Denton Water: Your Supplier, Rates & Water Quality
Do you have some Denton water questions or have just moved home? In this guide, you will be able to find out who handles the Denton water supply as well as wastewater services in the information below. Additionally, we have tips on how to identify the form of rates your property is on, and what your homes water hardness level will mean for you.
Denton Water Supplier
Denton's water is supplied by one company, United Utilities. Here are the main Denton water supplier contact details:
| Water Supplier | Phone Number | Opening Times |
|---|---|---|
| United Utilities | Metered - 0345 672 2888 / Non Metered - 0345 672 2999 | Mon-Fri 8am-8pm, Sat 8am-4pm |
Denton's sewerage and wastewater is also handled by United Utilities.
| Water Supplier | Phone Number | Opening Times |
|---|---|---|
| United Utilities | 0345 672 3723 | 24/7 |
Be aware that calls to numbers starting with 03 may be charged at local rates by your phone company.
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Where does United Utilities water come from?
More than two-thirds of the water in the United Utilities coverage area comes from the reservoirs of Haweswater and Thirlmere in the Lake District, the Pennines or lake Vyrnwy in Wales. The remaining volume comes from rivers, such as the River Dee, and the rest is sourced from boreholes. No matter where your water has come from, your supplier will always ensure that it goes through an extensive testing and purification process to ensure that it is of high quality.
Water Rates Denton
Your water rates in Denton will depend on if your property has a water meter. You can find out whether your Denton water rates are metered by looking at your water bill. Homes with metered Denton water rates will have a meter number listed on their water bills which should match one on your water meter.
If you don't have a bill available to check this, you can also take a look around your property for a water meter. Homes with metered water rates would have a water meter situated in the property, which would usually be located either outside in the garden, or next to the water stop tap.
Homes that are not metered won't have meter rates, but they will have the rateable value of the home instead. The rateable value part of your Denton water rates will have been determined by the local council in the 90s and most likely will not have changed significantly since. This value is reviewed every five years to account for property changes and was based on factors such as the size of the property and the area in which it is situated.
The average water rates Denton water residents are being charged result in an average water bill of around £419 a year. This amount combines both sewerage costs and water supply.
If you would like to learn more about how water meters work or how to save some money and get the best out of your water rates, check out these great water meter and water rates guides.
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Denton Water Hardness
Denton water hardness is rated as soft. While rainwater itself is relatively soft, water hardness can change through the water cycle. Due to the way water filters through rocks in the United Utilities water supply area, Denton picks up minerals, such as magnesium or calcium, on the way to your tap.
Denton's water hardness rating means that the water in your home is unlikely to lead to scaling in kettles, sinks, dishwashers and toilets. Additionally, your energy bills will be more efficient, your washing should be softer, and your appliances should last longer due to a lack of limescale build-up, compared to hard water areas. It is unnecessary to use water softeners to further improve your waters hardness rating.
Can you drink the water in Denton?
Yes! You can drink the water in Denton without worry. Denton's water meets high standards making it safe to drink the water quality of Denton was scored at 99.96% in overall mean zonal compliance by the UK Drinking Water Inspectorate. It is not necessary to filter, boil or otherwise alter Denton's water to make it potable.
If you notice a change in taste or smell of Denton Water this may be due to one of the following reasons:
- Seasonal changes in water characteristics can infuse the water in Denton with an earthy taste or smell. As the source of your water can change throughout the year, so do the mineral attributes depending on where your water has come from.
- Chlorination is a safe way to ensure hygiene throughout the pipe network. The volume of chlorine in the system is closely monitored at all times, and helps to combat bacterial presences in your water.
- Plumbing can also contribute to the taste of the water in your household, adding metallic, salty or rubbery hints.
If you have questions or concerns about your water's taste, smell or appearance, you should not hesitate to contact United Utilities, who will provide further assistance.
Denton No Water
Denton's water problems can include anything from burst water mains to flooding or even having no water in your home. This is why it is important to know what to do and who to contact regarding water emergencies.
If you have no water in your home, you need to find out if the issue is to do with your home plumbing or a United Utilities outage impacting Denton.
- Check the "Diagnose, report and resolve" sections of the United Utilities website and follow their step-by-step guide to further understand or escalate the issue.
- Ask your neighbours whether they have the same issue as you. If they don't, then the problem is likely to relate to your homes plumbing rather than a United Utilities supply issue.
- Check that your stop tap is open.
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, seeing as the water supply to the property is still functional.
If there is no cold water, not even a trickle, contact United Utilities Water for assistance, as this indicates a supply issue.
Denton Water Problems
If you notice a water leak or flooding outside your Denton property, you need to do one of the following:
- If you are out and about, call or tweet at United Utilities, letting them know the nature and location of the incident.
- If you are near a computer, go to the "Incident Check" or "Report a problem" section of the United Utilities website to follow their trouble shooting guide, or seek to make contact.