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Legionella Water Testing in Eastbourne

Legionella Water Testing in Eastbourne

BR Plumbing Services provide professional legionella water testing in Eastbourne and across East Sussex, helping businesses and landlords keep their hot and cold water systems safe and compliant.

We support a wide range of properties including nursing homes, hotels, schools, factories, dental and doctors’ surgeries, care homes and rental properties. Our services are designed to help you meet health and safety requirements and reduce the risk of legionnaires’ disease.

Legionella Testing and Risk Assessments

We offer comprehensive legionella testing services tailored to your premises, including:

  • Legionella risk assessments in Eastbourne
  • Water sampling from various points within your system
  • Monitoring of water temperatures
  • Identification of potential risks within hot and cold water systems
  • Legionella control recommendations and remedial works

Our team carries out both commercial and domestic legionella risk assessments, helping you identify potential issues early and ensure the safety of your water systems.

Cleaning and Disinfection Services

As part of our legionella control services, we provide cleaning and disinfection in line with ACOP L8 and BS8558:2015.

Our process includes:

  • Isolating and draining the cold water tank
  • Chemical cleaning using chlorine
  • Refilling and dosing the system
  • Full tank and system disinfection
  • Disinfection of lids and associated pipework
  • Taking water samples for UKAS laboratory testing
  • Supplying certification for compliance records

These services help maintain safe and compliant systems and reduce the risk of contamination.

Ongoing Legionella Control

Managing legionella risk is an ongoing responsibility. We can provide regular monitoring and support to help maintain compliance over time.

This includes temperature checks, water sampling and advice on maintaining your system in line with current health and safety guidance.

A Reliable Legionella Testing Service

We take a straightforward and professional approach, helping clients understand their responsibilities without unnecessary complexity.

By carrying out clear risk assessments and practical remedial work, we help you maintain safe water systems and meet required standards with confidence.

Contact BR Plumbing Services

If you require legionella water testing in Eastbourne or across East Sussex, contact our team today.

Call 01323 407305 to arrange a risk assessment or find more information about our services.

FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is legionella water testing?

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    Legionella water testing involves taking water samples from various points in your system to check for the presence of legionella bacteria, which can cause legionnaires’ disease.

  • Do I need a legionella risk assessment?

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    If you are responsible for a property, such as a landlord or business owner, you are required to carry out a legionella risk assessment to identify potential risks and ensure your water systems are safe and compliant.

  • What does a legionella risk assessment include?

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    A legionella risk assessment reviews your hot and cold water systems, identifies potential risks, checks water temperatures and provides recommendations to reduce the risk of legionella bacteria.

  • How often should legionella testing be carried out?

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    This depends on the type of property and system in place. Regular monitoring and periodic testing are recommended to maintain compliance and ensure ongoing safety.

  • Can you help with boiler repairs and breakdowns?

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    Yes. We carry out commercial boiler repairs and heating system diagnostics, working to resolve faults quickly and restore heating and hot water with minimal disruption.

  • What types of properties do you cover?

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    We work with a wide range of properties including care homes, hotels, schools, medical facilities, commercial premises and residential rental properties.

  • Do you provide water sampling and certification?

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    Yes. We carry out water sampling and send samples to a UKAS accredited laboratory. Certificates are provided for your records and compliance.

  • Can you carry out cleaning and disinfection of water systems?

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    Yes. We provide cleaning and disinfection services in line with ACOP L8, including tank cleaning, chlorination and full system disinfection.

  • How do I book legionella testing in Eastbourne?

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    Contact BR Plumbing Services on 01323 407305 to arrange a visit or discuss your requirements.