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    FASTFIX LONDON Ltd

    9.47

    (364 reviews)

    Operates in Islington

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Radiator Repair
    Water Pumps Repair
    Pipe Fitter
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    Hackney plumb-it

    9.84

    (41 reviews)

    Operates in Islington

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Thermal Dynamics
    Bathroom & Kitchen Plumbing
    Plumbing Repairs
    Call
  • Rendeliuk Ltd Logo

    Rendeliuk Ltd

    9.66

    (259 reviews)

    Operates in Islington

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Water Leak Detection
    Tap Repair
    Blocked Baths
    Call
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    FASTFIX LONDON Ltd

    9.47

    (364 reviews)

    Operates in Islington

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Blocked Baths
    General Plumbing
    Power Flushing
    Call

  • D Carlisle Plumbing & Heating Services

    10.00

    (112 reviews)

    Operates in Islington

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Water Supply Pipe Repairs
    Bathroom & Kitchen Plumbing
    General Plumbing
    Call
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    Ion Mirza

    9.94

    (76 reviews)

    Operates in Islington

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Emergency Plumber Service
    Radiator Thermostat Valve Repair
    Shower Installation
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    Absolute Plumbing Limited

    7.92

    (15 reviews)

    Operates in Islington

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Bathroom & Kitchen Plumbing
    Water Pumps Installation
    Plumbing Repairs
    Call
  • 2nd Nature Plumbing & Heating Logo

    2nd Nature Plumbing & Heating

    9.16

    (135 reviews)

    Operates in Islington

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Blocked Toilets
    Plumbing Repairs
    Radiator Installation
    Call
  • J S Plumbing & Heating Installations Limited Logo

    J S Plumbing & Heating Installations Limited

    10.00

    (89 reviews)

    Operates in Islington

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Unvented Hot Water Cylinder Servicing / Repair
    Water Pumps Repair
    Radiator Repair
    Call
  • WaterGuys Ltd Logo

    WaterGuys Ltd

    10.00

    (169 reviews)

    Operates in Islington

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Tap Repair
    Bathroom & Kitchen Plumbing
    Water Pumps Repair
    Call
  • KA Contractors Limited Logo

    KA Contractors Limited

    9.74

    (145 reviews)

    Operates in Islington

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    General Plumbing
    Shower Installation
    Underfloor Heating Repair
    Call
  • Profix Contractors Ltd Logo

    Profix Contractors Ltd

    9.99

    (124 reviews)

    Operates in Islington

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Thermal Dynamics
    Bathroom & Kitchen Plumbing
    Blocked Sinks
    Call

Water mains specialists in Islington

If you need a water mains specialist in Islington, finding a qualified professional is key to solving leaks, bursts, and low-pressure problems safely and efficiently.

From leak detection to full pipe replacement, experts can inspect, repair, or upgrade your supply line using the latest technology — including water main moling for minimal disruption.

Typical services include:

  • Leak detection and pipe tracing
  • Lead pipe replacement and MDPE upgrades
  • Trenchless water main moling installations
  • Full water main replacement
  • New connections and diversions

Replacing old or corroded pipework can improve water pressure, flow, and quality throughout your home.

Specialists in Islington can recommend the most efficient and cost-effective approach for your property.

Water main replacement and moling in Islington

A water main replacement in Islington typically involves isolating the old supply, installing new MDPE pipe, and reconnecting it to the main network.

Many engineers now use moling technology — a trenchless method that allows new pipes to be installed underground with minimal digging.

Moling is ideal if your supply runs beneath driveways, lawns, or patios, reducing reinstatement costs and keeping your property disruption-free.

Water main replacement costs in the UK

The cost of replacing a water main depends on the distance from the boundary to your property, pipe size, and access. Below is a general guide of prices you can expect to pay:

  • Leak detection survey – £150-£400
  • Lead pipe replacement – £600-£1,500
  • Full water main replacement (standard domestic property) – £1,000-£2,500+
  • Water main moling installation – £1,200-£3,000+

If the route passes under hard surfaces or shared access areas, additional reinstatement fees may apply.

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