. Property owners need to recognize when water intrusion stems from substandard workmanship rather than normal wear and tear. Documentation of these issues becomes critical when pursuing claims against contractors. Understanding the specific red flags helps homeowners protect their investments and hold…
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Local Experts Share Tips for Water & Fire Damage Cleanup
Escaping a fire or overwhelming water event is traumatic, and seeing the aftermath is a second blow to the sense of personal safety and security. The jolt is experienced by everyone, from the property owner, tenants, neighbors, employees, and families, often leaving people wondering what to do next. Central Coast Casualty Restoration, Inc. (CCCR) has been…
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Comprehensive Guide to Home Water Filter Technologies
Looking for cleaner, safer water for your family? Water filters have become a staple in homes across the country. With a new study showing that 27% of public water systems violated at least one drinking water standard in 2022, homeowners are increasingly taking water quality into their own hands. The problem is that Not all…
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How Quality Plumbing Boosts Efficiency and Sustainability
When you think about construction, you might picture tall cranes, concrete mixers, or workers fitting steel beams together. What often gets overlooked, however, is the hidden network that makes any building functional: its plumbing. A well-designed plumbing system goes far beyond delivering water and removing waste; it influences efficiency, sustainability, and even the long-term success…
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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…