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BREEAM Water Leak Detection Solutions

See how S&S Liquid Controls can support WAT 02/03 BREEAM requirements with our products.

What is BREEAM?

Water efficiency and leak prevention remain key considerations within BREEAM, helping project teams reduce water consumption, minimise waste, and protect buildings from the impact of leaks.

Integration of water monitoring and leak detection systems can support BREEAM objectives while delivering long-term operational benefits for building owners and occupiers.

S&S Liquid Controls provides specialist water monitoring, leak detection, and leak prevention solutions designed to improve water management, identify abnormal usage, and detect leaks before they result in costly damage or water loss.

Our solutions are regularly specified across commercial offices, healthcare facilities, educational buildings, hotels, residential developments, data centres, and mixed-use projects.

The sections below outline how S&S Liquid Controls solutions can support key BREEAM water credits relating to water monitoring and leak detection.

Our systems can support BREEAM requirements by:

  • Monitoring water consumption and identifying unusual usage patterns
  • Detecting leaks before they become costly incidents
  • Helping reduce unnecessary water wastage
  • Protecting critical building infrastructure and assets
  • Providing alarm notifications and automated responses where required
  • Integrating with Building Management Systems (BMS) for enhanced monitoring and reporting

Whether you’re designing a new development, refurbishing an existing building, or looking to improve the performance of an operational facility, our team can help specify the right solution for your project.

BREEAM WAT02

WAT02 encourages the monitoring of water consumption throughout a building to help improve water efficiency and reduce unnecessary waste. By providing clear visibility of water usage, building operators can identify abnormal consumption patterns, investigate potential issues, and make informed decisions to improve overall water management.

Effective water monitoring not only supports sustainability objectives but can also help reduce operating costs and provide valuable insight into how a building performs over time.

BREEAM WAT03 Major Water Leak Detection

WAT03 aims to reduce the risk of water loss and property damage caused by leaks within a building. The credit encourages the use of systems that can identify leaks quickly and help prevent unnecessary water wastage, supporting both sustainability objectives and long-term building performance.

For the first credit:

This credit focuses on the early detection of significant water leaks within a building. By monitoring the incoming water supply and identifying abnormal flow conditions, leak detection systems can provide an early warning of potential issues before they result in excessive water loss or costly damage.

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For the second credit:

This credit focuses on reducing the risk of leaks in areas where water is used regularly, such as washrooms, kitchens, and staff welfare facilities. Automatic shut-off and leak prevention systems help minimise water wastage by isolating supplies when areas are unoccupied or when abnormal usage is detected.

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BREEAM WAT07

WAT07 focuses on reducing water waste and minimising the risk of damage caused by undetected leaks. The credit encourages the use of leak detection systems that can identify abnormal water usage, provide early warning of leaks, and help building operators respond quickly when issues arise.

Effective leak detection not only helps conserve water but can also reduce repair costs, protect valuable assets, and improve the overall resilience of a building.