Cleaning & Disinfection
Hot & Cold Water Tank Cleaning
Protect your water system with clean water storage
A water system is only as safe as its most at-risk factor, and both hot and cold water tanks are at-risk areas within a water system if not properly installed and maintained. Wherever water sits for a length of time, the risk of disease and infection must be considered and countered.
Likewise, anywhere that heats water and then allows it to cool must be assessed for and protected against risks like Legionella’s disease and other bacteria.
Commercial buildings require commercial-scale water tanks, which may leave water sitting undisturbed over a weekend, then serve high numbers of people throughout the week. It is essential to protect your teams, your clients and your reputation as a business through careful and regular tank cleaning and disinfection.
How Can We Help?
At 4i Water Services, our technicians can clean and disinfect your tanks to a professional, commercial standard, with minimal disruption to your daily operations. We will isolate, drain and inspect your tanks for any signs of damage, conduct any remedial repairs needed, fully clean and disinfect the tanks, and perform water sample testing to check for infection.
Our engineers are experienced in cleaning and repair works for water storage across a wide range of industrial contexts, including works for:
As well as our tank assessment, we can carry out a full Legionella Risk Assessment, to identify any concerns or needed Legionella controls.
Contact 4i Water Services
At 4i Water Services, our expert technicians are ready to assist with any of your cleaning and disinfection needs. Call us on 01359 242000 or contact us at info@4iwaterservices.co.uk.
FAQs
- It has not been inspected or cleaned for an extended period
- There is visible sediment, scale, or debris within the tank
- The water appears discoloured or exhibits an unusual taste or odour
- The tank lid is damaged, missing, or inadequately fitted
- Screens, insulation, or warning labels are absent or in poor condition
Even where no visible issues are apparent, relevant guidance recommends that tanks are subject to regular inspection (typically at least annually) and cleaned as required to minimise the risk of contamination and microbial growth, including Legionella.
- The size and construction material of the tank
- Accessibility for inspection and cleaning
- The need for system isolation or temporary water supply arrangements
- The overall condition of the tank
For many commercial installations, costs typically commence from several hundred pounds. Implementing a programme of regular inspections and planned cleaning is generally more cost-effective than addressing deteriorating water quality or responding to unplanned issues at a later stage.
- The tank is adequately covered and securely sealed
- Insect screens are fitted to overflows and vents
- Internal surfaces remain in sound condition
- Insulation is intact to assist in maintaining low water temperatures
- Stored water temperatures are maintained below 20 °C
- The tank is clearly labelled and readily accessible for inspection
Routine inspections help ensure the continued supply of safe, wholesome water and support compliance with recognised best practice and relevant guidance.