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Water and waste help

We have lots of advice on tackling water and waste issues at home, from low water pressure to sewer flooding. 

You can also report a range of problems online including:

  • Leaks
  • Blockages
  • Sewer flooding
  • Site issues
  • Broken manhole covers
  • Pollution

Report a problem

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Water supply help and advice

We have a range of water help and advice available for any water problems you may have.

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No water or low pressure

What to do if your water suddenly stops, or you’re having issues with your supply.

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Plumber fixing a leak

Leaks

Advice on leaks, from dripping taps and leaky loos at home, to burst water mains on the street.

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A burst pipe

Frozen or burst pipes

During extreme weather, the pipes in your home may freeze or thaw causing a crack or burst.

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Turning your water on or off

If you're doing some plumbing or have a leak, you'll need to turn off the water using the stop valve.

Find your stop valve

Waste help and advice

We have a range of waste help and advice available for any waste problems you may have.

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Blockages

Make sure you know how to avoid blockages at home. If you do get one, we have advice on what to do about it.

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Flooded manhole from sewer flooding

Sewer flooding

Find out more about sewer flooding, what causes it and who's responsible for cleaning it.

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Manhole covers

Learn who's responsible for which manhole covers, so you can report any that are broken or missing.

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Rat eating seeds

Rodents

Find out what to do if you see rodents from our sewers in or around your property.

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Contact us

For help with your water or waste, we have a variety of topics you can contact us about. You can view what happens when you contact us about your water or waste, on our water and waste page.