Crawford Contractor Connection®, an industry leader in contractor managed repair services, has launched a commercial property modification service developed specifically for businesses and commercial facilities in the U.S. that are looking to take necessary steps toward promoting employee and customer health and safety to reduce the risk of further spread of the virus. The new service will soon be available in Australia, Canada and the U.K.

The commercial property modification service provides property owners and property managers with access to over 6,000 licensed and insured contractors globally to modify existing workspaces, creating a safer environment and assisting with social distancing. The service includes modifications such as automated hands- free door opener installation, plexiglass panel space divider installation, building entrance modifications, and customizable modifications to waiting and common areas, shared spaces, restrooms, workspaces and walkways.

Contractor Connection provides a 24/7 call center, stringent quality management, project tracking, and a five- year workmanship warranty for all modifications completed. All contractors are rigourously vetted by Contractor Connection and monitored throughout the project to ensure timeliness of response, quality of modifications, and unmatched customer satisfaction.

“As businesses continue to reopen in the wake of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, creating safe and healthy environments for customers and employees is imperative,” said Larry Thomas, global president, Crawford Specialty Solutions. “Contractor Connection can provide commercial property modifications to give peace of mind to those who frequent reopened facilities in these times of uncertainty as we continue to honor our mission to restore and enhance lives, businesses and communities.”

“Whether you operate as a shop, restaurant, theater, mall, school, office, or any highly trafficked venue, modifying the use of interior and exterior doors and creating physical separation can help prevent the spread of the virus,” said Lance Malcolm, U.S. president, Contractor Connection. “Our nationwide network of credentialedprofessionals offers extensive expertise to meet the specific needs of your project as you seek to keep your business and community safe.”