Legionella Guide
Legionella is a type of bacteria that can develop in water systems where conditions allow it to grow. The risk is generally associated with water systems where water can become stagnant, where temperatures support bacterial growth, or where fine water droplets can be produced.
At North East Property Compliance Ltd, we provide professional Legionella risk assessments throughout Aberdeen and surrounding areas. Our assessments are designed to help property owners, landlords, letting agents and businesses understand potential risks within their water systems and identify practical control measures.
A Legionella risk assessment may include checks of hot and cold water systems, taps, showers, water storage, outlet temperatures, little-used outlets and areas where water could stagnate.
Our aim is to provide a clear, practical and easy-to-understand assessment, together with recommendations where action is required.
Legionella Risk Assessment from £45 (No VAT).
Elmhurst Accredited Member.
Legionella Legislation for Landlords
Landlords have a responsibility to consider health and safety risks within rental properties, including potential risks associated with Legionella bacteria.
A Legionella risk assessment helps landlords identify whether their property’s water system presents any foreseeable risk and whether additional control measures may be required.
For many straightforward residential properties, the level of risk may be relatively low, but this should still be assessed and recorded appropriately.
Landlords should consider factors such as:
Hot and cold water temperatures
Little-used taps and showers
Stagnant water
Shower heads and hoses
Stored water systems
Dead legs or redundant pipework
Vulnerable occupants
Changes to the water system
Keeping a clear written risk assessment can help demonstrate that Legionella risks have been considered and appropriate precautions have been taken.
At North East Property Compliance Ltd, we provide professional Legionella risk assessments for landlords, letting agents, holiday lets and rental properties throughout Aberdeen.
Legionella Responsibilities for Businesses
Businesses and organisations that operate premises with water systems should consider whether those systems could create a risk from Legionella bacteria.
This can apply to offices, workplaces, accommodation providers, commercial properties and other premises where water is stored or distributed.
A professional risk assessment can help identify:
Potential areas of water stagnation
Poor temperature control
Little-used outlets
Shower or spray-producing fittings
Water storage concerns
Maintenance issues
Existing control measures
Recommended actions
The purpose of the assessment is to identify foreseeable risks and provide practical recommendations to help manage them.
We provide a straightforward service with clear documentation and professional reporting.
Why Is a Legionella Risk Assessment Important?
A Legionella risk assessment is important because the bacteria can grow in certain water systems when conditions are suitable.
The assessment helps identify whether there are factors within the property that could increase the risk of Legionella growth or exposure.
A professional assessment can help you:
Identify potential Legionella risks
Understand your water system
Check hot and cold water temperatures
Identify stagnant or little-used outlets
Review shower heads and hoses
Identify areas requiring attention
Put suitable control measures in place
Maintain clear written records
For landlords and property owners, a risk assessment also provides evidence that the potential risk has been considered and reviewed.
What Does a Legionella Risk Assessment Include?
Our Legionella risk assessments can include:
Inspection of the hot and cold water system
Temperature checks at appropriate outlets
Inspection of taps and showers
Review of hot water storage arrangements
Identification of little-used outlets
Identification of potential dead legs
Assessment of stagnant water risks
Inspection of shower heads and hoses
Review of existing control measures
Identification of vulnerable occupants where relevant
Practical recommendations
Clear written risk assessment report
Each property is different, so the assessment is based on the actual water system and the conditions found at the premises.
Legionella Risk Assessment for Landlords
If you are a landlord, a Legionella risk assessment can help you understand whether your rental property’s water system presents any foreseeable risk.
We provide assessments for:
Single rental properties
Buy-to-let properties
Flats and apartments
Holiday lets
Short-term lets
Serviced accommodation
Letting agent portfolios
Our service is designed to be simple and practical, with clear findings and recommendations.
Price from £45 (No VAT).
Legionella Risk Assessment for Holiday Lets and Short-Term Lets
Holiday lets and short-term rental properties can sometimes have periods where water outlets are used less frequently. This makes it particularly important to consider stagnant water and outlet usage.
A Legionella risk assessment can help identify:
Little-used taps and showers
Periods of low occupancy
Stored water
Temperature control
Shower head condition
Stagnant water risks
Recommended flushing or maintenance measures
We provide professional risk assessments for short-term lets, serviced accommodation and holiday properties throughout Aberdeen.
How Often Should a Legionella Risk Assessment Be Reviewed?
There is not always a fixed interval that applies to every property.
A Legionella risk assessment should generally be reviewed when there is reason to believe the existing assessment may no longer be valid.
This may include:
Changes to the water system
New water storage equipment
Significant plumbing alterations
Changes in occupancy
A property being vacant for an extended period
New information about potential risks
Concerns raised during inspections
A change in how the property is used
Regular review helps ensure that the assessment continues to reflect the actual conditions within the property.
Why Choose North East Property Compliance Ltd?
At North East Property Compliance Ltd, we aim to make Legionella risk assessment simple, professional and affordable.
We offer:
Elmhurst Accredited Member
Professional Legionella risk assessments
Clear written reports
Practical recommendations
Competitive pricing
Local Aberdeen service
Flexible appointments
Straightforward advice
Assessments for landlords, letting agents, businesses and holiday lets
Legionella Risk Assessment from £45 (No VAT).
To book, call 07466591933 or email info@aberdeenlegionella.co.uk