Stoke-on-Trent
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Water storage tanks and summer holidays
Water storage tanks and the summer holidays It is possible that you could have one or more water storage tanks in the roof, often where you cannot easily see them. The water tanks should be inspected and if necessary, cleaned. With the summer holidays approaching, this could be a good time for inspecting and cleaning the water storage tanks. We can do this. Many water treatment companies do not like this sort of work. We do . . . and …
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The water tank with its own carpet
Yes. A water tank with its own carpet ! Yes. The water tank had its own carpet!! I came across a water tank that instead of a proper cover, a carpet was placed over the tank. Over many years the carpet had gradually slipped into the water and had dispersed. The contaminated water was being used by students in the student accommodation. The tank was obviously immediately condemned for the safety of the students. Students are famous, or infamous, for …
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Have you got biofilms?
What are biofilms? Biofilms are layers of usually, harmless bacteria found inside water pipes and on water tank sides. Sometimes, you can touch the inside wall of a tank and it feels “slippery”. This is due to the presence of biofilms. Biofilms do not usually cause a problem but they can act as a nutrient for other bacteria, for example, legionella. If biofilms are found in a tank, they can be removed by chlorination which we can organise for you. …
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Tilly wants safe Drinking Water
Tilly wants safe drinking water. Tilly wants safe drinking water for Christmas ! * Drinking water that has been tested by Waterchemist Ltd * Drinking water that is free from harmful bacteria * Drinking water that she knows is safe to drink Dogs, such as Tilly, can drink nearly any water. Humans should not do that. Unpleasant bacteria, such as e.coli, can be found in water. This can have a devastating effect on the human body. Waterchemist Ltd …
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Legionnaires Disease and Holidays
Legionnaires Disease and holidays ~ and how to avoid it when you go on your holidays. Legionnaires Disease is a dangerous disease and should not be underestimated, especially when going away to sunnier climes. When you go on holiday to a warmer country, try to ensure that you do not bring back Legionnaires Disease as a souvenir ! Here are two useful tips to remember when you get to your room on arrival:- 1. Run each of …
