--- title: Guide to Reopening Buildings After COVID-19 - Cougar USA Latest News - Cougar USA | HVAC and Plumbing Solutions | Houston description: Reopening buildings that have been unoccupied or under-occupied for the last 30-60 days may create some water quality issues you may need to address. Here are some resources to help this transition as smooth as possible:WebinarWe recently hosted a we image: https://cougarusa.com/hubfs/Cougarusa_August2024/Images/water-4967843_1920-2-1024x586.jpg --- [Skip to main content](https://cougarusa.com/news/guide-to-reopening-buildings-after-covid-19#main-content) [![Cougar USA](https://cougarusa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/raw_assets/public/Cougarusa_August2024/images/Cougar_USA.png?width=334&name=Cougar_USA.png "Cougar USA")](https://cougarusa.com/) - [About Us](https://cougarusa.com/about-us) - [Team](https://cougarusa.com/about-us/team) - [Careers](https://cougarusa.com/about-us/cougar-careers) - [News](https://cougarusa.com/news) - [Contact Us](https://cougarusa.com/contact) - [Specifier Resources](https://cougarusa.com/specifier-resources) - [Solutions](https://cougarusa.com/solutions) - [Water Fill Stations](https://cougarusa.com/solutions/water-fill-stations) - [Domestic and Fire Water Storage](https://cougarusa.com/solutions/domestic-and-fire-water-storage) - [Pressure Boosting Systems](https://cougarusa.com/solutions/pressure-boosting-systems) - [Water Pressure Reducing Valves (PRV)](https://cougarusa.com/solutions/water-pressure-reducing-valves-water-prv) - [Sump Pumps](https://cougarusa.com/solutions/sump-pumps) - [Water Harvesting](https://cougarusa.com/solutions/water-harvesting) - [Domestic Hot Water Distribution](https://cougarusa.com/solutions/hot-water-distribution) - [Hydronic Cooling](https://cougarusa.com/solutions/hydronic-cooling) - [Hydronic Heating](https://cougarusa.com/solutions/hydronic-heating) - [Steam Specialties](https://cougarusa.com/solutions/steam-specialties) - [Services](https://cougarusa.com/services) - [Cougar STAR Program](https://cougarusa.com/services/cougar-star-program) - [Cougar USA Training Center](https://cougarusa.com/services/cougar-usa-training-center) - [Cougar Rental Pumps](https://cougarusa.com/cougarpumprentals) - [Products](https://cougarusa.com/products) - [Cougar Systems](https://cougarusa.com/products/cougar-systems) - [PUMP RENTALS](https://cougarusa.com/cougarpumprentals) This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. - [About Us](https://cougarusa.com/about-us) - [Team](https://cougarusa.com/about-us/team) - [Careers](https://cougarusa.com/about-us/cougar-careers) - [News](https://cougarusa.com/news) - [Contact Us](https://cougarusa.com/contact) - [Specifier Resources](https://cougarusa.com/specifier-resources) - [Solutions](https://cougarusa.com/solutions) - [Water Fill Stations](https://cougarusa.com/solutions/water-fill-stations) - [Domestic and Fire Water Storage](https://cougarusa.com/solutions/domestic-and-fire-water-storage) - [Pressure Boosting Systems](https://cougarusa.com/solutions/pressure-boosting-systems) - [Water Pressure Reducing Valves (PRV)](https://cougarusa.com/solutions/water-pressure-reducing-valves-water-prv) - [Sump Pumps](https://cougarusa.com/solutions/sump-pumps) - [Water Harvesting](https://cougarusa.com/solutions/water-harvesting) - [Domestic Hot Water Distribution](https://cougarusa.com/solutions/hot-water-distribution) - [Hydronic Cooling](https://cougarusa.com/solutions/hydronic-cooling) - [Hydronic Heating](https://cougarusa.com/solutions/hydronic-heating) - [Steam Specialties](https://cougarusa.com/solutions/steam-specialties) - [Services](https://cougarusa.com/services) - [Cougar STAR Program](https://cougarusa.com/services/cougar-star-program) - [Cougar USA Training Center](https://cougarusa.com/services/cougar-usa-training-center) - [Cougar Rental Pumps](https://cougarusa.com/cougarpumprentals) - [Products](https://cougarusa.com/products) - [Cougar Systems](https://cougarusa.com/products/cougar-systems) - [PUMP RENTALS](https://cougarusa.com/cougarpumprentals) This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. Search Subscribe to blog **Categories:  ** All Categories [General Info](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/general-info) [Pressure](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/pressure) [Pressure Boosting Systems](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/pressure-boosting-systems) [Energy Savings](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/energy-savings) [Flood Protection](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/flood-protection) This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. Subscribe to the blog By subscribing to the blog, you will be notified whenever a new blog post is created on the site. Close   Print ## Guide to Reopening Buildings After COVID-19 [General Info](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/general-info), [Water Contamination](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/water-contamination) [FDI Creative Services](https://cougarusa.com/news/author/fdi-creative-services) Monday, 11 May 2020 ![Guide to Reopening Buildings After COVID-19](https://cougarusa.com/hubfs/Cougarusa_August2024/Images/water-4967843_1920-2-1024x586.jpg) Reopening buildings that have been unoccupied or under-occupied for the last 30-60 days may create some water quality issues you may need to address. Here are some resources to help this transition as smooth as possible: ## Webinar We recently hosted a webinar with Patrick Verwys from Triple Clear where he explains the potential water quality issues and how the Force Field filter technology can help in multiple applications when reopening buildings.  Watch the webinar [here](https://vimeo.com/415583006/f7b498cb88). ## Guides Mike Fehr (owner of [Fehr Solutions](https://www.fehrsolutions.com/), an independent water consultant), created two checklists that outline a detailed plan to identify systems, how to flush and/or change filters, and how to test the results to ensure the system is clean. Click below for the guides on Potable and Non-Potable water systems. [Non-Potable Water](https://assets.vbt.io/public/files/6070/Building_Reopening_Checklist_Non_Potable_Fehr.pdf) [Portable Water](https://assets.vbt.io/public/files/6070/Building_Reopening_Checklist_Fehr.pdf) ## On-Site Legionella Testing We can provide On-Site, accurate testing for live Legionella bacteria with results in 45 minutes using the Spartan Cube.  For more information click below.     Legionella Testing [Spartan Cube](https://assets.vbt.io/public/files/6070/Spartan_Cube_Key_Features.pdf) ## Point of Use Filters We have Triple Clear Force Field filters in stock for multiple applications. - Point of Use Filter Kit – installed before any sink, ice machine, coffee maker, etc.  - Elkay & Halsey Taylor Drinking Fountains and Bottle Filling Stations – direct replacement filters with Force Field. ## ASHRAE The ASHRAE Epidemic Task Force has developed a guide with recommendations for building reopening. As well as, guidelines on operations of HVAC systems to [prepare for the reopening of schools and universities](https://images.magnetmail.net/images/clients/ASHRAE/attach/ashrae_reopening_schools_and_universities_c19_guidance.pdf). ## Digital Thermometer This device can monitor people’s temperature in building’s entrances  Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions/ concerns. You can contact us [here ](https://cougarusa.com/contact/)or call Tags: [General Info](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/general-info) [Water Contamination](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/water-contamination) Stay Informed When you subscribe to the blog, we will send you an e-mail when there are new updates on the site so you won't miss them. [5 Ways to Protect Your Building From City Water Disruptions](https://cougarusa.com/news/5-ways-to-protect-your-building-from-city-water-disruptions) [Cougar USA Customer Service during COVID-19 Outbreak](https://cougarusa.com/news/cougar-usa-customer-service-during-covid-19-outbreak) #### About the author [![FDI Creative Services](https://cougarusa.com/hubfs/Cougarusa_August2024/Images/177_fdi.jpg)](https://cougarusa.com/news/author/fdi-creative-services) ### [FDI Creative Services](https://cougarusa.com/news/author/fdi-creative-services) Subscribe to updates from author ##### Author's Recent Posts [More posts from author](https://cougarusa.com/news/author/fdi-creative-services) - [Powerful Heat: Cougar USA and Fulton Boilers Join Forces in a Dynamic Partnership Wednesday, 02 August 2023](https://cougarusa.com/news/powerful-heat-cougar-usa-and-fulton-boilers-join-forces-in-a-dynamic-partnership) - [Pressure Boosting Systems – Pt3 Thursday, 13 October 2022](https://cougarusa.com/news/pressure-boosting-systems-pt3) - [Pressure Boosting Systems – Pt2 Thursday, 13 October 2022](https://cougarusa.com/news/pressure-boosting-systems-pt2) #### Related Posts ### [Cougar USA Customer Service during COVID-19 Outbreak](https://cougarusa.com/news/cougar-usa-customer-service-during-covid-19-outbreak) [General Info](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/general-info) ### [Why are Break Tanks Required in Houston for Pumping Applications?](https://cougarusa.com/news/why-are-break-tanks-required-in-houston-for-pumping-applications) [Pressure](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/pressure) [Level](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/level) [Water Storage](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/water-storage) ### [Cougar USA Appoints New President, Expands Leadership Team](https://cougarusa.com/news/cougar-usa-appoints-new-president-expands-leadership-team) [General Info](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/general-info) ### Explore More [General Info](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/general-info) [Pressure](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/pressure) [Pressure Boosting Systems](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/pressure-boosting-systems) [Energy Savings](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/energy-savings) [Flood Protection](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/flood-protection) [Level](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/level) [Water Contamination](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/water-contamination) [Water Pressure Reducing Valves (PRV)](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/water-pressure-reducing-valves-prv) [Design](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/design) [Water Storage](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/water-storage) [Cooling Towers](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/cooling-towers) [Sump Pump Stations](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/sump-pump-stations) [Water Harvesting](https://cougarusa.com/news/tag/water-harvesting) [![Cougar USA](https://cougarusa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/raw_assets/public/Cougarusa_August2024/images/Cougar_USA.png?width=350&name=Cougar_USA.png "Cougar USA")](https://cougarusa.com/) #### Cougar USA 8850 Fallbrook Drive Houston TX 77064 Office Hours – 7am – 5pm Dock Hours – 7am – 4pm **Cougar Sales** [(832) 912-7500](tel:18329127500) **Cougar Systems** [(346) 270-2070](tel:13462702070), [(866) 914-2822](tel:18669142822) **24/7 Service and Tech Support** [(832) 678-3930](tel:18326783930) - [Home](https://cougarusa.com) - [Solutions](https://cougarusa.com/solutions) - [Services](https://cougarusa.com/news) - [Products](https://cougarusa.com/products) - [About Us](https://cougarusa.com/about-us) - [Contact Us](https://cougarusa.com/contact) - [Specifier Resources](https://cougarusa.com/specifier-resources) - [Privacy Policy](https://cougarusa.com/privacy-policy) © 2026 Cougar USA [Follow us on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/usacougar) [Follow us on Twitter](https://twitter.com/cougar_usa) [Follow us on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/cougarusa/) ```json { "@context" : "https://schema.org", "@type" : "BlogPosting", "author" : { "@type" : "Person", "name" : "FDI Creative Services", "url" : "https://cougarusa.com/news/author/fdi-creative-services" }, "dateModified" : "2025-03-28T18:35:22.615Z", "datePublished" : "2020-05-11T18:57:00.000Z", "headline" : "Guide to Reopening Buildings After COVID-19 - Cougar USA Latest News - Cougar USA | HVAC and Plumbing Solutions | Houston", "image" : [ "https://cougarusa.com/hubfs/Cougarusa_August2024/Images/water-4967843_1920-2-1024x586.jpg" ], "mainEntityOfPage" : { "@id" : "https://cougarusa.com/news/guide-to-reopening-buildings-after-covid-19", "@type" : "WebPage" }, "publisher" : { "@type" : "Organization", "logo" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "url" : "https://cougarusa.com/hubfs/Cougar-Logo-4Color-MECH-1-19-18-HORIZtagline.png" } } } ```