Commercial Plumbing Services
Commercial Plumbing Services | Commercial Plumbing | Plumbing | Sewanee
When Sewanee businesses spring a leak, plan an expansion, or simply want a smarter way to conserve water, they turn to HEP for reliable commercial plumbing expertise. Our licensed technicians arrive on-schedule and fully equipped, minimizing downtime with advanced diagnostics, trenchless repair options, and code-compliant installations tailored to restaurants, offices, campuses, and industrial facilities alike. From backflow prevention to grease trap maintenance and 24/7 emergency response, we keep your operations flowing smoothly so you can focus on serving customers, students, or staff.
HEP’s local roots mean we understand the unique demands of mountain weather, historic buildings, and busy tourist seasons in Sewanee. Whether you need proactive maintenance to avoid costly shutdowns or a complete system upgrade that boosts efficiency, one call brings transparent pricing, detailed communication, and workmanship backed by decades of experience in commercial plumbing. Partner with a team that treats your property like their own—clean, courteous, and committed to doing everything to Help-Educate-Protect.
FAQs
What types of commercial properties do you service in Sewanee?
We work with virtually every kind of commercial facility in and around Sewanee, including restaurants, cafés, retail stores, University of the South campus buildings, apartment complexes, medical offices, churches, light-industrial sites, and municipal buildings. Our technicians are equipped to handle everything from large-diameter water mains and fire-suppression feed lines to specialty fixtures such as commercial kitchen dish machines and lab eyewash stations.
Are your plumbers properly licensed and insured to perform commercial work in Tennessee?
Yes. All of our lead technicians hold current Tennessee LMP (Licensed Master Plumber) credentials, and every crew member carries the state-required journeyman or apprentice card. The company maintains full general liability, workers’ compensation, and commercial auto coverage that meets or exceeds Franklin County and Sewanee business requirements. Copies of certificates are available on request for your risk-management files.
Do you provide 24/7 emergency plumbing service for local businesses?
Absolutely. Our emergency dispatch center answers calls 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Because our shop is centrally located near US-41A, we can usually have a fully stocked service van at any Sewanee address within 60–90 minutes—often faster during normal business hours. We carry commercial-grade drain machines, pipe-freezing rigs, and replacement valves on every truck so most crises can be resolved on the first visit.
What preventive maintenance options do you offer and why are they important?
We offer quarterly, semi-annual, and annual maintenance agreements that include video inspection of sewer laterals, water-pressure testing, water-heater flushing, backflow-preventer certification, and fixture-seal checks. Routine maintenance reduces the likelihood of disruptive breakdowns, extends the lifespan of equipment, and keeps you in compliance with Sewanee Utility District and Tennessee Department of Environment & Conservation (TDEC) regulations. Clients on a maintenance plan also receive priority scheduling and reduced after-hours rates.
How do you minimize downtime for my business during major repairs or retrofits?
Before any project begins we create a detailed work-phasing plan that identifies critical service hours for your operation. Whenever possible, noisy or water-shutoff tasks are scheduled after close of business or during university breaks. We can also set up temporary water bypasses to keep restrooms operational. Our crews use trenchless pipe-lining, press-fit copper, and ProPress stainless systems to speed installation and reduce demolition, allowing most repairs to be completed 30–50 % faster than traditional methods.
Can you help ensure my facility stays compliant with local codes and ADA requirements?
Yes. Our estimators stay current on the latest International Plumbing Code (IPC) editions adopted by Tennessee as well as specific amendments enforced by Franklin County. We also advise on ADA restroom clearances, hands-free fixture requirements, and grease interceptor sizing. At the end of every job we provide stamped pressure-test reports, backflow certification forms, and detailed as-built drawings that simplify future inspections and code audits.