Private water supplies

A private water supply is any water source not provided by the public mains network via Scottish Water. In rural areas like Aberdeenshire, these supplies commonly draw from lochs, streams, boreholes, springs, or wells. If you own a private rental property or a short-term holiday let serviced by a private supply, you carry unique legal responsibilities to ensure that the water is clean and safe. Having previously spent four years assisting with the management of multiple priva