You might be considering supply separation if the water pressure or flow rate at your property frequently drops. This is typical of multiple houses supplied by one water pipe.
L&R Water Services are frequently called out for supply separation work where neighbours have had a dispute regarding a leak on a common shared pipe. By creating a dedicated water supply to your own property, you can gain full control over future repair work and maintenance. You can also be confident that usage is accurate if a meter is used so you only end up paying for water your household uses and not your neighbours.
What is supply separation?
Supply separation involves separating a single water pipe, known as the supply pipe, which supplies a number of properties. Old terraced houses tend to have water supplied in this manner. This can be problematic as you would hold joint responsibility, even if the part of the pipework doesn't sit within your land. Supply separation will provide an individual property with its own independent water supply. L&R Water Services will make sure you’re disconnected as close to the meeting point where your new pipework joins the shared supply. This way, there won’t be any knock on effect or disruption to your neighbors water quality.
Why should I consider supply separation for my property in Yeovil?
You might find that you’re paying far too much on your water bill if you’re on a shared supply. We were called to a business on Bond Street where the property had been converted into a business below and a flat above. The business had low water usage and were baffled when receiving higher water bills. After investigations by our experienced team, we found the property was on a shared water supply and the business owners were paying for the whole household's water consumption.
Other benefits include ensuring you are not liable if any pipe work needs replacing if damaged or if it turns out that they are made of lead.
Who can carry out supply separation?
A WaterSafe approved installer like L&R Water Services should be used when considering supply separation. Our role involves installing a new independent supply pipe from your home to the boundary as well as disconnecting the shared supply with your neighbours. The local water company will manage the connection from the mains water via a communication pipe but we’re on hand to provide an efficient and speedy separation solution.
Why work with L&R Water Services?
We are a local team and have worked across areas in Bristol, Yeovil and Ilminster so we have acquired a wealth of knowledge. The team work on new build projects as well as pipe replacement work on older Victorian properties. We offer a professional water service you can rely on with minimal disruption to your home.
Contact L&R Water Services if you’re facing problems like low pressure, inconsistent flow, or problems with your neighbours over shared pipe issues
