Water Hygiene & Legionella Control in Harlow
Need dependable water hygiene and legionella control in Harlow? SK Facilities covers the CM20 area with surveyed, fixed-price contracts and monthly reporting.
What buildings in Harlow need
Commercial property in Harlow includes managed residential blocks and HMOs, industrial estates and trade counters and schools, nurseries and colleges. Each has different hours, plant and statutory duties, so the scope is set after we have walked the site.
In Harlow, buildings with low occupancy or seasonal use need particular care because little-used outlets raise Legionella risk.
What water hygiene and legionella control covers
Water hygiene is the control of Legionella and other bacteria in a building's hot and cold water systems. It starts with a Legionella risk assessment, followed by a written scheme of monthly temperature checks, flushing of little-used outlets and periodic cleaning.
- Logbook kept up to date for inspections
- Tank inspections, cleaning and disinfection
- TMV servicing and shower head descaling
- Legionella risk assessment and written scheme
Getting to your Harlow site
We cover Harlow alongside Basildon, Braintree, so planned visits are grouped efficiently and reactive jobs reach you without long travel times. Your account manager is your single contact for every site in Essex.
Guide prices in Harlow
| Example site (Harlow) | Guide price per month |
|---|---|
| Small office, about 2,000 sq ft | £40 – £60 |
| Medium office, about 10,000 sq ft | £40 – £120 |
| Large office, about 40,000 sq ft | £150 – £450 |
Guide prices for water hygiene and legionella control only, excluding VAT, based on 2026 UK market rates. Your fixed price follows a free site survey.
Compliance notes for Harlow premises
In England, fire safety in non-domestic premises falls under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, workplaces have had to separate recycling under Simpler Recycling since 31 March 2025, and the Building Safety Act 2022 adds duties for higher-risk residential buildings. We keep the certificates for your Harlow premises in one place so they are easy to produce.
Water Hygiene & Legionella Control near Harlow
FAQs: water hygiene and legionella control in Harlow
Do all businesses need a Legionella risk assessment?
Anyone responsible for premises with a water system has a duty to assess the risk. For most offices the risk is low but still needs assessing and recording.
What are sentinel outlets?
The taps nearest to and furthest from the water heater or tank. Checking their temperatures monthly shows whether the system is in control.
Can water hygiene be combined with other services in Harlow?
Yes. Many Harlow customers combine it with cleaning, compliance management or reactive repairs under one contract and one monthly report.
How do I get a price for water hygiene in Harlow?
Use the guide price tool for an instant estimate, then book a free site survey. We confirm a fixed monthly price in writing after the visit.
Get a fixed-price facilities proposal
A free site survey, a written specification and a monthly price, with no obligation.