Fred Smith Plumbing and Heating details in a newly published video the importance of maintenance and efficiency in high pressure steam systems.  In the video, a panel of experts from Fred Smith Plumbing and Heating provide comprehensive coverage of this often overlooked issue. 

“You want to make sure the system is operating at proper pressures to reduce inefficiencies, save money, and reduce cost of repairs,” says Philip Kraus, CEO and Owner of Fred Smith Plumbing and Heating.  Steam Specialist Larry Leiberman, concurs: “If they maintain their equipment the building can save a lot of money.” It comes down to simple economics, as noted by Vice President David London: “more efficient systems use less steam…which will obviously save the building and the customer money.”

Ultimately, building managers, superintendents, and tenant/shareholders are all looking for the same thing: reliable heat, hot water, and air conditioning service.  Philip Kraus explains: “Fred Smith Plumbing and Heating has the expertise needed to make repairs, the troubleshooting capabilities, superior mechanics, and we understand the equipment so that an effective, efficient repair is made on a timely basis.”

Click here for more information High Pressure Steam service from Fred Smith Plumbing and Heating Company.

The United States Environmental Protection Agency certifies that Fred Smith Plumbing & Heating Co., Inc. “has fulfilled the requirements of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Section 402, and has received certification to conduct lead-based paint renovation, repair, and painting activities pursuant to 40 CFR Part 745.89.” Philip Kraus, owner, says “we are pleased to earn EPA Certification to conduct lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Activities in target housing and child-occupied facilities under Section 402 of the Toxic Substances Control Act. Working in a safe manner and in accordance with regulations is always our priority.”

You may view our EPA Certification listing here: Fred Smith Plumbing & Heating EPA lead RRP Certification

Only on rare occasions does the plumbing and heating repair work of Fred Smith Plumbing & Heating require mechanics the use of a “supported scaffold”, as defined by Local Law 52 of the City of New York. That is, Fred Smith Plumbing’s work rarely requires the use of a supported scaffold that is forty feet in height or more. But, when that rare occasion does arise, the Fred Smith team of expert mechanics and helpers are prepared, certified, and ready to get the job done safely. Philip Kraus, President of Fred Smith Plumbing & Heating, reminds everyone that “safety is always our first and foremost value. Working in a safe manner and in accordance with all work place safety guidelines and regulations is the way we approach every job at Fred Smith Plumbing.” To that end, Fred Smith Plumbing welcomed Mr. Tom Ferrante of TSC Training Academy on June 20, 2013 for the purpose of conducting the 4 Hour User Supported Scaffold Safety Training Course reviewed by the Department of Buildings and required for the issuance of the supported scaffold certificate. Over twelve (12) field personnel have now received their Supported Scaffold User Certificate issued by the DOB.

The partnership between Fred Smith Plumbing & Heating and Culligan International yields many synergies that benefit our clients. With over 100 years of experience in solving plumbing & heating problems in New York City, “Fred Smith” has accumulated an unparalleled base of knowledge of NYC water distribution systems and of the mechanical and regulatory requirements of the City. Culligan International, on the other hand, has over 75 years experience as a global provider of end-to-end water treatment solutions for household applications and a variety of industries. Philip Kraus, owner of both “Fred Smith” and Culligan of New York City explains, “the quality of service we offer to our clients by working in partnership with Cullligan International far exceeds the quality that might be offered by either of us addressing the market individually. Culligan’s products, water treatment knowledge, and technical know-how available to our organization contributes a professional dimension to our organization that makes us the best equipped to solve most any water treatment problem in New York City.” Training by Culligan International experts is a benefit we enjoy in the partnership. On February 10, 2014, Michael Hieston, Culligan International Regional Technical Advisor, gave an all day water treatment technical seminar to Culligan of New York City’s water treatment team. Kraus says, “as New Yorker’s become increasingly aware that there is a lot of room for improvement in the quality of their water, Culligan of New York City is prepared to tailor cost effective solutions to most any problem.”