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Choose the number of samples you need. We’ll dispatch the kit with the bottles, paperwork and return process included.
UKAS-accredited laboratory testing
Legionella Water Sampling Kit
Legionella Water Sampling Kit
Professional Legionella water sampling without arranging an engineer visit.
Support your water hygiene records with UKAS-accredited laboratory testing. Order the kit online, take the sample yourself, return it using the prepaid process, and receive your report by email.
UKAS-accredited analysisProfessional laboratory testing for Legionella in water systems.
Compliance-ready reportClear report suitable for water hygiene monitoring records.
No engineer visit neededA practical option for routine sampling where the sample point is known.
Prepaid return includedReturn process included so the sample can be sent back to the laboratory.
Regular price
£79.00 GBP
Regular price
Sale price
£79.00 GBP
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Which sample size should I choose?
1 sample
Single outlet or simple check.
Single outlet or simple check.
2 samples
Common choice for hot and cold outlets.
Common choice for hot and cold outlets.
4 samples
Small site or multiple outlets.
Small site or multiple outlets.
6 samples
Larger site or follow-up sampling.
Larger site or follow-up sampling.
Quantity
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Legionella water sampling kit for hot and cold water systems. UKAS accredited laboratory testing with fast results and prepaid return included.
Simple three-step process
How the sampling kit works
Everything is set up to make routine Legionella sampling straightforward, traceable and easy to return.
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Take the sample
Use the supplied instructions to collect the water sample from the correct outlet and complete the chain of custody details.
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Return for testing
Send the sample back using the prepaid return process. Your laboratory report is then issued by email once analysis is complete.
What’s included
Everything needed to collect and return your sample
A professional self-sampling kit designed for organisations that need clear water hygiene monitoring records.
Sample bottle
Sterile, laboratory-supplied bottle prepared for the required water test.
Clear instructions
Step-by-step guidance explaining how to take the sample correctly.
Chain of custody
Documentation to keep the sample traceable from collection through to analysis.
Return process
Prepaid return process included so the sample can be sent back quickly and securely.
Compliance made simple
Designed to support your water hygiene records
This kit does not replace a Legionella Risk Assessment, but it is a practical way to support routine monitoring where your sample point is known. It keeps the process clear, documented and easy to evidence.
- UKAS-accredited laboratory analysis
- Compliance-ready report by email
- Prepaid return process included
- Suitable for routine monitoring and follow-up checks
Frequently Asked Questions
What tests are included?
This kit tests for Legionella bacteria in water systems using UKAS-accredited laboratory culture methods. Results are provided in a compliance-ready report suitable for water hygiene monitoring records.
What does the kit include?
Sterile pre-labelled sample bottle
Step-by-step sampling instructions
Chain of custody documentation
Prepaid return packaging
UKAS-accredited laboratory analysis
How long do results take?
Legionella testing requires laboratory incubation to allow any bacteria present to grow and be identified.
Results are typically issued around 13 days from receipt of the samples at the laboratory and are provided by email as a compliance-ready report.
Is this suitable for all water systems?
This service is suitable for routine monitoring where the customer knows where the sample should be taken. Complex or high-risk systems may require professional water hygiene advice.
Does this replace a Legionella Risk Assessment?
No. This service does not replace a Legionella Risk Assessment. It supports routine sampling and water hygiene monitoring records.
Who takes responsibility for the sample?
This is a self-sampling service. The customer is responsible for taking the sample in accordance with the provided instructions.
What happens if a result is positive?
If Legionella is detected, the laboratory report will confirm the level detected. Your Responsible Person or water hygiene provider can then review the results and determine appropriate control measures.
Are prices inclusive of VAT?
No. All prices exclude VAT. VAT is calculated and added at checkout. A VAT invoice is provided for all orders.
What happens if the sample is taken incorrectly?
As this is a self-sampling service, Focus On Testing Ltd cannot be responsible for sample quality or handling once the kit has been provided. Please follow the instructions carefully to help ensure valid results.