Water safety

To minimise the risk of contamination in your home, you should follow the guidance below:

• Make sure that you run all taps and showers in your home at least once a week.

 

• If you are away from home for more than a week, run your taps through for at least five minutes before using them.

 

• Clean your shower head by descaling and disinfecting it (remember to follow the instructions carefully on any de-scaling solution). This should be done at least every six months.

 

Who is most at risk?

Legionnaires' disease can affect everyone however there are some people that could be more susceptible to infection. This includes:

 

• Individuals over the age of 45
• Smokers and heavy drinkers
• Individuals suffering with chronic respiratory or kidney disease
• Anyone with an impaired immune system

 

Additional guidance can be found here.

 

If you have any concerns, you can report these immediately to HomeFix through your online account.