Mildenhall Water: Moving Home, Supplier & Info

Looking to find out more about your Mildenhall water supply or have recently moved home? Then look no further! In this guide, we will cover who your Mildenhall water and wastewater suppliers are, how you can get in touch with them, and what to do if you encounter water problems.

Mildenhall Water Supplier

The water of Mildenhall is supplied by a one water company, Anglian Water. Here are the main Mildenhall water supplier contact details:

Mildenhall sewerage and wastewater is also handled by Anglian Water.

Be aware that calls to numbers starting with 03 may be charged at local rates by your phone company.

Where does Anglian Water's water come from?

Roughly half of the water in the Anglian Water coverage area comes from surface-water sources such as rivers or reservoirs. The remaining water comes from underground sources such as boreholes or aquifers. The source of your water may vary throughout the year as water levels ebb and flow, but it will always go through a thorough filtering and cleansing process to ensure its safety before reaching your home.

Water Rates Mildenhall

Your home will have either metered or unmetered rates. If you have metered rates, your water bill should display a meter number. If you can't see this, the account number may start with MC for Metered Customer or UC for Unmetered Customer.

Don't have a water bill? You may be able to find a water meter by searching around your property. These would be located either near the stop tap in the kitchen or garage or in the garden within a small box set into the ground. If your property has a water meter, you must provide regular meter readings so that your water supplier can accurately bill you. Without these, your bill may be inaccurate.

Homes that are not metered will have a rateable value instead. This is based on several factors, such as property size and the availability of local services. This data is then used to create an estimated consumption value of your home, which is then used to generate your bill.

The average water rates Mildenhall residents are being charged result in an average water bill of around £341 per year. This amount combines both water supply and sewerage costs.

Our guide to water rates will give you some great tips on how to get started saving on your water bill. Still uncertain if a water meter is right for your home? Selectra's guide to water meters will help you learn more about how water meters work, and if they are the right choice for you.

Mildenhall Water Hardness

Mildenhall's water hardness is rated as hard. This means that Mildenhall water will cause limescale accumulation around taps sinks, and even the deterioration of appliances over time. Here are a few simple tips on what you can do to counter water hardness:

1. Kettles - Do not overfill your kettle. Clean your kettle by half-filling and adding two tablespoons of white vinegar, leaving it for four hours in order to loosen scale build-up. Rinse and repeat to remove scale.
2. Dishwashers - Take advantage of the built-in water softener. Make sure you regularly top off it off with dishwasher salt in the appropriate compartment.
3. Baths, sinks and toilets - Clean these areas with an acidic sanitizer. This will help to reduce and slow the accumulation of limescale deposits.
4. Clothing - Liquid detergents should be used over powder detergents. You should also clean your washing machine by adding baking soda and white vinegar directly into the drum and setting it to a hot wash. Wipe down the drum thoroughly afterwards.

Can you drink the water in Mildenhall?

Certainly! The UK Drinking Water Inspectorate has scored Mildenhall water quality at 99.96% in overall mean zonal compliance. This means that your water requires no additional filtration or steps such as boiling to make it fit for consumption.

Mild changes in taste or smell of Mildenhall are usually not cause for concern, such as in the following instances:

1. Seasonal changes in water characteristics or the source of your water can infuse Mildenhall water with an earthy smell or taste.
2. Chlorination ensures hygiene throughout the pipe network and poses no risk to health.
3. Plumbing such as new taps or pipes can contribute to the taste of your household water, adding metallic, salty or rubbery hints.

If you have questions about your water's taste, smell or appearance, you should not hesitate to contact Anglian Water, who will provide further assistance.

Mildenhall Water Problems

Mildenhall water problems can include anything from burst water mains or flooding to having no water in your home. This is why you should make sure you know what to do and who to contact regarding water emergencies.

If you notice a water leak or flooding outside your Mildenhall property, you need to do one of the following:

1. If you are near a computer, go to the "report a leak" section of the Anglian Water website and fill out the online form.
2. If you aren't at home, call or send Anglian Water a message on social media (Twitter, Facebook & Instagram).

Mildenhall No Water

Having no water in your home could relate to either an internal plumbing issue within your home, or it could be an Anglian Water outage. Here is what you can do to determine which it may be, and what your next steps are.

1. Check the "In Your Area" sections of the Anglian Water website for any information explaining why you have no water, and when you can expect your supply to resume.
2. Ask your neighbours whether they have the same issue as you. If they don't, then you may need a plumber, as the issue is unlikely to be caused by Anglian Water
3. Check that your stop tap is open. This would need to be in the open position to allow for water to flow.

If you have no water is it only no cold water or no hot water. If you have cold water but no hot water, the issue will be with your home plumbing and not the water company

If there is no cold water, not even a trickle, contact Anglian Water for assistance.