Can you move a mains stop tap?
How to Move a Mains Stop-Cock. The first thing to do before attempting to move a stopcock is to make sure you have turned off the mains in the road. If no more water comes through then you can be sure that the main street stopcock works. On the stopcock pipework indoors, there should be a drain plug.
How can I move my water meter from one place to another?
It all depends on where the meter is currently located, and where you want to move it to. Here are the options: • If your water meter is inside your home, and you want to move it to another position inside your home, you can either ask us to move it, or arrange for a water industry approved plumber to move it for you.
How long does it take for a water meter to be installed?
• Your water company should install the meter within three months of your request. • If it does not do this, the company should offer to adjust your bill to reflect the charges you would have paid if you had been on a meter. • The company can refuse your request to install a meter if it would be impractical or too expensive to do so (see page 15).
Can a private plumber move a water meter inside a house?
• If your water meter is outside, and you want to move it inside, the work must be done by United Utilities. • If you want to move a meter from inside your home to an outside location, this is also a job for us, not a private plumber. Whatever your needs, before you do anything else, please don’t forget to complete the form
Can a water company refuse to install a meter?
• The company can refuse your request to install a meter if it would be impractical or too expensive to do so (see page 15). Deciding where the meter should go • The company will choose where to put the meter. You can ask for it to be installed in a different place, but you may be required to pay the difference in costs.
When do I need to move my water meter?
If you need to move your water meter as a result of any home improvements, you need to inform us before doing the work as we need to inspect it afterwards and re-fit the security seal.
How to relocate your water meter at United Utilities?
Our relocating your water meter factsheet (PDF 289 KB opens in a new window) explains what you need to do and includes an application form to complete and return to us. Still need further information or help? Please Contact us. Did you find this page useful?
Can a meter be moved outside a house?
For example, if you want your meter moving outside but your property is served by a water supply pipe that also feeds several neighbouring properties, we may have to deliver an apologetic ‘no’. In these circumstances, we will write to you to let you know if there are any other options available.
