Legionella Risk Edinburgh
NO.1 LEGIONELLA RISK ASSESSMENT AND PAT TESTING EXPERTS IN EDINBURGH
We are a Commercial and Domestic Legionella Risk Assessment and Portable Appliance Testing service provider in Edinburgh.
FULLY COMPLIANT AND COMPREHENSIVE LEGIONELLA RISK ASSESSMENT SERVICES
Protect your domestic or commercial property in Edinburgh with our expert water hygiene and electrical safety services. We ensure compliance with safety legislation and legal obligations, protecting against Legionnaires’ Disease and faulty electrical equipment. Our team provides detailed reports to mitigate exposure to Legionella, offering peace of mind for homeowners, landlords, business owners, and property agencies. Stay safe and compliant with our tailored solutions.
Our water and electrical safety professionals cover the whole of Scotland no matter where you are.
HOW OUR RISK
ASSESSMENTS WORK
BOOK ONLINE
Book the service you require, whether you need a Legionella Risk Assessment, Portable Appliance Testing (PAT), or both, online here. We’ll conduct a thorough examination of water systems, by taking water samples to assess the risk of Legionella and its harmful effects. Whether for residential properties or commercial properties, our simple assessment provides a comprehensive picture of potential risks and the safety of occupants. Your payment can be made before or after we carry out your risk assessments.
WE’LL CALL YOU TO ARRANGE AN APPOINTMENT
Once your appointment has been arranged, our expert assessor will visit your property and carry out your required inspections and assessments. Once the assessment is complete and payment has been cleared, you will receive your fully finalized and compliant Legionella Risk Assessment and/or Portable Appliance Testing Report on the same day.
CARRIED OUT BY EXPERTS AT COMPETITIVE FIXED PRICES
WHAT IS
LEGIONNAIRES’ DISEASE?
Legionnaires’ Disease is a form of pneumonia caused by inhaling water droplets contaminated with Legionella bacteria. The disease poses a health risk, especially for individuals with weakened immune systems or chronic respiratory conditions. Risk of exposure increases in poorly maintained water supplies, which is why regular testing of water systems can help prevent outbreaks and reduce the threat of Legionnaires’ Disease.
What are the Symptoms of Legionnaires Disease?
The Symptoms caused by Legionnaires Disease are similar to the symptoms of the flu:
- Fever
- Headaches
- Fatigue
- Muscle Aches
When the disease worsens, you may experience:
- Breathing Difficulties
- Chest Pain
- Green Coloured Phlegm
- Confusion
WHAT IS INVOLVED IN A
LEGIONELLA RISK ASSESSMENT?
A Legionella risk assessment involves identifying potential sources of risk, such as water systems, where dangerous bacteria may grow. Our risk assessment services are carried out by competent professionals using advanced tools, tailored to the type of property to ensure safety. During our Legionella Risk Assessment, all water sources at your property will be checked.
Our assessment checks will include:
- Checking all water sources (water outlets, water heaters and pipe work in your property) testing for potential dangers and if so how risky the situation is.
- If anyone is at higher risk from legionella disease.
- Water Temperature Checks
- Identifying if there is any Legionella bacteria present in the water system.
- Setting up the necessary safety measures to control and minimise the threat of Legionella bacteria spreading in your property.
- Documenting the evidence found whilst doing the assessment and presenting you with your Legionella Risk Assessment Report on the same day.
Each and every one of our assessments will be carried out by a Water Hygiene professional at a time which suits you. Our expert team will take around 30 minutes to complete tests depending on the size of your premises.
At the end of your assessment, you will receive a fully completed and compliant Legionella Risk Assessment Report demonstrating your compliance with the new legislation.
How often should you get a Legionella Risk Assessment?
Even though it is not necessarily a legal requirement, it is advised that you carry out a Legionella Risk assessment every 12 months to keep the risk of Legionnaires’ Disease and other water hygiene hazards at a minimum.
You should also consider contacting our risk assessors immediately if the following changes occur:
- If there has been a reported outbreak of Legionnaires’ Disease in your area.
- If there has been a water system change in your property/building.
- If the water system in your building has been moved to a different location.
- If the purpose of the location where your water system is based has changed.
How much does a Legionella Risk Assessment cost?
A legionella Risk Assessment can cost anywhere from £130 to £2000 depending on factors such as if it is a Domestic or Commercial property and also the size of the premises. Starting at £55 our prices are some of the most competitive on the market!
ARE YOU AT RISK OF LEGIONELLA BACTERIA?
Legionella Risk Levels
- Swimming Pools, Hot tubs, Spas.
- Premises Inhabited by Vulnerable Groups such as Care Homes and Hospitals.
- Cooling Towers.
- Properties with Complicated Water Systems.
- Properties that have been vacant for a period of time.
These types of premises and water systems should be monitoring their water systems more regularly than others with shared places such as swimming pools being advised to carry out a Legionella Risk Assessment every 3 months.
- Large populated properties and workplaces such as factories, hotels, office buildings and airports.
- Hot and Cold water systems within water tanks
- Processed water systems.
- Remote Areas where there is less chance of Legionella Bacteria Spreading.
- Property with little to no water.
- Buildings with less complicated water systems
ARE LANDLORDS LEGALLY OBLIGATED TO HAVE A LRA CARRIED OUT?
Whilst Landlords are not legally obligated to carry out a Legionella Risk Assessment, they do have a legal duty of care to shield the health and safety of their tenants, one of the ways they do this is by making sure the water in the rented property is safe enough to use as well as drink.
The UK Health and Safety laws state that landlords are legally obligated to contemplate the potential legionella risk within their premises.
Even though there is no official Legionella test certificate, it is a requirement for landlords to prove they have highlighted and assessed all potential risks at their properties.
A Legionella risk assessment is the most accurate method of doing so.
Landlords should also carry out a Legionella Risk Assessment every time a new tenant moves into their property.
If Your Rented Property
has been Vacant
If you are a Landlord and your property has been vacant for a long period of time, for example of you rent to students and your property is empty during the months they are out of school, you should always drain the water system before new tenants move in and book a Legionella Risk Assessment for your property as Legionella Bacteria can build up in stagnant water that has not been run in many months.
Our Domestic Legionella Risk Assessment and PAT Testing services start from only £55.00. If you own multiple properties we also have discounted prices available for volume bookings.
LEGIONELLA RISK ASSESSMENT FOR PROPERTY AGENCIES IN EDINBURGH
We offer Legionella risk assessments for both residential and commercial properties across Scotland. Our professional team provides a comprehensive picture of your water systems, ensuring they’re safe and compliant with Scottish Water regulations.
We conduct thorough water testing to identify potential risks, delivering peace of mind that your water is safe. With our competent assessors and excellent service, you can trust us to keep your property water safe and free from Legionella hazards.
We also offer fantastic discounts for Legionella Risk Assessment and PAT Testing services for Property Agencies who order in volume.
Everything You Need to Know About Legionella Risk Assessments
What happens after the risk assessment is completed?
After the water sampling and risk assessment is completed, you’ll receive a detailed report outlining any identified risks and recommended actions. This may include water treatment services and improvements to plumbing standards. To ensure ongoing safety, assessments should be conducted on an annual basis. The report will address the control of premises, including if there were droplets of water containing Legionella and the required amounts of bacteria present.
Can Legionella bacteria be prevented in my water system?
Yes, Legionella bacteria can be prevented with proper management of your water system. Implementing preventative measures, such as controlling water temperature, regular cleaning, and maintaining plumbing standards, reduces the spread of Legionella. Frequent assessments and yearly reviews help identify risks, especially in complex water systems. Legionella awareness and consistent checks are vital for both domestic properties and larger systems.
Is legionella a risk in both commercial and residential properties?
Yes, Legionella is a risk in both residential and commercial properties. Cold water storage tanks, large-volume water heaters, and other water assets can be breeding grounds for Legionella bacteria. Regular Legionella risk assessments are crucial to identify potential risks and ensure proper maintenance of water systems. Proper temperature control and water management help reduce the risk of bacterial growth.
