Why Colorado Businesses Deal With More Urinal Clogs and What You Can Do About It
If you’re managing restrooms in Colorado, you’ve probably run into the same issue again and again slow-draining or clogged urinals that seem to come back no matter what you do.
You’re not imagining it. Colorado’s hard water, dry air, and elevation all combine to make buildup form faster here than almost anywhere else. Let me break it down for you.
Colorado’s Hard Water Is No Joke
If you’re along the Front Range – Denver, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins you’re dealing with mineral-heavy water.
That means every flush carries calcium and magnesium, which mix with urine and turn into uric salt scale. Over time, that stuff hardens inside your pipes like concrete. The line starts to close up, and before long, you’re looking at a slow drain or full-on backup.
This is one of those problems that builds quietly over time until one day it’s too late, and then you’re calling a plumber for a $200 fix.
The High-Altitude, Dry-Air Effect
Colorado’s thin, dry air might be perfect for skiing, but it’s tough on plumbing.
Because there’s so little moisture in the air, water in your traps evaporates faster. Once that happens, the salts and minerals left behind crystalize.
It’s a cycle that repeats every day less water, more salt, faster buildup and it’s why even clean-looking urinals can have serious scale problems inside the line.
Heavy Use Makes It Worse
Think about where these urinals are: ski resorts, airports, breweries, universities, hotels all high-traffic spots. The more use a urinal gets, the more uric salt it pushes through. Combine that with hard water and dry air, and it’s no wonder Colorado facilities see this problem constantly.
What It Really Costs
A clog might seem like a minor maintenance issue, but it adds up fast:
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One plumber visit: $200–$250 easy
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Downtime or odor complaints = bad customer impression
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Long-term buildup = pipe replacement (which is brutal on the budget)
The Fix: Javelin Urinal Treatment
If you want to stay ahead of this, Javelin Urinal Treatment is a simple, professional-grade way to handle it.
It’s designed to dissolve uric salt buildup safely no heat, no fumes, no harsh acids. You pour it in, give it time to work, and in a few hours the line starts flowing again.
In my experience, facilities that use it once a month stay clear – they’re not calling plumbers anymore, and they’re not dealing with flooded restrooms.
Here’s why it works so well in Colorado:
✅ Dissolves hardened uric scale from hard water buildup
✅ Safe for all pipes – PVC, copper, cast iron
✅ No smoke, heat, or odor
✅ Costs far less than a plumber call-out
That’s why you’ll find Javelin being used in airports, schools, breweries, and hotels all across the country, and especially in hard water states like Colorado.
Final Thoughts
If you’re in Colorado, you’re fighting the perfect storm: hard water, high altitude, and dry air. It’s not your fault, the environment’s stacked against you. But with a consistent treatment routine, you can stay ahead of it and keep your restrooms flowing.