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  • S&S Plumbing and Heating Services Logo

    S&S Plumbing and Heating Services

    9.67

    (22 reviews)

    Operates in Ashton-under-Lyne

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Plumbing Repairs
    Radiator Installation
    Thermal Dynamics
    Call
  • EM Plumbing & Heating Logo

    EM Plumbing & Heating

    9.98

    (197 reviews)

    Operates in Ashton-under-Lyne

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Tap Repair
    Radiator Repair
    Shower Repair
    Call
  • JTS Heating Solutions Ltd Logo

    JTS Heating Solutions Ltd

    9.84

    (224 reviews)

    Operates in Ashton-under-Lyne

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Radiator Installation
    Tap Repair
    Radiator Repair
    Call
  • Plumbing_Northwest1 Logo

    Plumbing_Northwest1

    9.93

    (65 reviews)

    Operates in Ashton-under-Lyne

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Blocked Baths
    Bathroom & Kitchen Plumbing
    Plumbing Merchants
    Call
  • JC Plumbing Services Logo

    JC Plumbing Services

    9.89

    (31 reviews)

    Operates in Ashton-under-Lyne

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Plumbing Repairs
    Underfloor Heating Installation
    Water Pumps Installation
    Call
  • JR PLUMB Logo

    JR PLUMB

    9.65

    (298 reviews)

    Operates in Ashton-under-Lyne

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Power Flushing
    Shower Installation
    Thermal Dynamics
    Call
  • KA MAINTENANCE LTD Logo

    KA MAINTENANCE LTD

    9.55

    (86 reviews)

    Operates in Ashton-under-Lyne

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Radiator Installation
    Blocked Toilets
    Water Leak Detection
    Call
  • Precision Multi Trade Services Logo

    Precision Multi Trade Services

    9.88

    (106 reviews)

    Operates in Ashton-under-Lyne

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Plumbing Repairs
    Emergency Plumber Service
    Radiator Thermostat Valve Installation
    Call
  • Smartfix Property Maintainance Ltd Logo

    Smartfix Property Maintainance Ltd

    9.59

    (218 reviews)

    Operates in Ashton-under-Lyne

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Radiator Installation
    Emergency Plumber Service
    Pipe Fitter
    Call
  • Kingston Plumbing & Gas Services Logo

    Kingston Plumbing & Gas Services

    9.82

    (13 reviews)

    Operates in Ashton-under-Lyne

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Blocked Toilets
    Blocked Sinks
    Tap Repair
    Call
  • JC Plumbing Services Logo

    JC Plumbing Services

    9.95

    (30 reviews)

    Operates in Ashton-under-Lyne

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Blocked Sinks
    Pipe Fitter
    Water Pumps Installation
    Call
  • TNS Plumbing and Heating Logo

    TNS Plumbing and Heating

    10.00

    (105 reviews)

    Operates in Ashton-under-Lyne

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Water Supply Pipe Repairs
    Radiator Installation
    Radiator Repair
    Call

Water mains specialists in Ashton-under-lyne

If you need a water mains specialist in Ashton-under-lyne, 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 Ashton-under-lyne can recommend the most efficient and cost-effective approach for your property.

Water main replacement and moling in Ashton-under-lyne

A water main replacement in Ashton-under-lyne 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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