Guidelines for water systems for buildings after a prolonged shutdown

As businesses in counties enter the Yellow Phase of the state’s reopening plan, the PA Departments of Environmental Protection (DEP) and Health (DOH) are encouraging owners and operators of dormant buildings to flush building water systems prior to reopening. Buildings that have been closed or used less frequently for an extended period of time may experience problems with water quality due to stagnation. 

Click here to be directed to the PA DEP website that provides recommendations on measures for re-opening so standing water doesn’t lead to health issues.