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  • Metro Plumb North East Logo

    Metro Plumb North East

    10.00

    (6 reviews)

    Operates in Thornaby-on-Tees

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Water Pumps Installation
    Water Supply Pipe Repairs
    Water Leak Detection
    Call
  • Kurek Utilities and Construction Limited Logo

    Kurek Utilities and Construction Limited

    9.93

    (26 reviews)

    Operates in Thornaby-on-Tees

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Water Supply Pipe Repairs
    Call
  • Matthews Heating and Plumbing Logo

    Matthews Heating and Plumbing

    9.60

    (44 reviews)

    Operates in Thornaby-on-Tees

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Water Pumps Repair
    Shower Installation
    Shower Repair
    Call
  • Dave McNamee Plumbing Logo

    Dave McNamee Plumbing

    9.82

    (137 reviews)

    Operates in Thornaby-on-Tees

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Water Supply Pipe Repairs
    Radiator Repair
    Water Leak Detection
    Call
  • JAL Plumbing And Heating Logo

    JAL Plumbing And Heating

    9.83

    (73 reviews)

    Operates in Thornaby-on-Tees

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Shower Installation
    Tap Repair
    Plumbing Repairs
    Call
  • Elite Bathrooms, Boilers & Kitchens Logo

    Elite Bathrooms, Boilers & Kitchens

    9.87

    (436 reviews)

    Operates in Thornaby-on-Tees

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Water Leak Detection
    Shower Installation
    Emergency Plumber Service
    Call
  • C.B Plumbing & Heating Logo

    C.B Plumbing & Heating

    10.00

    (2 reviews)

    Operates in Thornaby-on-Tees

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Emergency Plumber Service
    Radiator Thermostat Valve Installation
    Underfloor Heating Repair
    Call
  • The Leak Doctor NE Logo

    The Leak Doctor NE

    9.69

    (67 reviews)

    Operates in Thornaby-on-Tees

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Pipe Fitter
    Radiator Thermostat Valve Repair
    Water Pumps Repair
    Call
  • A I Plumbing & Heating Services Logo

    A I Plumbing & Heating Services

    10.00

    (13 reviews)

    Operates in Thornaby-on-Tees

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Shower Repair
    Water Pumps Repair
    Underfloor Heating Installation
    Call
  • PWR Property Services Ltd Logo

    PWR Property Services Ltd

    9.89

    (42 reviews)

    Operates in Thornaby-on-Tees

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    General Plumbing
    Water Pumps Installation
    Plumbing Repairs
    Call
  • KG Plumbing Logo

    KG Plumbing

    9.95

    (7 reviews)

    Operates in Thornaby-on-Tees

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Blocked Sinks
    Blocked Baths
    Radiator Installation
    Call
  • Blackwell Heating & Plumbing Ltd Logo

    Blackwell Heating & Plumbing Ltd

    10.00

    (442 reviews)

    Operates in Thornaby-on-Tees

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Power Flushing
    Water Leak Detection
    Plumbing Merchants
    Call

Water mains specialists in Thornaby-on-tees

If you need a water mains specialist in Thornaby-on-tees, 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 Thornaby-on-tees can recommend the most efficient and cost-effective approach for your property.

Water main replacement and moling in Thornaby-on-tees

A water main replacement in Thornaby-on-tees 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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