Having sufficient hot water, at a hot enough temperature, is absolutely critical in a commercial property. Businesses are required to have hot running water in their bathrooms to ensure that thorough and effective hand-washing is possible. And if your business has anything to do with food, there are strict requirements regarding hot water. In Georgia, every commercial establishment must have water of at least 100°F for hand-washing, and food service establishments must have water at 150°F for dishwashing and at least 165°F for sanitizing. You don’t want to be facing legal repercussions for violating these codes. Is your business’s water heater doing the job well enough? What factors should you consider when deciding if you need to replace it?
