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    McConnell utilities Logo

    McConnell utilities

    9.95

    (115 reviews)

    Operates in Kent

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Pipe Fitter
    Emergency Plumber Service
    Water Leak Detection
    Call
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    BlueLine Plumbing

    7.33

    (9 reviews)

    Operates in Kent

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Plumbing Repairs
    Shower Repair
    Blocked Sinks
    Call
  • Priority Plumbing And Heating Logo

    Priority Plumbing And Heating

    9.90

    (1676 reviews)

    Operates in Kent

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Water Pumps Installation
    Radiator Thermostat Valve Repair
    Underfloor Heating Installation
    Call
  • Polish Local Plumber Ltd Logo

    Polish Local Plumber Ltd

    9.72

    (64 reviews)

    Operates in Kent

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Blocked Baths
    Radiator Installation
    Radiator Thermostat Valve Repair
    Call
  • Young & Pike Design Studio Ltd Logo

    Young & Pike Design Studio Ltd

    10.00

    (2 reviews)

    Operates in Kent

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Water Pumps Repair
    Radiator Thermostat Valve Installation
    Blocked Toilets
    Call
  • FASTFIX LONDON Ltd Logo

    FASTFIX LONDON Ltd

    9.52

    (405 reviews)

    Operates in Kent

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Water Leak Detection
    Water Supply Pipe Repairs
    Blocked Toilets
    Call
  • DIA Plumbing & Heating Logo

    DIA Plumbing & Heating

    9.79

    (509 reviews)

    Operates in Kent

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Blocked Toilets
    Radiator Repair
    Blocked Sinks
    Call
  • McConnell utilities Logo

    McConnell utilities

    9.95

    (115 reviews)

    Operates in Kent

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Pipe Fitter
    Water Supply Pipe Repairs
    Emergency Plumber Service
    Call
  • City Fix Plumbing And Heating LTD Logo

    City Fix Plumbing And Heating LTD

    9.95

    (14 reviews)

    Operates in Kent

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Bathroom & Kitchen Plumbing
    Blocked Toilets
    Water Leak Detection
    Call
  • Kent Gas Boiler Services Limited Logo

    Kent Gas Boiler Services Limited

    9.97

    (225 reviews)

    Operates in Kent

    Services & skills
    Plumber
    Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
    Water Pumps Installation
    Radiator Thermostat Valve Installation
    Tap Repair
    Call
  • S H Plumbing & Heating Ltd Logo

    S H Plumbing & Heating Ltd

    9.85

    (519 reviews)

    Operates in Kent

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

    Gel Plumbing And Heating Ltd

    9.83

    (75 reviews)

    Operates in Kent

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

Water mains specialists in Kent

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

Water main replacement and moling in Kent

A water main replacement in Kent 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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