Last reviewed: 29.5.2011 - 12.08pm
When the water leaves our treatment works it contains virtually no lead. However, if you have a lead service pipe or internal plumbing, small amounts of lead may dissolve in the water when passing.
In this section
Lead in your environment
Find out about UK standard for levels of lead and where you will find it in your environment.
What your need to know about lead pipes
Read about lead water pipes and how the hardness of our water helps to stop lead from dissolving into your drinking water.
How to check for lead pipes
Learn how to check if your water pipes are made from lead.
Checklist for replacing lead pipes
Follow our step by step guide to replacing your lead pipes.
Replacing lead pipes
Find out how we can help if you are replacing your lead water pipes.
Need a plumber?
Our 'Water Regulations'-approved plumbers are here to help - whether it's a burst pipe, a dripping tap or a new plumbing system.
