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  • Hughes Heating Logo

    Hughes Heating

    10.00

    (193 reviews)

    Operates in Brightlingsea

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

    Speedy Fix Services

    9.62

    (164 reviews)

    Operates in Brightlingsea

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Bathroom & Kitchen Plumbing
    Emergency Plumber Service
    Water Pumps Repair
    Call
  • T&H Plumbing Logo

    T&H Plumbing

    9.98

    (14 reviews)

    Operates in Brightlingsea

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

    Plumbing & Heating services

    9.89

    (101 reviews)

    Operates in Brightlingsea

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Emergency Plumber Service
    Blocked Sinks
    Blocked Toilets
    Call
  • Rushmere Plumbing & Heating Ltd Logo

    Rushmere Plumbing & Heating Ltd

    10.00

    (36 reviews)

    Operates in Brightlingsea

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Water Leak Detection
    Plumbing Repairs
    Water Pumps Repair
    Call
  • SJS Plumbing Logo

    SJS Plumbing

    9.78

    (24 reviews)

    Operates in Brightlingsea

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Radiator Thermostat Valve Repair
    Bathroom & Kitchen Plumbing
    Pipe Fitter
    Call
  • Gold wrench property services Logo

    Gold wrench property services

    10.00

    (4 reviews)

    Operates in Brightlingsea

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Radiator Installation
    Radiator Repair
    Bathroom & Kitchen Plumbing
    Call
  • Bain Plumbing & Heating Logo

    Bain Plumbing & Heating

    9.92

    (19 reviews)

    Operates in Brightlingsea

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Power Flushing
    Shower Repair
    General Plumbing
    Call
  • CJ Plumbing & Heating Ltd Logo

    CJ Plumbing & Heating Ltd

    9.51

    (749 reviews)

    Operates in Brightlingsea

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

    Jackson Plumbing & Heating

    9.46

    (723 reviews)

    Operates in Brightlingsea

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Shower Installation
    Water Supply Pipe Repairs
    Tap Repair
    Call
  • Downes To Earth Plumbing & Heating Ltd Logo

    Downes To Earth Plumbing & Heating Ltd

    9.94

    (11 reviews)

    Operates in Brightlingsea

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    General Plumbing
    Water Pumps Installation
    Emergency Plumber Service
    Call

  • CJPR Plumbing

    9.93

    (25 reviews)

    Operates in Brightlingsea

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Water Leak Detection
    Blocked Baths
    Shower Installation
    Call

Water mains specialists in Brightlingsea

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

Water main replacement and moling in Brightlingsea

A water main replacement in Brightlingsea 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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