Reasons Why Regular Pump Maintenance Is Critical

If you own or manage a larger property in New York City, you probably have a lot of pumps on the premises. Regular maintenance appointments with experts like Antler Pumps is vital to extend the life of your pumps and minimize costly damage.

Submersible Pumps

What they do

The two kinds of submersible pumps we see most often in New York City are sump pumps and sewage ejector pumps. A sump pump keeps rising waters from flooding your property–you may have appreciated yours during the recent Tropical Storm Elsa.

A sewage ejector pump flushes sewage from low-lying areas of a building when there isn’t enough gravity to do the job. Sometimes these pumps have a grinding element that pulverizes the waste before sending it to the sewer main.

Why it’s important to maintain them

Without proper maintenance, your submersible pump could fail, causing a host of problems for your property, including:

  • Water damage inside and to the building’s foundation
  • Risk of electrical shock from rising water
  • Sewage and wastewater backing up in fixtures and appliances
  • Inability to use sinks, toilets, and washing machines
  • Unpleasant odors in the building’s interior
  • Tenant complaints
  • Citations and fines from the city

Pressure Booster Pumps

What they do

Pressure booster pumps help ensure that all levels of a building have the same water pressure, which is regulated by the city. The taller your structure is, the more a booster pump is needed to fight the force of gravity that wants to keep water on lower floors. Pressure booster pumps can be found in properties of all sizes, but they’re most common in high-rise buildings.

Why it’s important to maintain them

Booster pump failure due to a dirty pump can result in occupants on the upper floors of your building getting insufficient water or no water at all. This can result in a lot of angry tenants or even penalties from the city. If a booster pump is used in fire suppression, its malfunction could prevent sprinklers from getting the water they need in an emergency

Steam Condensate Pumps

What they do

Steam condensate pumps remove condensate from your closed heating system and return it to the boiler, where it is reheated and used to make more steam for the property’s radiators. Condensate occurs when steam cools and water that is below the boiling point changes from a gas to a liquid again.

Why it’s important to clean them

Keeping your steam condensate pump in optimal condition results in a more efficient heating system. It also reduces water hammer, that terrible banging you sometimes hear in steam pipes and radiators when water isn’t properly removed and competes with steam in the same confined space.

Call Antler Pumps for All Your Pump Maintenance Needs

New York City’s hyper-local blue-chip experts

It’s great to clean your building’s pumps on your own between service calls, but if you run into trouble, such as a clogged impeller, or it’s time for your regular professional maintenance, Antler Pumps are the ones to call. You can reach us at 212-534-2500, or take advantage of our easy online form to schedule an appointment at your convenience. We offer emergency service too for those repairs that just can’t wait.

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