As a facility manager, you are responsible for ensuring that your building or property is always in excellent condition. One of the most important tasks in maintaining a facility is drain maintenance. It’s essential to have a comprehensive drain maintenance plan to ensure that your property’s drainage system is always functioning correctly. In this article, we’ll discuss the benefits of pre-planned drain maintenance and why it’s essential for FM managers.
What is pre-planned drain maintenance?
Pre-planned drain maintenance is a proactive approach to maintaining your building’s drainage system. It involves scheduling regular drain cleaning and inspections to prevent blockages, leaks, and other issues. A pre-planned maintenance schedule can help you identify potential problems before they become major issues, saving you time and money in the long run.
Benefits of pre-planned drain maintenance:
- Avoid costly repairs – Pre-planned drain maintenance can help you avoid costly repairs by identifying potential problems early. For example, a drain that is slowly draining water may indicate a clog that could lead to a backup or overflow. By addressing the problem early, you can avoid costly repairs and potential damage to your property.
- Increase the lifespan of your drainage system – By keeping your drainage system clean and free of debris, you can increase its lifespan. Regular maintenance can help prevent corrosion and other damage that can shorten the lifespan of your pipes and other drainage components.
- Reduce the risk of health hazards – Clogged or damaged drains can lead to unpleasant odours and the growth of bad bacteria, which can pose health risks to those using the property. Unattended leaks can also lead to damp in the property walls, keeping the drains clean and free flowing can help prevent this.
- Improve regulatory compliance – Many industries, such as food service, healthcare and hospitals, have regulations that require drain maintenance to prevent the spread of disease and ensure public health. Planned maintenance can help keep on top of your regulatory requirements and ensure nothing slips through the net.
At Metro Rod, we believe that prevention is better than cure. By implementing a regular drain maintenance plan, conducted at a time that suits you we can help prevent disruption and save you money. When discussing a plan, we’ll review your site and its requirements to put a tailored plan in place, and with a network of over 500 highly trained pump and drainage engineers you can trust us to provide a reliable, professional service.
To find out more about implementing a pre-planned maintenance plan, please visit: www.metrorod.co.uk
