Tyldesley Water: Supply, Source & Tips
Looking to find out more about Tyldesley water? In this guide, you will find out who handles the Tyldesley water supply and wastewater services, where your water comes from, and other handy tips so that you can enjoy quality tap water in your home.
Tyldesley Water Supplier
Tyldesley's water is supplied by one water company, United Utilities. Here are the main Tyldesley 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 |
Tyldesley'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 Cumbrian reservoirs of Haweswater and Thirlmere in the Lake District, from the Pennines or Lake Vyrnwy in Wales. A quarter comes from rivers, such as the River Dee, and the rest is sourced from boreholes. The water from all of these sources goes through a thorough filtering process before reaching your Tyldesley home to ensure its high quality.
Water Rates Tyldesley
The simplest way to find out if your Tyldesley water rates are metered or unmetered is to take a look at a water bill. Homes that have metered water rates will display a meter number, or the account number will start with UC for unmetered customers or MC for metered customers. You may also be able to find a water meter by checking for a box in the ground in your garden, or in the vicinity of the water stop tap. If you find a water meter in either of these locations, then your home will have metered rates.
If you have a water meter, it is very important that you give your water provider regular water meter readings. Your provider will bill you according to your exact usage, and so failing to provide this data could mean that they will give you higher estimated bills. Submitting a meter reading is very simple, and can be done either via their website, your account, by giving them a call, or via their app.
Homes that are not metered will have a rateable value of the home instead. The rateable value takes into account factors such as property size, location, and the availability of local services to create a usage value that is then applied to your bill.
The average water rates Tyldesley water residents are being charged result in an average water bill of around £369 a year. This amount combines both water supply and sewerage costs.
If you looking to find out more about water meters and how they will change your water rates, then these water meter and water rates guides will give you all of the information you require.
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Tyldesley Water Hardness
Tyldesley water hardness is rated as soft. While rainwater itself is soft, water hardness changes as it progresses through the water cycle and picks up minerals. Generally, the more minerals such as calcium or magnesium your water has, the harder it will be rates, and the less effective it will be for household usage. Having water of soft rating means that though you should not see significant limescale accumulation or the deterioration of appliances, and it is generally unnecessary to take additional action to improve your water's quality.
Can you drink the water in Tyldesley?
Yes! You can rest assured that Tyldesley's water meets high standards making it safe to drink. The UK Drinking Water Inspectorate has scored Tyldesley's water quality a great 99.96% in overall mean zonal compliance, meaning that your water is safe to drink. It is not necessary to boil or filter your water to make it potable.
If you notice a change in taste or smell of Tyldesley's water this may be due to one of the following reasons:
- Seasonal changes in water characteristics can infuse Tyldesley's water with an earthy smell or taste.
- Plumbing such as pipe or tap repairs can contribute to the taste of your household water, adding metallic, salty or rubbery hints.
- Chlorination is a safe way to ensure hygiene throughout the pipe network. This helps to eliminate any potentially harmful bacteria within the system.
If you are worried about your water's quality, appearance or feel that it may not be safe to consume, you should not hesitate to contact United Utilities.
Tyldesley Water Problems
Nobody enjoys having water problems, but sooner or later it is likely that an issue will occur. It is important that you know what to do, and who to contact when this happens.
If you notice a water leak or flooding outside your Tyldesley property, you need to do one of the following:
- If you have access to a computer, go to the "report a leak" section of the United Utilities website and fill out the online form. Additionally, you can check out what known issues there may be in the area, and when your service will resume.
- If you aren't at home you can get in touch with United Utilities by calling them, or contacting them on their social media channels of Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.
Tyldesley Water Discolouration
If you are experiencing water discolouration, the issue might be a United Utilities issue impacting Tyldesley.
- United Utilities could have been carrying out upgrade work on the pipes in Tyldesley.
- Changes to the colour of the water in Tyldesley may happen after a burst pipe has been repaired
- Water Discolouration is not harmful and can often be cleared by running the cold water tap until it becomes clear.
If there is no improvement after trying this, you can contact United Utilities for assistance.
Tyldesley No Water
If you have no water in your home, before reaching out to your supplier you should identify if this fault is caused by your homes plumbing, or if it is related to your provider.
- Check the "Contact Us" sections of the United Utilities website for any information explaining why you have no water and when you can expect your water service to resume.
- Check if your stop tap is closed. If this is closed, turning it to the open position will allow water to flow. If this doesn't work contact United Utilities.
- Ask your neighbours whether they have the same issue as you. If they don't then the problem will be due to your home's plumbing, and contacting a plumber rather than your supplier is your next step.
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 United Utilities for assistance.