The recent water main break that damaged parts of UCLA’s campus and stranded motorists is an exceptionally large example of a common occurrence. At Pipe Prop, we know most water main breaks are not as spectacular, but they can still destroy property and require the expertise of trained plumbers. In many cases, our line of pipe support products can help prevent broken pipes or support pipes after repairs have been made.
What Is a Water Main?
Your water main is the pipe that connects your business’s plumbing system to the public water system. Whereas broken pipes inside your building can cause small amounts of water damage, a broken water main means a much larger quantity of water is released into the environment.
Common Broken Water Main Damage
In addition to repairing the water main itself, plumbers often need to examine and repair other parts of your plumbing that may have been affected by the break. Pipe repair often includes cleaning out mud and debris that have washed into a plumbing system as a result of the break. Sometimes it is also necessary to replace pipes that have been damaged during the incident.
Precautions Against Breaks
Water main breaks can happen at any time of year, but summer is an excellent time to make sure your plumbing system is working properly. Licensed plumbers can examine your business and locate broken pipes that need repairs or weak pipes that need support before serious damage occurs. Many experts recommend that you have your pipes examined every year, particularly if your system is older.
If your water main or your entire plumbing system is out of date, a plumber may recommend that you update your system with new pipes and a secure pipe support system such as the Pipe Prop Adjustable Pipe Support System. If you have any questions about applications or usage of our system, please contact us today at 1-888-590-0120.