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Stretton Associates were contacted when the University of Sheffield discovered that in many of the refurbished areas of the University, water coming through the cold and hot water systems was discoloured with a high copper content. The University sought the services of a specialist water scientist to investigate and identify solutions to the problem.

A private water supply is normally one that is not provided by a water company. It may supply only one house, with little or no treatment or it may be a large system with chemical and physical treatment supplying properties and/or businesses through a large network of pipes. Water is normally sourced from springs, streams, boreholes, wells or ponds all of which may be polluted with chemicals, bacteria and other health-threatening agents.

In the UK, the law governing the use of private supplies is defined in:

England:The Private Water Supplies Regulations 2009
Scotland:The Private Water Supplies Regulations (Scotland) 2006
Wales:The Private Water Supplies Regulations (Wales) 2010

The owner of a private water supply is responsible for its treatment and for ensuring that the water supplied meets the requirements of the relevant Regulations. If that is 'you' and if you have problems with your system or concerns about the new legislation, including how to carry out the necessary Risk Assessment, then we can help.

Our experience with water treatment systems dates from 1979. To find out how we can provide detailed technical consultancy and the completely impartial advice you need to solve your problems today, contact us using our contact form or by phoning us on 01559 363 968