Property Management Shout-Out

Provincial Tank Lining and Inspections Inc.

What a great week. This week I performed 2 awareness presentations for Property Management firms that I feel deserve a shout-out.

Both these firms have strong core values and are committed to high standards of quality service. Their pursuit of excellence is evident by their devotion to education and the desire to have the most informed Property Managers in the industry. There's a full understanding by upper management, that everyone of their Property Managers are the public representation of their 'brand'.

If you want the best 'brand'...develop the best Property Managers.

So in alphabetical order:

A.A. Property Management & Associates

Tony Abela, R.C.M
President and Owner
Proud Members of: ACMO, CCI, NACM

Website Excerpt

"Our goal is to build lasting relationships by providing service beyond expectation to each and every client, owner and resident.

Accept challenges with a positive attitude and the highest degree of professionalism, focusing on honesty, integrity, loyalty, understanding, communication, accountability, well informed and educated common sense decision making while providing for safety and welfare to all."

ICC Property Management Ltd.

Steven Christodoulou, R.C.M.
President & CEO
ACMO President - 2013/2014

Website Excerpt

"At ICC Property Management Ltd., we understand that our clients expect a quality living environment. We are dedicated to delivering satisfaction with hands on management to meet the needs and expectations of condominium board of directors and owners alike. Our experience, technical and financial expertise, as well as our conscientious servicing programs, guarantee our clients the highest standards of property preservation and enhancement."

In conclusion...I send my shout-out to A.A. Property Management & Associates as well as ICC Property Management Ltd. for a commitment to higher standards of service and excellence.

Regards,

Jason

Jason Rusnak
Director of Business Development
Provincial Tank Lining and Inspections Inc.
C. 519.387.2635
www.ProvTank.com

Troubleshoot Sediment in Hot Water Tanks

Provincial Tank Lining and Inspections Inc.

I was on YouTube today looking for some videos relevant to our services and came across the video below.  This video speaks specifically to maintenance on the smaller disposable tanks (119 US Gal and under) but he presents similar issues we see in the Large Hot Water Storage Tanks with manways.

Unfortunately Provincial Tank Lining and Inspections provides no services for this size of tank but when we come across them, I always mention 2 things to obtain a prolonged servicing life.

1. Flush your tank yearly.
2. Replace the anode every year or at least every second year.

This video speaks of both these required services and also highlights the dangers/expenses of accumulated sediment.



So what do I want you take home form this video that is relevant to the larger DHWSTs?

1. Preventative maintenance will give you a prolonged servicing life.
2. Your tank should have a maintenance program.
3. Sediment should be removed to prevent problems.
4. Anodes must be replace to protect unlined areas of the tank.

Contact Provincial Tank Lining and Inspections for more information pertaining to large Domestic Hot Water Storage Tanks with manways.

Regards,

Jason

Jason Rusnak
Director of Business Development
Provincial Tank Lining and Inspections Inc.
C. 519.387.2635
www.ProvTank.com

Fraser Valley, BC - Visual Internal Assessment

Provincial Tank Lining and Inspections Inc. - Visual Internal Assessment

The following images are from a Visual Internal Assessment in BC, the Fraser Valley District.  The purpose of this inspection was to determine a preventative maintenance plan for the client and to supply them with the necessary information (via report with images) to obtain funding for the required maintenance.

Debris and sediment found on the lower part of the Storage Tank.

Unprotected Manway Cover: The big chunks of cement in the above image are from the manway cover.  Portions of the lining protecting the manway cover have fallen off leaving the manway unprotected.  The fine particles of cement are from the natural deterioration of the cement lining.  The remaining debris is corrosion from the tanks inlets and outlets as well as debris from outside sources.

Debris and sediment surrounding the outlet of a Hot Water Storage Tank.

Depleted Anode: In this image, you will notice a corroded long thin object just to the bottom left of the outlet.  This object is what's left of the magnesium anode designed to protect the inlets and outlets.  The anode is well past it's servicing life and has left the inlets and outlets of this tank unprotected for some time.  If a DHWST is going to leak...it's going to happen around the inlets and outlets.  Regular anode replacement is vital.

Corroded inlet due to lack of Anode protection.

Corroded Inlet: The above image highlights the importance of regular anode replacement.  This inlet has begun to corroded and if no service is performed, it will leak in the future.

Contact Provincial Tank Lining for more information or to schedule a $349.00 + taxes Visual Internal Assessment.

Regards,

Jason

Jason Rusnak
Directory of Business Development
Provincial Tank Lining and Inspections Inc.
C. 519.387.2635
www.ProvTank.com

Hot Water Storage Tank - Visual Internal Assessment Special

Domestic Hot Water Storage Tank - Visual Internal Inspection

$349.00 Pre-Winter Special September 1 - December 31, 2013 Domestic Hot Water Tank Visual Internal Assessment! Price does not include tax. Price does not include the cost of a plumber to drain, cool, remove manway, reinstall manway and restore the Domestic Hot Water Storage Tank to service. You've asked! We've Answered! The company you want at the price you need! Schedule Today! Brandon Huinink (Pacific Division Manager) Call TF: 877.626.2877 Email: Brandon@provtank.com Text: 778.859.1597 Visual Assessment Includes: Manway cover assessment. Manway cover gasket assessment. Anode assessment. Visual interior lining assessment. Exterior inlet and outlet assessment. Digital report with pictures. Peace of mind! www.ProvTank.com

Call Provincial Tank Lining and Inspections for more information or to schedule your inspection today.

Regards,

Jason.

Jason Rusnak
Director of Business Development
Provincial Tank Lining and Inspections Inc.
C 519.387.2635
www.ProvTank.com

Abbotsford, British Columbia | Hot Water Storage Tank Reline

Hot Water Storage Tank - Reline

Today I want to show you a few images of a Hot Water Storage Tank recently relined by Provincial Tank Lining and Inspections.  This HWST was located in Abbotsford, British Columbia.

When the lid was first removed, the tank lining appeared to be in fairly good condition.  I want to highlight the word appeared.  Many people have looked in a large DHWST tank, assumed that the lining was still serving it's purpose and that the tank was protected based on the fact that the lining was still on the wall...this is not accurate.  Based on the age of the tank (mid 1990's), we knew that the lining had surpassed it's servicing life.  A typical servicing life for a cement lining is 12 to 15 years.

Once in the tank, our experience proved correct.  Upon further inspection of the cement lining, there were noticeable areas of corrosion bleeding through the lining.  At this stage, the steel vessel is no longer protected and the corrosion process has begun.  This large capital investment has now been compromised. The good news is...Provincial Tank Lining has saved the day by refurbishing this particular DHWST for approximately 1/10th of the cost of replacement.  This tank is now protected for another 12 - 15 years with regular anode replacement.

Initial View of the Tank:  Notice the depleted thread-in anode to the right of the frame.  Anodes protect unlined areas of the tank, the inlets and outlets.  This anode is well passed it's servicing life.

Corroded Outlet and Debris:  Notice the corrosion in the outlet due to the past servicing life of the sacrificial magnesium anode.  Note the debris around the drain.  The finer particles of debris can circulate throughout you entire water system contributing to pinhole leaks in your water pipes.

Corrosion Through the Cement Lining:  This is evidence that the cement lining is no longer serving it's purpose and that the corrosion process has begun.  If left unchecked, this would lead to unexpected downtime and unwanted expenses in repairs and replacement.

Exposing the Truth:  This image exposes the truth behind the veil.  In order to prevent unwanted downtime, repairs and expenses in the future...this tank had to be relined.

Corroded Manway Cover:  The manway cover had areas of cement, that had cracked and fallen off, leaving the bare steel to the corrosive elements of hot water.  The manway cover is a major component to the overall integrity of the Hot Water Storage Tank.  It needed to be replaced.

New Manway Cover:  This is the new manway cover.  It has been prepped, relined and is now ready to be placed in service.

Prepped Inlet/Outlet:  This inlet/outlet has been prepped down to the bare steel to ensure the best seal possible for the new cement lining.

Fresh Reline and Anodes:  This is the freshly relined Domestic Hot Water Storage Tank.  CSA certified, Pre-Krete T61 was the product used and is the industry standard.  Note the two weld-in anodes replacing the deteriorated thread-in anode.  This lining will protect the tank  for another 12-15 years with regular anode replacement.  Anodes require replacement every 2-3 years.

The blue lid ensures that this tank is now good to go!

Call Provincial Tank Lining and Inspections to schedule a free site visit by a qualified technician.

Regards, 

Jason. 

Jason Rusnak
Director of Business Development
Provincial Tank Lining and Inspections Inc.
C 519.387.2635
www.ProvTank.com

24 HOURS WITHOUT HOT WATER?!

Relined Hot Water Storage Tank

Provincial Tank Lining and Inspections - Relined Hot Water Storage Tank

This image is an example of a Hot Water Storage Tank that has been relined and is now ready for service.

The reline process is approximately 24 hours but Provincial Tank Lining requires that notices be placed for 36 hours.  I know..."24 HOURS WITHOUT HOT WATER!!!!!", we hear it everyday, but consider the alternative.

THE ALTERNATIVE:

If a tank does not have the required maintenance completed to maintain a long servicing life, it will lead to unplanned/unwanted downtimes involving major expenses associated with replacement and repairs.  Downtimes can be up to 2 weeks plus.  Repairs can be $100,000.00 plus.  So a 36 hour planned downtime to prevent unwanted/unplanned downtimes and expenses doesn't look so bad now does it?

Call Provincial Tank Lining and Inspections to schedule a free site visit by a qualified technician.

Regards,

Jason. 

Jason Rusnak
Director of Business Development
Provincial Tank Lining and Inspections Inc.
C 519.387.2635
www.ProvTank.com

Provincial Tank Lining and Inspections Inc. Servicing Canada with Offices in Vancouver, British Columbia and Owen Sound, Ontario.

This Is Just Nasty!

Domestic Hot Water Storage Tank - Water Source

Corroded Hot Water Storage Tank

Nasty!!!  This is an interior image of heavily corroded, large Domestic Hot Water Storage Tank.  The purpose of a Hot Water Storage Tank is to hold and provide potable water for drinking and bathing.  How would you feel, knowing that your bathing/drinking water was supplied from the above source?

Large Domestic Hot Water Storage Tanks can be found in:

• Hospitals
• Hotels
• Schools
• Condos/Stratas
• Recreational Facilities
• Commercial Buildings
• Industry
• ...

What are you bathing in?

Call Provincial Tank Lining and Inspections to schedule a free site visit by a qualified technician.

Regards,

Jason. 

Jason Rusnak
Director of Business Development
Provincial Tank Lining and Inspections Inc.
C 519.387.2635
www.ProvTank.com

Provincial Tank Lining and Inspections Inc. Servicing Canada with Offices in Vancouver, British Columbia and Owen Sound, Ontario.