Supporting Safer Care Homes with Expert Water Hygiene & Plumbing Services

At GMS Services Ltd, we understand that maintaining safe and compliant water systems in care homes isn’t just about meeting regulations—it’s about protecting lives. Vulnerable residents, including the elderly and those with underlying health conditions, are at a higher risk of waterborne illnesses like Legionnaires’ disease, Pseudomonas, and Nontuberculous Mycobacteria (NTM). That’s why we provide specialist water hygiene and plumbing services tailored to the unique needs of the care sector.

Comprehensive Water Hygiene Services

We offer a full suite of Legionella risk management services to keep your care home compliant with HSG274, ACoP L8, HTM 04-01, and CQC requirements. Our services include:

  • Legionella Risk Assessments in line with BS8580-1
  • Water sampling and laboratory analysis for Legionella, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and NTM
  • Routine monitoring and temperature profiling
  • Bespoke remote monitoring for all environments
  • Tank inspections and clean/disinfections
  • Thermostatic Mixing Valve (TMV) servicing
  • Remedial works and compliance upgrades

Every solution is tailored to your facility’s risk profile and operational needs, with minimal disruption to your residents.

Specialist Plumbing for Care Home Compliance

Our plumbing engineers are trained to work safely and discreetly in sensitive care environments. Whether it’s correcting dead legs, replacing non-compliant fittings, or installing water-saving devices, we focus on long-term reliability and safety. Services include:

  • Installation cold water storage tanks and booster pumps.
  • Dead leg removal and pipework reconfiguration
  • TMV upgrades and showerhead replacements
  • Reactive disinfections and planned maintenance

All plumbing work aligns with the latest water regulations and infection control standards, ensuring both safety and sustainability.

Trusted by Care Providers Nationwide

We work with independent care homes, large providers, and NHS-affiliated facilities across the UK. With over 28 years’ experience and a specialist team of Legionella consultants, plumbing engineers, and compliance officers, GMS is the trusted partner for ensuring water safety in care.

Training and Support

We don’t just deliver services—we empower your teams. From duty holder awareness sessions to on-site flushing logs and bespoke written schemes, we provide ongoing guidance to help you stay ahead of compliance and inspection expectations.


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Let GMS help you safeguard your residents with professional, reliable water hygiene and plumbing services.

Unit E, Sovereign Business Park, Wigan, WN1 3AP
01257 424459
info@gmsservicesltd.co.uk

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