Eurofins Water Hygiene Testing UK Ltd. provides UKAS No. 9658 and 1369 accredited testing for total coliforms across a wide range of water types, supporting water treatment and management professionals in verifying system hygiene and compliance.
Understanding total coliforms
Total coliforms are a key microbiological indicator used to assess the overall sanitary quality of water in drinking, industrial, and environmental systems. While not all coliforms are harmful, their presence can indicate potential contamination from sewage ingress, untreated water, or compromised system hygiene controls. Routine testing for total coliforms plays a vital role in assessing water safety and meeting the requirements of the Private Water Supplies Regulations and the Water Supply (Water Quality) Regulations.
High-quality laboratory testing
Eurofins Water Hygiene Testing UK Ltd. performs UKAS-accredited total coliform testing on groundwater, surface waters, drinking water, process water, and recreational waters.
Using validated culture-based methods, our testing provides accurate detection and enumeration of total coliforms, with typical turnaround times of 24 to 48 hours. This service supports routine monitoring, incident response, and compliance sampling.
Trusted by professionals
Eurofins Water Hygiene Testing UK Ltd. supports a wide range of clients across water treatment, facilities management, building services, and environmental sectors. Whether managing a single asset or a large-scale portfolio, our testing helps maintain system integrity and demonstrates regulatory assurance.
Why choose Eurofins Water Hygiene Testing UK
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UKAS-accredited testing for total coliforms
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Applicable to a wide range of water sources and system types
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Reliable 24–48 hour turnaround times for planned and reactive testing
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Clear, quality-assured reporting with expert interpretation
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Backed by a national refrigerated logistics network ensuring sample integrity and rapid delivery
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 require total coliform testing as part of your water quality monitoring or compliance programme, please contact us or call us on 0845 604 6740. We are committed to helping you maintain clean, safe, and compliant environments.
