2020 Guide to Hands-Free Plumbing for Businesses

With the rapid spread of Covid-19, it’s important to do our part to limit our actions to reduce its transmission. If someone sneezes on their hand and then reaches for the faucet handle to wash away their germs, an unsuspecting person who then comes into contact with that same handle has now touched their bacteria, too. You might wonder how to avoid contact in public facilities, such as restrooms. The best contactless option comes in the form of hands-free plumbing.  A benefit to installing hands-free plumbing is that you’re able to better protect the health of your employees and customers when they’re using your facilities. It ultimately reduces your chances for becoming a coronavirus hot spot via touch.

Option #1: Toilet and Sink Sensors

There are several touch-free plumbing options. Automatic toilets and sinks function by way of sensors. Sensors on sinks and toilets allow you to access water or flush by simply waving your hand in front of the sensor. They are completely hands-free and most of the public has used these in the past are is familiar with how to use both the sinks and toilets.

Option #2: Pedal-Operated Sinks

Pedal-operated sinks offer advantages sensor faucets do not. Pedal-operated sinks involve pressing either your foot or side against a lever to turn water on. With automatic sinks, water temperature cannot be changed. However, with pedals, water temperature can be altered.

Styles and Models

Both automatic and pedal-operated faucets are available in two common models: stand-alone sink (or row of sinks) or sink/s that attach to a wall. Sinks that attach to the wall are more cost-effective and size-efficient. Stand-alone sinks tend to take up more space since they are positioned on the ground. There are a wide variety of makes, models and styles from which to choose.

Hands-Free Toilets

When it comes to hands-free toilets, automatic has become increasingly popular. The use of sensors above the bowl allows the toilet to flush without physical contact. Waste is then whisked away.

While automatic toilets can cost from $500 to $1,000, they come with several benefits. They can be more water-efficient and environmentally friendly than standard models, resulting in decreased water bills. There are parts available for purchase that you can outfit your current toilet with to turn it into an automatic. These kits run anywhere from $50 to $150.

Making the Extra Effort

The technological capabilities that go into the functioning of sensors are well worth the cost. Some models are even equipped with an antimicrobial agent, allowing them to stay sanitary for a greater time span. Overall, when it comes to dealing with bacteria and coronavirus, hands-free plumbing is the ideal way to go. With reduced amounts of water used and the elimination of physical contact, it is an excellent option. By reducing touch, you reduce the potential of someone coming into contact with unwanted bacteria, especially during the pandemic.

Interested in Exploring Touchless Plumbing Options in Charlotte?

As a business owner, making this investment helps show the public that you’re taking initiatives that are in the best interest of their health and safety. That small investment can be an important protection for your business’s health and reputation. Let us know if you’d like an estimate for hands-free plumbing, and we’ll work with you to explorer solutions that fit your business’s needs and budget.