Shared water pipes

Addie23

I live I an end terraced Victorian cottage and found a flood in the basement from a leak in a galvanised pipe before my internal stopcock. I had to turn off the water at the main in the road- imagine my horror when this affected 12 other properties. SW water were no help in helping me to sort. Eventually managed to find a contractor who has set up a temporary supply overground. I understand that all properties having water supply through our shared pipe have a legal responsibility to share the cost of replacement pipe back to the main as totally corroded and unable to make a join. How do I go about asking each of them? Sure there will be some who refuse. As an OAP I feel totally alone and don’t know where to turn. Not covered on house insurance and is our responsibility and not the water boards. Any helpful suggestions gratefully received 

sjones12121994

To address this, start by communicating with your neighbours about the situation. Draft a polite letter explaining the issue, the shared responsibility, and the estimated costs. Offer to discuss the matter in a meeting to answer any questions. If some neighbours refuse to contribute, seek mediation through a community association or local council. For additional support, consider contacting Citizens Advice for guidance on legal steps you can take. Also, check if any local charities or assistance programs can help with costs.

marcia_

sjones12121994 said:

To address this, start by communicating with your neighbours about the situation. Draft a polite letter explaining the issue, the shared responsibility, and the estimated costs. Offer to discuss the matter in a meeting to answer any questions. If some neighbours refuse to contribute, seek mediation through a community association or local council. For additional support, consider contacting Citizens Advice for guidance on legal steps you can take. Also, check if any local charities or assistance programs can help with costs.

 Why are you posting replies on years old posts?