Emergency plumbing solutions and safety tips for workers

As millions of people are practicing social distancing by staying at home, countless workers still work daily to keep our communities running. One of these essential workers is our plumbers, and most of the time, they are required to entire your premises. An individual’s home is their sanctuary from the outside world, and amid a pandemic, that refuge must be biologically secure. For that reason, we need to do whatever we can to preserve the home’s safety. That starts by limiting both the number of people going in and out and the number of times they do it. However, some essential services must go on, such as emergency plumbing.

So what precautions can you take to protect both you and the technicians? Here are a few tips to stay safe amid the spread of COVID-19:

Before the visit

Check with plumbers through the plumbing company if they have a policy of screening staff for COVID-19 symptoms or exposure each day before attending an emergency. Whenever the plumber arrives, make sure they wash their hands thoroughly for 30 seconds with soap and water before starting any services. 

During the visit

The plumber should wear gloves around the house, and both the plumber and occupant should cover any cough or sneeze (followed by hand rewashing). Plumbing services do not require close proximity, so maintain a 6-foot distance from each other as far as you can.

The plumber should also be careful to touch as few surfaces as possible. The client, as well as the service provider, should wear a mask at all times. To be extra cautious, if the plumber has supplies in packaging, they should discard the packaging outside the home and wash his or her hands immediately after handling it.

After the visit

Clients may want to clean and disinfect surfaces that the visitor touched, which are also frequently touched by the home occupants. This includes things like doorknobs, cabinets, toilets, and sinks. Antimicrobial wipes is a good option if they are available, a household disinfectant will also do the trick (make sure to follow the instructions on the label). You can also use household bleach by making a solution of one-third cup per gallon of water. The solution should remain on a surface for at least one minute before wiping also ensure that the room is well ventilated and you wear gloves.

Your safety is our priority

At Crosstown Plumbing Supply, we take the safety of our customers and technicians very seriously. Our team has been briefed and trained on our companies safety precautions. So during this time, we can safely assist you with replacing your home’s HVAC system, furnace or water heater with state-of-the-art, high-efficiency heating systems. With over 25 years of experience as a plumbing wholesaler in New Jersey, we’re the right partner for affordable home furnaces and boiler replacement. 

For more information about our specials on boiler replacement or to find out more about the boilers we can offer you, please visit our plumbing supply company website at http://crosstownplumbing.com/ today.

Plumbing is an Essential Service

 As the COVID-19 Coronavirus has spread across the country, people are practicing social distancing by self-isolating at their homes. However, while staying at home is a great effort, most are still unsure if it is okay to let other individuals into your home. Our professional plumbers at Cross Town know that when it comes to plumbing emergencies, the DIY method just isn’t the right method. Fortunately, plumbing is considered an essential service, even during times of a pandemic. The White House has deemed individual workers as “essential,” so you can still get the home services you need. Keep reading to learn why plumbing is considered an essential service 

Plumbers Deemed Critical Workers

According to a decision from the Cyber and Infrastructure Security Agency (a branch of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security,) plumbers are considered part of America’s “essential critical infrastructure workforce.” Under the CISA’s ruling, medical professionals, law enforcement, and other workers whose job is to preserve public health and safety will be allowed to continue operating during the Coronavirus pandemic. A memo released by the government administration states that this includes “workers such as plumbers, electricians, exterminators, and other service providers who provide services that are necessary to maintaining the safety, sanitation, and essential operation of residences.”

Let us help you stay safe

Exposure to mold can lead to many health problems such as wheezing, sore throat, and asthma. While COVID-19 is still roaming the air you should try and minimize these symptoms as far as possible. In order to do this, you need to keep your humidity around 30%-50% particularly in areas like the kitchen and washrooms. We supply a range of dehumidifier and aircon to help reduce moisture in indoor air. An air conditioner especially reduces indoor pollen count which can benefit occupants suffering from allergies. As always, Crosstown Plumbing is here to help you create a healthy home. 

You Can Now Call Crosstown For Your Plumbing needs

Now that the government has deemed plumbers to be essential workers, you can count on us for your plumbing emergencies. We also offer a range of products like water filters, duct cleaning, air filters, etc. to help keep you safe during this time.

We are aware of the importance of preventing the spread of COVID-19 and take it very seriously. Our team has increased safety measures to protect the health and well-being of our customers and our technicians during a visit. Feel free to call us anytime for fast, safe, and efficient service. 

For more information about the plumbing supplies we have on offer, please visit our website today at http://crosstownplumbing.com/

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