Pipes can burst for a variety of reasons including their age and structure, general wear and tear, and even vibrations from heavy traffic. Pipes are also particularly sensitive to temperature changes, which is why we expect more bursts during the winter.
For advice on how to deal with a leak, including how to identify who is responsible for the repair, please see the information below.
Billing or account enquiries - call 0845 9200 888
Lines are open weekdays from 8am to 8pm and on Saturday from 8am to 1pm
(Minicom or Typetalk: 0845 7200 898).
Water or wastewater enquiries - call 0845 9200 800
Lines are open 24 hours a day (Minicom or Typetalk: 0845 7200 898).
Thames Water is the UK's largest water and sewerage company, serving 13.8 million customers across London and the Thames Valley.
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Registered office: Thames Water Utilities Limited, Clearwater Court, Vastern Road, Reading, Berkshire RG1 8DB
Company number: 2366661 Registered in England and Wales
