Water safety
It's important to make sure your water is fresh and free from harmful bacteria. Bacteria can develop in pipes that aren't regularly flushed with water – particularly in dead-ends like showers and outside taps. There are a few simple steps you can take to keep your water systems clean.
- If you have a shower that isn't used regularly, run it once a week to prevent water stagnating in the pipes.
- Clean your shower head every six months to prevent the build-up of bacteria. Cleaning also removes limescale, where bacteria can breed.
- If you have an outdoor tap, run it once a week to prevent the water from stagnating in the pipes.
