Water Testing St Albans & Watford

If you’re a landlord or business owner, you have a legal duty to test and manage your water systems and HTS Services is here to make that process simple.

From Legionella Risk Assessments and E. coli testing to chemical and metal analysis, we deliver fast, reliable results to keep you compliant and your water safe. Whether it’s a one-off risk assessment or routine monitoring, our expert team handles it all efficiently and professionally.

Water Testing and Legionella Testing for Watford and surrounding areas

HTS Services offers expert water testing for landlords and businesses in Watford, St Albans, Rickmansworth and Hemel Hempstead. From Legionella Risk Assessments and E. coli to chemical and metal checks, we help you stay compliant and protect your property. Quick, professional and hassle-free; book your testing with HTS Services today.

Our Water Testing Service covers

Legionella Testing

Especially important for businesses with water storage or systems prone to stagnation (e.g. gyms, hotels, care homes). Legionella bacteria can cause Legionnaires’ disease, a serious respiratory illness.

Total Viable Count (TVC)

Measures the overall microbial load in water. A high count may indicate poor water hygiene or contamination.

E. coli and Coliforms

Indicators of faecal contamination. Their presence suggests a breach in the water supply integrity.

Pseudomonas Aeruginosa

Particularly relevant in healthcare and hospitality settings. This bacterium can cause infections and damage plumbing systems.

Chemical Testing

Includes pH, chlorine levels, nitrates, and heavy metals (e.g. lead, copper, iron). These affect taste, safety, and pipe corrosion.

Physical Parameters

Such as turbidity (cloudiness), colour, and odour. These can indicate sediment, organic matter, or chemical imbalances.

Metal Parameters

Testing for metals like lead, copper, and iron helps assess pipe degradation and potential health risks.

Corrosion and Scale Potential

Evaluates the likelihood of pipe damage or limescale build-up, which can affect water quality and system efficiency.

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Don’t leave water safety to chance. HTS Services is ready to help you meet your legal obligations quickly and with minimal disruption.

Landlords (Residential Properties)

Under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH), landlords must:

Conduct a Legionella Risk Assessment: Even for small domestic systems, landlords must assess the risk of Legionella bacteria developing in water systems.
Implement Control Measures:This may include flushing unused outlets, maintaining water temperatures, and removing redundant pipework.
Keep Records: While not always mandatory for domestic lets, keeping a written record of assessments and actions is considered best practice.
Inform Tenants: Tenants should be made aware of any risks and advised on safe water use (e.g. regularly cleaning showerheads).

Businesses & Commercial Landlords

Businesses and commercial property owners have broader responsibilities under the same legislation, with additional emphasis on:

Regular Risk Assessments: Especially for buildings with complex water systems, cooling towers, or storage tanks.
Appointing a Competent Person: Someone must be designated to manage water safety and compliance.
Routine Monitoring and Testing: This includes temperature checks, microbiological sampling, and system inspections.
Maintenance of Records: Detailed logs of assessments, monitoring, and remedial actions must be kept.
Compliance with the Approved Code of Practice (ACoP L8): This guidance outlines how to meet legal duties for controlling Legionella in water systems.

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