The Importance of Water Testing
Water is a vital resource that sustains life, but it can also harbour hidden dangers. Pathogenic microorganisms, dissolved chemicals, and minerals can contaminate water, posing serious risks to our health. That’s why water testing is a crucial step in ensuring the safety of our most important resource. At Andersen Caledonia, we understand the significance of […]
Legionella Risk Assessments – A Landlords Guide
Legionella risk assessments are required to be conducted by landlords. This is to prevent the risk of infection to tenants living in the landlord’s property. What is Legionella? Legionella is a harmful pathogen that thrives in water and infects the lungs. The bacteria grows at a quick rate in mild to warmer temperatures of 20°C […]
Bacteria in Water – Should You be Worried?
Bacteria in Water Bacteria can become present in our water via several sources. Our water systems will contain traces of both good and bad bacteria. Pathogen contamination can result from flooding, leaking septic tanks, animal faeces, and degrading of old water systems. Pathogens can pose a harmful threat to humans if they infiltrate our water environments. Legionella is […]