Building and Developing
Lead replacement scheme
Water's wonderful so don't let lead stop you enjoying it. If your home was built before 1970, take a moment to check for lead pipes.
It's quick, easy and could be one of the most important things you do.
If you live in a property that was built before 1970, there's a good chance there could be a lead water pipe in your home. Lead that gets into your water as it passes through these pipes can be harmful to the body.
Don't worry though, we're here to help. Follow these steps or watch the video to make sure your water stays wonderful.
- Find where the mains water pipe enters your property - it’s usually under your kitchen sink, in the downstairs toilet or under the stairs.
- Scrape the pipe gently with a coin. If you see a shiny, silver-coloured metal underneath you’ll know it’s a lead pipe.
You’re responsible for all pipes on your property - including internal pipes and the underground supply pipe that connects your home to the public water mains. So if you want to get them replaced please refer to our list of approved WaterMark plumbers in your area, When searching, please select the ‘Underground work’ option to find a plumber who can help.
We recommend getting at least three quotes before agreeing to any work being started.
Need help?
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