Fleet Water: Contact, Rates, Water Hardness Information
Have you have just recently moved and you're not 100% sure how water works in Fleet, you will be able to find who takes care of the Fleet water supply as well as wastewater and sewerage services in the water information below. Furthermore, we have some helpful tips on how to deal with Fleet water hardness so that you can enjoy quality tap water in your home.
Fleet Water Supplier
Fleet Water is supplied by one water company, South East Water. Here are the contact details for your Fleet water supplier:
Water Company | Phone Number | Opening Times |
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South East Water | 0333 000 0001 | Mon-Fri 8am-7pm, Sat 8am-1pm |
Fleet sewerage and wastewater is handled by Thames Water/Southern Water. Here are Fleet sewerage and wastewater contact details:
Water Company | Phone Number | Opening Times |
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Thames Water | 0800 316 9800 | 24/7/365 |
Be aware that calls to numbers starting with 03 may be charged at local rates by your phone company.
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Water Rates Fleet
Water rates in Fleet depend on whether your home has a water meter or not. You can easily find out whether your Fleet water rates are metered or not by looking at your water bill. Homes with metered Fleet water rates will have a meter number listed on their water bills.
Homes that are not metered won't, but they will have the rateable value of the home instead. The rateable value part of your Fleet water rates will have been determined by the local council in the 90s and will probably not have changed much since then.
If you've just moved in or you don't have a bill handy, you can look outside your house or in the front garden for a meter. Sometimes the meter may be located inside your house near to the stop tap.
If you want to read more about water meters? check out Selectra's essential guide to water meters.
The average water rates Fleet residents are being charged result in an average water bill of around £210 a year. This amount combines both water supply and sewerage costs.
If you want to save money on your water bill then our handy guide to water rates in the UK will give you some great tips & tricks to lower your water bill.
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Fleet Water Hardness
Fleet water's medium rating means that the hard water in your home contains fewer than 200ppm of hard water minerals like calcium and magnesium which contribute to hard water. These minerals will also affect the taste of your water and lead to some limescale build-up.
- Baths, sinks and toilets - Use an acidic sanitiser regularly (available in local shops) to clean susceptible surfaces in order to clear limescale deposits.
- Washing - from laundry to dishes and even yourself, moderately hard water is less effective at cleaning and reacts differently to softened water. It may even cause dry or irritated skin and lead to damaged hair.
- Dishwashers - Take advantage of the built-in water softener. Make sure you regularly top off it off with dishwasher salt in the appropriate compartment.
Can you drink the water in Fleet?
Yes! you can drink the water in Fleet. You can rest assured that Fleet water meets high standards making it safe to drink. The UK Drinking Water Inspectorate has scored Fleet water quality a 99.96% in overall mean zonal compliance, meaning that your water is safe to drink. It is not necessary to boil or filter Fleet water to make it potable.
If you notice a change in taste or smell of Fleet water this may be due to one of the following reasons:
- Chlorination - a safe way to ensure hygiene throughout the pipe network.
- Seasonal changes in water characteristics can infuse Fleet water with an earthy smell or taste.
- Plumbing 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 South East Water.
Fleet Water Problems
Fleet water problems can include anything from a burst water main or flooding to 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 Fleet property, you need to do one of the following:
- If you are out and about, call or tweet South East Water
- If you are near a computer, go to the "report a leak" section of South East Water and fill out the online form.
Fleet No Water
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 South East Water outage impacting Fleet.
- Check the "In Your Area" sections of the South East Water website for any information explaining why you have no water.
- Ask your neighbours whether they have the same issue as you.
- 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
If there is no cold water, not even a trickle, contact South East Water for assistance.
Fleet Water Discolouration
If the water in your home is discoloured, the issue might be a South East Water issue impacting Fleet.
- Changes to the colour of the water in Fleet may happen after a burst pipe has been repaired
- Or, South East Water could have been carrying out upgrade work on the pipes in Fleet
- 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 South East Water for assistance.