The COVID-19 pandemic has brought us many absurd things from sanitizer scams to theories on Malir. Yet there have been more practical; ideas like ‘Barber on Wheels’ too.
‘Barber on Wheels’ is exactly what it sounds like, a mobile barber service. You make an appointment and a hairdresser shows up at your house all suited up.
“Now you can get professional barbers delivered to your doors to give you the trimming you need without any hassle!”
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While this may sound like a new idea, there are plenty of ‘at-your-doorstep’ salon and aesthetician services for women available before. Most of these services are small operations with independent workers.
Of course, these independent workers only attend to trusted clients.
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What’s unique about Barbers on Wheels?
This startup ‘Barbers on Wheels’ sounds the same, except it ensures that people get haircuts with all possible precautions to ensure the coronavirus doesn’t spread. it’s a startup that has risen to the occasion amidst the COVID-9 pandemic.
The barbers sterilize all tools throughout the haircut and wear full-body protective suits.
The haircuts happen in an outdoor setting to prevent the hairdresser from bringing in contaminants from outside. Clients are even required to keep a mask on while the haircut is happening.
For now, this service is only available for men.
Rates
Given their emphasis on personalized service and a safety-first approach, their rates may seem a tad higher than what you pay your regular barber. There’s no price too high for ensuring one’s safety however.
Here are their rates:
- Cutting – Rs 700
- Beard Trimming – Rs 500
- Beard and hair cutting combo – Rs 1000
As per their Facebook, these services only take 30 minutes.
Currently this service seems limited to Lahore. With Ramzan, and eventually, Eid fast approaching, expect an influx of similar services all over the country.
