Why Checking Your Water Temperatures Is Essential in Luxury Apartments

Blue might be our brand colour – but when it comes to your water, it’s temperature that matters most. 

In London’s finest apartments, comfort is everything. Hidden behind sleek finishes and designer fittings lies an intricate water system – one that must be regularly checked to ensure both luxury and safety. One small oversight can mean discomfort, wasted energy, or even risk to your health. 

🔥 1. Legionella – A Hidden Health Risk 

Water systems that sit idle or are improperly maintained can become breeding grounds for Legionella bacteria. This bacteria thrives in water between 20°C and 45°C. If your hot water isn’t reaching at least 50°C at the tap within a minute, the system could be at risk. 

In luxury apartments with large cylinders, underfloor heating loops, and long pipe runs, the risk increases if temperatures aren’t carefully balanced and monitored. 

👉 Our advice: As part of our maintenance visits, we test outlet temperatures and check that water is stored and distributed at safe, compliant levels. 

💡 2. Efficient = Elegant 

Luxury isn’t just about aesthetics – it’s about performance. If your hot water system is underperforming, you’re: 

• Waiting longer for warm water 

• Using more energy to compensate 

• Likely dealing with incorrect actuator or valve settings 

In properties with HIUs (Heating Interface Units) or communal plant rooms, ensuring valves are operating correctly is crucial. A valve stuck partially open can waste heat energy 24/7 – silently inflating your bills without you knowing. 

🛠️ 3. Modern Systems Need Modern Attention 

Today’s high-end apartments often feature complex systems like: 

• Smart digital mixers 

• HIUs with thermostatic control 

• Secondary return loops 

These systems deliver instant comfort – but only if regularly calibrated. Just because hot water is flowing doesn’t mean it’s doing so safely or efficiently. 

🧖‍♂️ 4. Cold Water Should Be Cold 

Cold outlets should remain below 20°C. If your cold taps are running warm, it could indicate: 

• Pipework running too close to hot pipes 

• Lack of insulation 

• Poor circulation or stagnation 

Warm “cold” water isn’t just unpleasant – it can also indicate bacterial growth and compromised system design. 

🧼 It’s Not Just for Show 

That beautiful brushed brass tap? It’s only as good as the water coming through it. 

Whether you live in the apartment year-round or just part-time, checking temperatures is a non-negotiable part of keeping your home safe, efficient, and luxurious. 

🔎 Ready to check? 

We include water temperature checks in all MaintainMyHome service visits. Every test is logged, every outlet verified. Because when it comes to your comfort and safety, we don’t cut corners – we check them. 

Call our team on 02 0369 50901 or email sales@maintainmyhome.uk The only maintenance company exclusively focussed on luxury London apartments.