P Mulvana
The appointment was incredibly easy to arrange, they were able to fit me in far quicker than I anticipated and the service was professional and clearly explained to me. Would recommend.
Trusted emergency plumbing services
Water mains can break due to corrosion, fluctuating temperatures, pressure changes, or accidental excavation. After a while, this can cause flooding, resulting in damage to your property and avoidable costs. When this occurs within your property's boundary, you’ll need to act fast and call a professional. Our reliable and experienced engineers provide 24/7 emergency plumbing support to restore your water supply and find proactive solutions to prevent future problems. We can help with a burst water main repair, water moling, CCTV surveys, and leak detection, as well as emergencies that occur.
Reliable mains repairs
Our experts use advanced diagnostics and methods to ensure problems are resolved quickly and effectively. With techniques like moling, we reduce disruption to your property by using state-of-the-art equipment to replace or repair your pipes without the need for excavation or digging trenches. Whether you need professional water main repairs or other emergency plumbing solutions, our engineers are here to help. With a fully trained team, we take time to find the best long-term solution for your requirements.
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At Drain Doctor, we have hundreds of engineers across the UK ready to tackle your emergency plumbing and drainage problems. Enter your postcode below to find your local team.
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How we work
Our specialist teams are on hand to provide an efficient but effective water main repair solution for emergencies and issues within your property's boundary.
Step 1
Contact us
We offer 24/7 support, and we have teams available across the UK in over 60 locations. When you call us, you’ll reach a member of the team who will take time to understand your problem.
Step 2
Free call out
Once we receive your enquiry, our team springs into action. We will respond within 15 minutes and can come out to your location straight away, depending on the urgency of the issue.
Step 3
Quote
During our visit, we’ll evaluate your situation. From here, we provide recommendations and a quote for prompt and reliable water mains repair services, if required.
Step 4
Work begins
After the quote is approved, we can start the work for you there and then to ensure your drainage issues are cleared quickly. We work in a way that minimises disruption to your property and clean up after the job is done.
Helping customers for over 30 years
We have been helping customers across the country for over three decades delivering efficient, cost-effective emergency plumbing solutions of all sizes. See what they have to say about their experience with us.
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Why choose Drain Doctor
Drain Doctor combines nationwide coverage with trusted, DBS checked local engineers. With over 30 years of experience, free call outs and transparent pricing, we provide dependable water mains repair services without hidden costs.
Available 24/7, 365 days
Over 60 locations and 24/7 support
Our local engineers are always available to help you with any drainage or plumbing issues that you may be facing.
No obligation quote
At Drain Doctor, we pride ourselves on our transparency.
We provide a no-obligation quote before any work commences, and you’ll receive a fixed price for the work needed.
Rapid response times
When you contact us, we aim to respond within 15 minutes.
We’re known for our fast response time, and we can help provide a quick diagnosis and resolution, with minimal disruption.
No call out fee
When you book an engineer, you can rest easy knowing that you won’t have to pay any hidden consultation fees.
Our specialists are here to help and understand the problem at hand.
Fully accredited drainage company
We hold industry recognised accreditations, so you can be sure you’re receiving the best level of advice and service.
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Frequently asked questions
If you’ve got questions about water mains repairs, take a look at our FAQs or get in touch with your local team.
Some of the most common signs of your water mains leaking include low water pressure, wet patches, water pooling, or unusually high water bills.
Water mains can break and leak because of corrosion, age of the pipes, ground movement, water pressure changes, or damage during excavations.
When water mains leak, it can cause flooding, property damage, and water supply disruption. As a result, quick and efficient professional repair is critical.
Most water mains repairs can be completed within a day; however, it can depend on the extent of the damage and access conditions.
Water mains are owned by your water company, and they are responsible for their maintenance and repair, including any external stop taps or meters up to the point where they cross your property's boundary.
You are responsible for the maintenance and repair of any water pipes within your property's boundary. If there are any shared pipes leading to more than one property, they are a shared responsibility for all the property owners that are connected to them.
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