Water Hygiene & Legionella Control in Basingstoke
SK Facilities provides water hygiene and legionella control for commercial premises in Basingstoke and the RG21 postcode district, with a free site survey and a fixed monthly price.
Water Hygiene & Legionella Control for Basingstoke premises
Commercial property in Basingstoke includes Grade A and refurbished office space, hotels and serviced apartments and business parks on the city edge. Each has different hours, plant and statutory duties, so the scope is set after we have walked the site.
In Basingstoke, 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.
- Monthly sentinel tap temperature monitoring
- Logbook kept up to date for inspections
- TMV servicing and shower head descaling
- Tank inspections, cleaning and disinfection
How we cover Basingstoke and RG21
For Basingstoke, the RG21 district and the wider Hampshire area, we schedule planned work in advance and hold slots for urgent reactive jobs, so your site is never waiting on a single engineer.
Guide prices in Basingstoke
| Example site (Basingstoke) | Guide price per month |
|---|---|
| Small office, about 2,000 sq ft | £40 – £60 |
| Medium office, about 10,000 sq ft | £50 – £140 |
| Large office, about 40,000 sq ft | £170 – £500 |
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 Basingstoke 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.
Water Hygiene & Legionella Control near Basingstoke
FAQs: water hygiene and legionella control in Basingstoke
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.
How often is the risk assessment reviewed?
Whenever something significant changes, and at regular intervals. Many organisations review every two years.
Can water hygiene be combined with other services in Basingstoke?
Yes. Many Basingstoke customers combine it with cleaning, compliance management or reactive repairs under one contract and one monthly report.
Do you cover Basingstoke and the RG21 postcode area?
Yes. We provide water hygiene and legionella control across Hampshire, including Basingstoke and Southampton, Farnborough.
Get a fixed-price facilities proposal
A free site survey, a written specification and a monthly price, with no obligation.