Eurofins Water Hygiene Testing UK Ltd provides UKAS No. 9658 and 1369 accredited testing for Enterococci across a wide range of water types, supporting professionals in water treatment, environmental monitoring, and hygiene management.
Understanding Enterococci in water
Enterococci are a group of bacteria used as reliable indicators of faecal contamination in water, particularly in recreational and environmental water monitoring. Their presence is often associated with sewage ingress or animal waste contamination and, unlike other bacterial indicators, they are well-suited for survival in saltwater and harsher conditions. This makes Enterococci an essential parameter for monitoring water quality in both inland and coastal environments, as well as in treated water systems where hygiene and safety are critical.
Supporting water quality assurance and environmental compliance*
Enterococci testing is recommended by regulators and public health bodies across Europe and the UK, including within the EU Bathing Water Directive, the Private Water Supplies Regulations, and other environmental monitoring frameworks. In addition to its role in safeguarding public health, routine testing can support early detection of system ingress or breakdowns in filtration and disinfection processes. Whether you are monitoring surface water, potable supplies, or treated effluents, testing for Enterococci provides a strong indicator of microbiological safety and compliance.
*Regulatory information is for general guidance only and may not reflect the most recent regulatory changes. Always consult official sources for up-to-date legislation.
Accredited testing methods
Eurofins Water Hygiene Testing UK Ltd.’s UKAS-accredited laboratories provide Enterococci analysis using recognised culture-based methods. Results are typically available within 48 hours, providing a dependable and timely solution for both planned monitoring programmes and reactive investigations.
Trusted by industry experts
We work closely with clients across water treatment, environmental consultancy, facilities management, and public infrastructure. From routine compliance testing to site-specific investigations, our laboratory services are designed to support your operational and regulatory needs.
Why choose Eurofins Water Hygiene Testing UK
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UKAS-accredited Enterococci testing
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Suitable for inland, coastal, potable, and discharge water applications
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Fast, consistent turnaround times for reliable project planning and reactive response
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Backed by a national refrigerated logistics network ensuring fast and secure delivery of samples across the UK
UK-wide logistics and sample containers
Customers benefit from our free national drop-off network, offering over 50 refrigerated sample locations. To ensure that we are able to test your water samples accurately, please submit them in appropriate sample containers.
Contact us
If you are looking to add Enterococci testing to your microbiological monitoring programme or require testing as part of a regulatory or incident response, please contact us or call us on 0845 604 6740 today to discuss your sampling requirements or to request a tailored quotation.
