Discover the unseen risks and why attic water tank cleaning is essential for your home.
If you’ve never had your water tank inspected or cleaned, you’re not alone. Many homeowners assume that because the water looks clean from the tap, everything behind the scenes must be fine. But what you don’t see can absolutely affect your water quality – and your family’s health.
What’s Actually in Your Water Tank?
Over time, sediment, debris, and biofilm can collect at the bottom of your cold water storage tank. This can be made worse by old pipework, limescale, or corrosion. If your house is more than 10 years old, or if you’ve never had the system checked, chances are your tank has never been properly cleaned.
These conditions are ideal for bacterial growth, including Legionella and other harmful pathogens – especially if the water is sitting stagnant for long periods.
Gaps, Cracks and Unwanted Visitors
You might be shocked to learn how often we find rodents, birds, or insects in domestic attic tanks. Even a small crack in the lid or side wall is enough for mice or insects to enter and contaminate the water inside. Animal droppings, nesting material, and decaying matter can all introduce harmful bacteria – and the problem often goes undetected for years.
Poor Flow Means Stagnation
Inlet and outlet pipes that aren’t properly aligned can lead to parts of your tank becoming dead zones where water doesn’t circulate. This stagnant water is a hotspot for bacteria and mould. Unlike your kitchen or bathroom, no one looks in the attic every day. These silent risks build up gradually – until there’s a serious issue.
Warning Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore:
- A musty or earthy smell from your cold water taps
- Discoloured water or flecks of sediment
- Unexplained skin irritation or illness in the home
- Water tanks that look visibly dirty or corroded
- You’ve lived in the property for years – and never cleaned the tank
Peace of Mind Starts With a Clean Tank
Professional cleaning isn’t just about water clarity – it’s about ensuring the water you and your family drink, bathe in, and cook with is free from hidden dangers. InDepth Water Management offers full domestic water tank inspections and cleans using safe, efficient, and non-invasive methods.
We’ll inspect the tank structure, check for contamination, remove all sediment, and disinfect the system. You’ll receive a full report, and the confidence of knowing your household water is in safe hands.
