ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — When hot water fails, the consequences are immediate and serious, especially in environments where comfort, safety and compliance are non-negotiable. In nursing homes, hospitals, apartment complexes and hotels, hot water isn’t just a convenience, it’s a critical service.
That’s why MB HAYNES, the region’s most trusted name in mechanical and plumbing services for over a century, developed a groundbreaking emergency hot water solution that restores service in as little as 30 minutes.
With our custom-engineered mobile mechanical room, MB HAYNES brings fast, reliable hot water to facilities in crisis, keeping residents safe, guests satisfied and operations running smoothly.
Why immediate hot water matters
Whether you’re caring for the elderly or accommodating travelers, hot water plays a vital role in:
- Resident comfort and hygiene: Daily routines like bathing and handwashing depend on hot water to support dignity and well-being, especially for seniors.
- Sanitation and infection control: From disinfecting linens to cleaning kitchens and medical equipment, hot water helps prevent the spread of dangerous pathogens.
- Safety: Correct water temperatures reduce the risk of scalding injuries and inhibit bacterial growth like Legionella.
- Regulatory compliance: Long-term care facilities and commercial properties must meet standards set by CMS, ASHRAE 188 and other regulatory bodies to avoid fines and violations.

The growing challenge of hot water outages
Across the U.S., there are over 28,000 long-term care facilities and thousands of hospitality and multi-family properties that rely heavily on uninterrupted hot water. These facilities face serious challenges, including:
- Aging infrastructure
- Regulatory pressure
- Opportunistic pathogens (e.g., Legionella)
- Increased occupant expectations
- Delays in conventional water heater repair or replacement
An unexpected outage can lead to patient endangerment, negative guest reviews, lost revenue and even shutdowns.
The MB HAYNES emergency hot water advantage
When time is critical, you need more than a plumber. You need a rapid deployment team with a turnkey solution.
That’s exactly what MB HAYNES delivers with our mobile hot water trailer, a self-contained, high-capacity mechanical room engineered to restore hot water on the spot.
Here’s how it works:
- Deployed 24/7 directly to your site
- Connects seamlessly to your building:
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- Cold water line
- 120°F hot water line
- Recirculating loop
- High-temp 140°F kitchen/laundry lines
- Produces up to 28 gallons per minute of hot water
- Initial output up to 160°F, safely tempered to 120°F or lower using thermostatic mixing valves
- Operates using onboard propane or your facility’s gas supply
This isn’t a temporary patch. It’s a full-service emergency hot water solution that can run as long as needed, supporting your facility until permanent repairs are completed.

Critical applications: From nursing homes to hotels
MB HAYNES proudly provides 24/7 emergency hot water service to:
- Nursing homes and skilled nursing facilities (SNFs)
- Assisted living communities (ALFs)
- Retirement and senior living centers
- Hospitals and medical offices
- Hotels, resorts and vacation rentals
- Apartment complexes and condominiums
- Hospitality properties under renovation
Why property managers and administrators trust MB HAYNES:
Healthcare facilities
We help protect your residents and your licenses by ensuring compliance with:
- CMS infection control protocols
- ASHRAE 188 and CDC Legionella prevention standards
- State-specific burn prevention regulations
Our system prevents Legionella (which thrives between 77°F and 113°F) by producing high-temperature water and safely tempering it before delivery, meeting both health and safety requirements.
Hotels and multi-family properties
Whether it’s a boutique inn or a 200-unit apartment complex, we eliminate the downtime and disruption caused by hot water outages. That means:
- No displaced guests or tenants
- No negative reviews or tenant complaints
- No lost revenue or overtime labor costs
- No legal or code violations
A solution born from experience
According to Mike Griffin, senior vice president of the MB HAYNES Plumbing Division, “after spending two sleepless nights restoring hot water to a nursing home and seeing the impact outages had on hotels and apartments, we knew there had to be a better way. That’s when we built the only emergency hot water trailer of its kind in the region. Now, our clients don’t have to wait. We bring the heat immediately.”
Don’t let a hot water emergency turn into a crisis
If you’re searching for emergency water heater service near you, look no further than MB HAYNES. With fast response times, skilled technicians and a one-of-a-kind mobile solution, we’re the backup plan your facility can count on.
Call MB HAYNES today at (828) 254-6141. Emergency hot water. Immediate response. No compromises. We bring the heat — fast.
Visit us online at: https://www.mbhaynes.com/haynes-plumbing/#commercial