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Water Supply Pipe Renewals Scotland
 

Professional Water Supply Pipe Renewal Services in Scotland

If you suspect that the water supply pipe on your property may need repairing or replacing, the ScotWater team is ready to help find the right solution for you. You may have noticed a leak, experienced low water flow or pressure, or you may be renovating and decide it's time to replace the old lead water supply pipe. 


Low Water Flow or Pressure

The flow of water into your property is influenced by the condition of your private water supply pipe. If this pipe is in poor condition, it may restrict the water volume it carries, reducing the flow to your taps. Factors that can impact this include:
 

• The diameter of the water supply pipe

• Corrosion within the water supply pipe and on appliances, particularly in iron water supply pipe, which can significantly reduce the internal diameter due to extensive corrosion

• The demand for water in your home at certain times

• The length of the water supply pipe

• Any leaks on your water supply pipe

• The pressure in the water main

• The number and type of fittings along the water supply pipe, such as ferrules, stop taps, meters, and bends

• Any inconsistencies in the water supply pipe, such as a partly shut stop tap, grit obstructing a ferrule or meter, damage, or internal corrosion.

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Replacing the water supply pipe could improve the poor flow. To discuss your current flow problems and get a free quote for replacement, please call us on 0131 381 7770 or email us at hello@scotwater.co.uk.

Lead Water Supply Pipes
 

If your house was built before 1970 and hasn't been modernised, there's a good chance your water supply pipe may be made of lead.

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For homes with lead water supply pipes, it's advisable to run the cold tap for a few moments before using the water to drink. This helps flush out any water that has settled in the water supply pipe, particularly if it has been standing for a long time, such as overnight or during a holiday, when the concentration of lead can increase. Flushing the water supply pipe reduces the lead concentration in the water you consume.

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It is important not to drink water from the hot tap, as the concentration of lead tends to be higher. This is because hot water dissolves lead more effectively than cold water.

Water companies conduct regular checks to ensure that the water supply complies with government regulations. According to The Water Supply (Water Quality) Regulations 2016, the maximum allowable concentration of lead per litre is 10 micrograms however lead is a common toxic metal with no safe level of consumption. It is a totally preventable poison.

If you are concerned that the lead concentration in your water may exceed this limit, or if you simply wish to modernise your property, replacing your lead water supply pipe could be a wise decision.

 

Renovating your property?
 

Renovating makes for a good opportunity for water supply pipe replacement. If you are renovating an area of your home, this is the ideal time to inspect any newly exposed plumbing for signs of wear or damage.

Replacing your old water supply pipe when areas are already exposed for other work can save you money in the long run, as it eliminates the need to re-expose the pipe for future repairs.

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This is particularly crucial if you are redoing your driveway—replacing your water supply pipe at the same time will prevent the inconvenience of having to disrupt your new driveway later to access the pipework.

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ScotWater can carry out water supply pipe renewals across Scotland and provide you with a free quotation for the renewal. To get a free quote for your water supply pipe renewals, please call us on 0131 381 7770 or email hello@scotwater.co.uk to schedule a free consultation and learn how we can help with your water main needs.