Commercial Plumbing Industry News & Insights
Stay informed on commercial plumbing trends, maintenance tips, regulatory updates, and expert insights for property and facility managers.
Regulations2024 New Mexico Plumbing Code Adoption: What Facility Managers Need to Know
New Mexico has adopted the 2024 New Mexico Plumbing Code and Mechanical Code, resetting baseline requirements for commercial plumbing and HVAC systems statewide. This update impacts design, permitting, inspections, and compliance for on‑site and modular projects, and requires facility and property managers to reassess current standards and capital plans.
My Plumbing TechSep 11, 2026
RegulationsCommercial Plumbing Standards Update: IAPMO Signs MOUs with CIPHE and ASPE
IAPMO signed two memorandums of understanding with CIPHE and ASPE at the 14th World Plumbing Conference in Birmingham on September 2, 2026. For facility managers and commercial real estate professionals, the move points to stronger global coordination on plumbing standards, training, and best practices that can affect compliance, system reliability, and project planning.
My Plumbing TechSep 4, 2026
Tips & GuidesCommercial Water Heater Repair: Practical Guide for Facility and Property Managers
Commercial water heater repair decisions directly affect tenant satisfaction, uptime, and risk. This guide walks facility and property managers through safety, diagnostics, repair vs. replacement, and maintenance strategies for gas and electric commercial water heaters in offices, retail, healthcare, warehouses, and multifamily.
My Plumbing TechSep 1, 2026
RegulationsCommercial Plumbing Code Updates for Facility Managers: What the 2027 International Codes Mean
Late-August industry news points to important commercial plumbing code and equipment changes ahead, including the upcoming 2027 International Codes and broader adoption of ICC/MBI 1200 series standards. Facility managers and property teams should start aligning design, procurement, and compliance plans now.
My Plumbing TechAug 28, 2026
Tips & GuidesGrease Trap Maintenance: A Practical Guide for Commercial Facilities
Grease trap maintenance is a critical risk-control task for commercial kitchens and mixed‑use buildings. This guide shows facility and property managers how to set cleaning schedules, supervise service vendors, protect drain and sewer systems, and avoid costly backups and compliance issues.
My Plumbing TechAug 25, 2026
RegulationsColorado Approves Water Demand Calculator for Commercial Water Supply Piping Sizing
Colorado’s approval of the Water Demand Calculator as an alternate standard for sizing water supply piping gives commercial project teams another path for design and review. For facility managers, property managers, and CRE professionals, it may affect how new systems and major retrofits are evaluated for performance, water efficiency, and code compliance.
My Plumbing TechAug 21, 2026
RegulationsPEX Tubing Standards Advisory: What Facility Managers Need to Know
A PEX tubing standards advisory can affect product selection, submittals, inspection acceptance, and warranty risk on commercial plumbing projects. Facility managers and property teams should confirm specifications, approvals, and AHJ requirements before approving substitutions or repair materials.
My Plumbing TechAug 14, 2026
Tips & GuidesSump Pump Maintenance for Commercial Buildings: A Practical Guide
Reliable sump pump maintenance protects commercial basements, loading docks, utility rooms, and below-grade assets from flooding and downtime. This guide gives facility managers and property teams a practical inspection, testing, and replacement plan.
My Plumbing TechAug 11, 2026
Industry NewsCommercial Plumbing News: What Facility Managers Need to Know When Recent Stories Are Limited
When the latest commercial plumbing news is thin, facility teams should focus on the issues that most affect uptime, compliance, and lifecycle cost. This article translates that reality into practical next steps for property managers and commercial real estate professionals.
My Plumbing TechAug 7, 2026
Tips & GuidesPipe Relining for Commercial Buildings: Cost-Efficient, Trenchless Pipe Rehabilitation Guide
Pipe relining is a trenchless method that restores aging sewer and drain lines from the inside, avoiding demolition, shutdowns, and major capital spend. This guide explains when relining makes sense, how it works, and what facility and property managers should demand from vendors to protect commercial assets.
My Plumbing TechAug 4, 2026
RegulationsIAPMO Webinar: What Facility Managers Need to Know About Upcoming Plumbing Code Education
IAPMO has announced a new plumbing education webinar scheduled for August 19, 2026. For facility managers and commercial real estate professionals, this is an opportunity to stay current on plumbing codes, standards, and compliance, and to strengthen capital planning and risk management across building portfolios.
My Plumbing TechJul 31, 2026
Industry NewsBobyard Plumbing Takeoff: AI Estimating for Commercial Plumbing
Bobyard has launched Bobyard Plumbing Takeoff, an AI-native platform that reads commercial plumbing drawings and automates takeoff and estimating tasks. For property and facility managers, this can mean more consistent bids, faster preconstruction timelines, and better coordination with plumbing contractors on complex projects.
My Plumbing TechJul 24, 2026