Water System Drain Down.

Eliminate water damage with our drain down solutions

Any measures put in place will help reduce damage to your property whilst vacant. However, many property owners underestimate the catastrophic effect water damage can have on their vacant properties. From burst pipes to metal theft of pipes, the impact of the water ingress can be significant. This is often not covered by insurance if a system drain down has not been implemented.

VPS Drain down and reinstatement services are a cost effective preventative measure. They include the drain down of all water systems, as well as the switching off of other utilities such as gas and electricity services.

Water system drain down

Eliminate water damage caused by a burst pipe, metal pipe theft or act of ill will by draining down all water systems. In addition, a system drain down removes the opportunity for the potentially fatal Legionella bacteria. This can grow in stagnant unused water reservoirs within the system. As added security, when the system is entirely devoid of water VPS installs its PacLock. A simple device unique to VPS which fits over the stopcock and is fastened with a padlock. Preventing the water supply being turned back on by unauthorised personnel.

Utility turn off

Whilst at your property, and where feasible, VPS can also ensure all other services such as gas and electricity are turned off, reducing the risk of gas leaks and potential fire threats. In addition, we will take meter readings to ensure no discrepancy with previous tenants.

Reinstatement of services

When the services are required to be reinstated our multi-skilled experts are on hand to reinstate your system. If it is a water system, we will do this in accordance with ACOP L8 criteria. We can also organise the reinstatement of gas and electricity services.

Reducing the risk of Legionella

VPS understands the widespread damage a Legionella outbreak can cause. Negative PR can result in a loss of revenue, and where a fatality results, corporate manslaughter charges may be faced. VPS recommends that clients adhere to the ACOP L8 criteria (as enforced under the Health & Safety at Work Act) and chlorinate all systems on refilling to ensure that the system is clean and safe for consumption and use.