New Water Main
If there is no public water main on your development or outside of your property, a new water main will need to be laid.
We will work with you to make sure you get the simplest and most cost-effective solution for new water supplies for your development. If you’re still in the early stages of your development, you may find our pre-development information useful as it outlines things to think about before you start work.
You can apply to us for new water mains and services, or you can go to a self-lay provider (SLP), or New Appointments and Variations (NAVs) for this type of work.
Requesting a new water main from us
We can provide you with all the information you need to plan and install your new water main, including an option for you to dig and backfill the trenches for the water mains to be laid (excavation option). We will also help you to plan your new connections so that your development is completed without delay.
Road closure time frames
Closing the road allows us to safely dig to reach our water main. We need to provide the local highway authority notice of our work and be granted a permit to close the road, which can take at least three months. It is important that you let us know as soon as possible when you will need your connection by, so we can start advanced planning with the highways authority to prevent any delays to your development. Some councils may recommend waiting until the school holidays and half terms to work on busy roads.
During the Christmas period, we have an embargo on busy roads throughout November and December. We therefore advise sending us a ‘pre-development enquiry’ as soon as possible.
If you need further information on applying for a new water mains please email us on watermains@uuplc.co.uk.