Replacing outdoor lead pipework must be carried out by a WaterSafe Approved contractor if the pipework falls under the homeowners property boundary.
Lead water pipes are linked to severe health concerns such as kidney failure so if worried about lead pipes at your property in Yeovil, immediate action must be taken for outdoor lead pipework replacement. Average costs for replacing lead pipes is between £1,300 and £3,500 and homeowners don’t need to be too concerned about damaged front gardens or piles of soil on their doorstep. L&R Water Services conduct outdoor lead pipework replacement all the time and use trenchless moling techniques to minimise disruption, giving customers a cost effective solution.
How do I know if I need outdoor lead pipework replacement?
The age of the property is an indicator as homes built prior to 1970 may have a network of lead pipes. Lead pipes often supply water from outside the property to the kitchen or downstairs sink so you might notice sediments or unexplained health issues. Lead traces in drinking water are known to cause irreversible neurological damage in children and cardiovascular issues in adults. Often homeowners find their property has lead pipes when informed by a plumber. That's exactly what happened to a family on Home Drive, Yeovil. They had arranged a plumber to carry out a downstairs toilet upgrade as they had recently moved into the 1930’s 4 bed. The plumber informed the homeowners of incoming pipes made of lead and recommended our services. The plumber is an acquaintance of L&R Water Services so had first hand knowledge of how efficient we were at replacement work.
What happens during outdoor lead pipework replacement?
Once lead pipes have been confirmed, strict guidelines must be followed to make sure replacement work meets water regulations. Contractors and homeowners prefer a trenchless or moling method rather than digging up the driveway or front lawn to pull out the old lead pipe. Moling involves creating two underground openings for a compressed air pneumatic “mole” to create a new tunnel, making way for compliant MDPE pipes which have the distinct blue colour associated with water pipes. The moling method is much faster which is why the parents at Home Drive were eager to move ahead with the project. After their own research, they were mindful of the harmful effects of lead exposure and wanted the lead pipes removed immediately, preventing any harm to their own children.
Why choose L&R Water Services to replace outdoor lead pipework?
As WIAPS approved, we can self certify outdoor lead pipework replacement, confirming work carried out by competent and professional installers. Referrals and reviews are crucial to our business and the services we provide, as was the case with the family at Home Drive in Yeovil. The plumber they were working with knew we were the perfect candidate to replace the lead pipes. We even liaised with the local water board to get the project moving quickly.
Outdoor lead pipework replacement might sound daunting but if you’re Yeovil based, L&R Water Services are experienced and approved installers. Call us on 01172 032 389
