Eurofins Water Hygiene Testing UK Ltd.'s UKAS No. 9658, 9508 & 1369 accredited laboratories are able to assess physical water quality parameters across a wide variety of applications and sample matrix types.
Why physical testing matters
Physical testing forms a fundamental part of water quality assessment, providing key indicators of a system’s condition, cleanliness, and performance. Parameters such as turbidity, conductivity, pH, total dissolved solids (TDS) and colour offer immediate insights into the physical characteristics of water, helping to identify contamination, system imbalance or changes in source quality. These measurements support routine monitoring, system commissioning and compliance with industry standards.
Supporting monitoring, compliance and process control
Physical water quality parameters play a vital role in many applications, from drinking water systems and closed heating or cooling loops to environmental discharges and industrial process water. For example, high turbidity may indicate suspended solids or biofilm disruption, while increased conductivity may signal chemical imbalance or corrosion. Regular testing allows for proactive maintenance, verifies treatment performance and supports compliance with recognised standards such as BS 8552, BS EN 12502 and the Water Supply (Water Quality) Regulations.
Testing and methods
Eurofins Water Hygiene Testing UK provides a wide range of physical testing capabilities, including
Testing can be performed on
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Potable water
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Closed systems
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Raw water
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Wastewater
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Process water
Typical turnaround times of five working days. All analyses are carried out in UKAS-accredited laboratories, with matrix-dependent accreditation. For extended scope, we work with our European competence centre partners to ensure consistent methods and quality standards.
Who we serve
Our physical testing services are trusted by
Whether part of a routine water hygiene programme, an investigation or commissioning activity, our testing provides clear results for confident decision-making.
Why choose Eurofins Water Hygiene Testing UK
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UKAS-accredited testing for turbidity, conductivity, pH, TDS and colour
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Applicable to drinking water, closed systems, wastewater and environmental samples
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Supports compliance, system condition monitoring and quality assurance
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Reliable turnaround times to suit both scheduled and reactive testing
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Nationwide logistics and secure sample transport preserving data integrity
UK-Wide drop-off facilities
Eurofins Water Hygiene Testing UK customers benefit from our extensive and free to use sample drop off network with over 50 drop-off locations. Follow the links below for more details.
Sample bottles
To ensure that we are able to test your water chemistry samples please submit them in appropriate sample bottles.
Contact & next steps
If you require physical testing as part of your water management, compliance or commissioning programme, please Contact us or call 0845 604 6740. We are ready to advise on sampling and help maintain your water systems’ safety and performance.
