What is Total Viable Count (TVC) in Water Testing?
Updated 24/02/26 Total Viable Count (TVC) in water testing refers to the quantification of microorganisms present in a water sample, encompassing bacteria, yeast, or mold…
Water Testing Articles
Water Testing Back in the Headlines – Why Independent Checks Matter More Than Ever
Water Quality Making the News Again Recent reports of residents in Tunbridge Wells being advised to boil their water have understandably caused concern. While these…
Water Sampling in Confined Spaces
In schools, hospitals, and care environments, water hygiene isn’t just a compliance box to tick—it’s essential to protecting health, wellbeing, and daily operations. These settings…
Potable Water Testing: Why Safe Drinking Water Starts With Your Storage Tanks
When you’re responsible for a building, you’re also responsible for the quality of the drinking water inside it. Whether you manage a school, hospital, office,…
Water Hygiene Checks: Could Water Really Be Making My Tenants Sick?
When Laura handed over the keys to her flat for a new tenant, she thought her work was done. She’d cleaned every corner, double-checked the…
Ensuring Safe Water Systems with Annual Legionella Risk Assessments
It was a wake-up call. Water safety isn’t something you can set and forget. It’s a journey from tap to tenant, and every step matters….
Handling a Water Contamination Crisis: A Step‑by‑Step Guide
A water contamination crisis is every duty holder’s worst-case scenario. Whether it’s caused by bacteria like Legionella, chemical pollutants, or an issue with your mains…
What Is a Dead Leg in Plumbing – And Why Should You Care?
When it comes to keeping your water system safe, efficient and compliant, there are a few hidden issues that can cause big problems behind the…
Can You Prevent Legionella? Here’s What You Need to Know
Legionella is the word no property owner, landlord or facilities manager wants to hear – and for good reason. Left unchecked, this bacteria can pose…
Water Services in Sussex: How the Right Water Hygiene Company Makes All the Difference
When it comes to water safety, there’s no room for guesswork. Whether you manage a school, hospital, commercial property, or residential building, your legal and…