If you suspect lead pipes at your property in Bristol, particularly from your home to the property boundary, the responsibility to investigate and upgrade is the homeowners
Lead pipe replacement might sound like a big project but actually, working with L&R Water Services will make the process seamless and stress free. The first thing we need to confirm is if you do have lead pipes. Lead pipes have a dull grey appearance and you can perform a scratch test to see if a shiny silver metal colour is revealed. Your best bet is to get one of the team out to inspect immediately.
Why do I need to replace lead water pipes urgently?
Lead is a toxic metal where accumulation into the body over time can cause severe health risks. Exposure to lead can lead to heart, brain and kidney damage and is particularly dangerous to young children and unborn babies.
Unfortunately, there are a number of homes in Bristol built before 1970 which still contain lead pipes. A project we recently executed in the Hartcliffe area was a property developed mid 1960s so it still had lead pipes. Our advanced detection techniques and experience quickly confirmed that lead pipe replacement had to take place.
How much does lead pipe replacement cost in Bristol?
You will need to work with a WaterSafe Approved installer like us. As we use trenchless techniques to minimise disruption and labour costs it's difficult to give you an exact price. Lead pipe replacement can cost anywhere between £900- £5,000 but this does depend on the length of the pipe run, more material is required for longer distances from the mains supply to the boundary. The type of ground is a factor too as a hard bedrock or presence of tree roots need more time to excavate. We can give you a much better idea of cost after a site survey of your property in Bristol.
How are lead pipes replaced?
The first step would be to remove the outdated lead pipes. The use of trenchless moling is such a time saver when it comes to replacement pipes as they create the minimum amount of excavation. Ideal if we’re working on a driveway or lawn. By creating a small opening above ground, we can install modern MDPE or Medium Density Polyethylene water pipes which have the distinct blue colour. MDPE pipes are safe for drinking water and don’t corrode like lead pipes.
L&R Water Services in Bristol.
L&R Water Services are professional WaterSafe approved engineers working in compliance with regulations to make sure lead pipe replacement is safe. With a successful reputation and excellent customer service, we urge customers to read up on the 5 star Google reviews left by happy clients. Many comments refer to how quickly we work as a team to conduct an initial site survey, diagnose the fault and formulate a plan of action for lead pipe replacement. Contact us immediately if you're concerned about lead pipe replacement in Bristol.
