Checking for leaks prior to meter installation

macman

Go back to RV billing if she can't afford the repair! That can't be as much as £1600pa surely?

energysavingexp

EMBEE wrote: »

Thanks for all the advice folks. Commonsense prevailed with the first huge bill and she wasn't made to pay but she is worried about subsequent ones.
We have tried checking the meter with everything turned off and, although it's not as bad as it was, the meter is still turning and, looking at the current reading, we think she is on course for around another £400 or so this quarter.
If the original leak has not been securely repaired, it may be that the situation will worsen again.
I am hoping that neighbour will be eligible for a grant or help of some sort as the safest solution seems to be to have all of the piping replaced.

as macman says go back to RV for now but you need to get the leak fixed as it will only get worse you could try looking for it where was the last leak found

mart.vader

I am aware that the OP has already had one leak repaired, and UU will only do one per annum.

Here is the link for UU's scheme -

http://www.unitedutilities.com/Documents/1768_3150_20Private_20leak_20scheme.pdf

Thames Water do a subsidised pipe replacement at £215 (I checked this for my sister a few days ago.) - but TBH I couldn't find this on UU's site - you could ask them if they do this. This might allay the anxiety of further leaks. If there is a "belter" of a leak under the floorboards- any competent plumber ought to be able to find and fix it.

t0rt0ise

EMBEE wrote: »

I agree, it does need further investigation and not just a suggestion to ' get plumber because it's your responsibility.'

What would you like them to have said or done? Genuine question.