Quick answer: what to do if your business loses water
If your business has no water, emergency water supply companies can deliver potable or non-potable water via tankers, bowsers, or temporary tanks – often within hours.
However, many businesses still cannot operate without compliant sanitation, handwashing, and welfare facilities. In practice, emergency water supply and emergency welfare provision often need to run in parallel to avoid shutdowns.
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Emergency water is only part of the problem
euroloo is not an emergency water supply company.
Our role during water outages is to help organisations remain operational and compliant while water issues are resolved,
by coordinating emergency sanitation, handwashing, and welfare facilities and ongoing servicing – often alongside specialist water supply providers.
In real-world outage scenarios, emergency water can arrive on site, but businesses may still be forced to close due to the absence of compliant welfare provision.
euroloo operates in this gap: supporting business continuity while utilities and water specialists focus on restoration.
What is an emergency water supply company?
Emergency water supply companies specialise in the rapid provision of temporary water solutions when normal mains supply is unavailable.
- Potable water tankers for drinking and hygiene
- Non-potable water supply for flushing or industrial use
- Static tanks and mobile bowsers
- Temporary pipework and standpipes
- Short-term and extended outage support
They are commonly used by commercial and industrial sites, retail parks, logistics hubs, construction and infrastructure projects, and facilities teams.
When businesses typically need emergency water
- Burst or damaged water mains
- Contamination incidents or boil-water notices
- Infrastructure or plant failure
- Planned works that overrun
- Emergency service intervention
In each scenario, time is critical – not just for water delivery, but for maintaining legal and operational compliance.
Emergency water supply companies active in business & infrastructure outages
The organisations listed below are active in emergency and temporary water supply for businesses, infrastructure projects, and commercial sites.
They are included for market awareness and practical reference based on visibility and activity in the emergency response space.
Inclusion does not imply a formal partnership or commercial relationship unless explicitly stated.
Market operators (listed in practical order)
1) Aqua Direct
Potable and non-potable water solutions for commercial, construction, and infrastructure settings.
2) Water Direct
Emergency water logistics, including tankers, bowsers, and temporary supply infrastructure.
4) Greens H2O
Temporary water systems for industrial, utility, and infrastructure-led outages.
Why water supply alone often isn’t enough
A common misconception during outages is that receiving emergency water automatically allows a business to reopen.
In reality, emergency water delivery may not resolve welfare and compliance requirements.
- Emergency water does not automatically provide compliant sanitation facilities
- Handwashing arrangements may remain non-compliant
- Staff welfare obligations continue during outages
- Environmental health considerations may still be enforceable
For many workplaces, the absence of compliant welfare provision – not water itself – becomes the decisive constraint on remaining operational.
Emergency water vs emergency welfare: a practical comparison
| Requirement | Emergency water supply | Emergency welfare & sanitation |
|---|---|---|
| Drinking / hygiene water | Yes (potable options) | Supported via servicing and site setup |
| Handwashing | Limited / depends on setup | Yes (compliant provision) |
| Sanitation | No | Yes |
| Compliance coverage | Partial | Broader coverage |
| Speed of deployment | Often within hours | Often same day |
Integrated emergency planning for businesses
Effective emergency response planning rarely relies on a single supplier. It relies on coordination.
In practice, this typically means:
- Water specialists restoring temporary water supply
- Welfare and sanitation provision keeping sites operational and compliant
- Clear communication to staff, contractors, and stakeholders
- Reducing unnecessary shutdown time while repairs are carried out
If your organisation operates sites where downtime is costly (retail, logistics, construction, manufacturing, large commercial estates),
emergency water and welfare planning should form part of wider business continuity planning.
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FAQs
How fast can emergency water be delivered to a business?
Response time depends on location, access, and whether potable or non-potable supply is required. In urgent cases, delivery can often be arranged within hours,
with temporary tanks or bowsers used to stabilise the situation.
Does emergency water delivery mean a site can reopen?
Not always. Many workplaces still need compliant sanitation and handwashing arrangements. If welfare provision is not in place, sites may still be unable to operate.
What is the difference between potable and non-potable emergency water?
Potable water is suitable for drinking and hygiene. Non-potable water is generally used for flushing or industrial purposes and is not suitable for consumption.
What should a facilities team plan for in advance?
A simple continuity plan typically covers: emergency water contacts, welfare and sanitation provisioning, site access instructions, escalation contacts,
and clear staff messaging for temporary operational changes.
