Facility:
Richview Senior’s Residence – Etobicoke
240 retirement suites; 48 risers; supply &
return headers
Work
Performed:
Pipe Shield Epoxy lining of the copper domestic
hot water system
Project
Duration: 20 weeks
Pipe Size:
½” – 2.5”
Project Considerations:
avoid disruption of living conditions & medical
needs to older residents
Disruption:
None
Actual Cost of Pipe
Shield: $ 247,000
Estimated Cost of
traditional pipe replacement:
$ 319,700 – ( $247K + $24,700*
+ $48,000**) - * rip/replace pipe is 10% higher
- **construction costs @ $200 per suite
Cost
Savings Achieved: 30% ($ 72,700)
Rehabilitated
Pipe Life: 50 years ++
