Why Water Treatment Matters in New Construction
Water is the lifeblood of HVAC, plumbing, and process systems in commercial and industrial facilities. In new construction projects, untreated water can lead to corrosion, biofouling, and efficiency losses before a system even comes online. Poor startup practices often result in premature equipment failure, costly rework, and regulatory violations.
New construction water treatment is not an afterthought—it’s foundational. Proper flushing, passivation, and system disinfection ensure that once a system goes live, it operates at peak performance, meets health and safety requirements, and minimizes long-term operating costs.
At Chemstar WATER, we partner with mechanical contractors, engineers, and project managers to design and execute tailored water treatment programs that align with project specifications, sustainability goals, and tight timelines.
Case Study
150+ MW Data Center – Loudoun County, Virginia
When one of the nation’s largest hyperscale data centers was built in Loudoun County, ensuring reliable water treatment and system readiness was critical. Chemstar WATER was chosen to handle:
- High-Velocity Flushing & VPCI Preservation: Executed large-volume flushing never before attempted in the region, while protecting idle piping and chillers from corrosion.
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Water Treatment Equipment & Services: Provided filtration, softeners, chlorine dioxide systems, and cooling system chemical treatment.
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Sterilization & Disinfection: Ensured potable and process water systems were clean and compliant before commissioning.
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Commissioning & Start-Up Support: Coordinated across multiple contractors under intense timeline pressure to deliver a risk-free system handoff.
Comprehensive Services for New Construction Projects
Chemstar WATER delivers end-to-end water treatment services designed for construction environments where timelines are compressed and quality standards are non-negotiable:
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Pre-cleaning – Removing oil, grease, and debris from new piping systems before startup.
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Passivation – Creating protective films on metal surfaces to prevent corrosion from day one.
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System Flushing – Delivering full-flow, segmented flushing and filtration at 5–6 feet per second to remove sediment and particulates.
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Water Treatment & Chemical Dosing – Custom treatment programs for closed-loop, condenser, and chilled water systems.
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Domestic Water System Disinfection – Ensuring potable water quality per CDC guidelines and local codes.
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On-Site Analysis & System Monitoring – Real-time verification of water quality and flow.
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Documented Certification – Regulatory compliance reporting, including county discharge approvals.
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Unmatched Customer Support – Field consultants who adapt to shifting project schedules.
For more on our full range of water treatment services, explore our solutions portfolio.
COOLING TOWER TREATMENT
Cooling Tower Treatment: Prevents scale, corrosion, and microbial growth in HVAC systems, safeguarding air quality and system efficiency. Cooling towers are also a possible source for Legionella contamination. Thus extra care is needed to ensure the systems is monitored mechanically, operationally and chemically.
FLUSHING
Flushing: We clear massive volumes of construction debris to ensure clean, high-performance piping systems.
Vapor Phase Corrosion Inhibitors (VPCI)
Vapor Phase Corrosion Inhibitors (VPCI): We protect idle piping and chillers from corrosion during storage and delays.
CLOSED CHILLED WATER TREATMENT
Closed Chilled Water Treatment: We stabilize chemistry to prevent scale, fouling, and iron buildup for long-term reliability.
Proven Expertise in Large Volume Flushing & Passivation
Chemstar WATER has flushed over 400,000 cubic feet of pipe (~3 million gallons) in just three years . Our approach includes:
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Segmented flushing to optimize flow velocity and prevent cross-contamination.
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Graduated filtration (e.g., starting at 20 microns and reducing to 5 microns).
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Proper valve handling to ensure accurate flow and prevent backflow issues.
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Skid-mounted filtration systems for flexibility and efficiency.
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Vapor Phase Corrosion Inhibitor (VPCI) programs to protect idle systems during construction.
Improper flushing can cost millions in rework, delays, and warranty claims. By choosing Chemstar WATER, contractors gain peace of mind that systems are cleaned, protected, and certified before turnover.
Mission-Critical Support: 24/7 Response
Vertical Integration for Reliability and Quality Control
Proven Expertise in New Construction Large Volume Flushing
Local Presence + Advanced Technology
Sustainability & Compliance from Day One
Owners and contractors face growing pressure to build sustainably while staying compliant. Chemstar WATER’s eco-conscious water treatment solutions include:
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Non-phosphorus cleaning products (approved for county discharge).
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Energy-efficient chemical skids designed for modular construction.
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Water reuse strategies aligned with LEED and WELL certification goals.
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Compliance with EPA’s National Primary Drinking Water Regulations and local discharge permits.
Sustainable treatment is not just good for the environment—it lowers lifecycle costs and strengthens project value.
Safety & Risk Management
Construction sites are high-risk environments, and water treatment work must align with stringent safety standards. Chemstar WATER maintains a zero-incident safety record at major construction projects , backed by:
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OSHA-10, OSHA-30, and OSHA-40 HAZWOPER certified employees.
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A dedicated Environmental, Health & Safety Manual developed with HAZTEK.
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Integration with HammerTech safety platforms for real-time compliance.
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Strict adherence to OSHA electrical and chemical handling standards.
Safety is not negotiable—it’s built into our culture and processes.
Partner with Chemstar WATER
New construction projects demand speed, precision, and reliability. With Chemstar WATER as your partner, you get:
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Expert new construction water treatment solutions tailored to your system.
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Proven project delivery without rejections, delays, or compliance failures.
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Sustainable, cost-effective treatment programs aligned with your goals.
Let’s do it once—let’s do it right.
Contact Chemstar WATER today to discuss your next new construction project.
Commercial water treatment solutions
Influent Water Treatment Water & Energy SavingsBoiler Water TreatmentWastewater Treatment Microbiological ControlCooling Water Treatment
Influent Water Treatment Solutions
Treating incoming water to the facility is a key first step to minimize the microbial contamination downstream. Chemstar WATER has been a trusted provider for secondary potable disinfection systems for many commercial and residential buildings. We utilize cutting-edge technology when solving our customers’ water treatment challenges such as water filtration and softening systems, demineralizers, dealkalizers, reverse osmosis, electrodialysis reversal, electro deionization, and electrolysis processes.
Water + Energy Savings
At Chemstar WATER, we are committed to minimizing water use and maximizing energy efficiency resulting in a reduced carbon footprint. When we deal with cooling systems, boiler systems, all of the improvements we make have a direct impact on water and energy use. We envision a global economy that uses business as a force for good, is purpose-driven, and creates benefit for all stakeholders; our people, our communities, and our planet.
Boiler Water Treatment
At Chemstar WATER, we design our boiler water treatment programs to protect the integrity of boilers and all related heat exchange equipment, such as economizers, air preheaters, deaerators, superheaters, and steam turbines.
Many leading industrial and government customers have been trusting Chemstar WATER with their large steam boilers for decades. As you will see in one of our case studies, Chemstar WATER delivers outstanding performance regarding scale, deposit, and corrosion control in the boiler systems.
Wastewater Treatment
Chemstar WATER addresses each wastewater treatment situation with a unique solution to ensure that the right handling, chemicals, and care are given to serve each customer appropriately and effectively. Our engineering team designs efficient wastewater solutions with the right chemical and service makeup while keeping the total cost and effectiveness in mind.
Microbiological Control
In industrial water treatment programs, effective microbiological control is one of the essential pillars — alongside scale inhibition and corrosion mitigation — needed for maintaining system integrity and efficiency. These three elements form a “three-legged stool” of water treatment. If any one of the legs is deficient, the entire system’s performance and reliability can be compromised.
Cooling Water Treatment
Cooling towers are essential for industrial and commercial operations, but without proper water treatment, they are vulnerable to scale formation, corrosion, and microbiological contamination. These issues can reduce heat transfer efficiency, increase energy consumption, and lead to costly repairs.
At Chemstar WATER, we provide customized cooling water treatment solutions that optimize system performance, extend equipment life, and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
