Maltby Water: Hardness, Meters & Supplier

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Are you looking to find out more about your Maltby water supply? In this guide you will find all you need to know, such as who handles the Maltby water supply and wastewater services, how to deal with Maltby's water hardness, and how having a water meter will affect you.

Maltby Water Supplier

Maltby water is supplied by Yorkshire Water. Here are the main Maltby water supplier contact details:

Maltby Water Supply Contact
Water Company Phone Number Opening Times
Yorkshire Water 0345 124 2424 Mon-Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 9am-5pm

Maltby sewerage and wastewater is handled by Severn Trent.

Maltby Wastewater and Sewage Contact
Water Company Phone Number Opening Times
Severn Trent 0800 783 4444 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 Yorkshire Water come from?

Most of the water that Yorkshire Water supplies to the domestic market comes from surface-water sources such as reservoirs, rivers and streams, as well as from boreholes. No matter which source your water has come from, Yorkshire Water carries out extensive testing to ensure its safety before reaching your home.

Water Rates Maltby

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 Maltby residents are being charged result in an average water bill of around £491 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. Are you uncertain if a water meter is right for you? Selectra's water meter guide will help you learn more about how they work.

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Maltby Water Hardness

Maltby water hardness is rated as medium. Simply put, the more minerals such as calcium or magnesium your water has, the harder it will be, and the less effective it is for household usage. Having water of medium hardness rating means that though you should not see significant limescale accumulation it may still be beneficial to take steps to look after your home. Here are a few examples of what you can do:

  1. Kettles - Avoid overfilling your kettle. Clean your kettle by half-filling it and adding two tablespoons of white vinegar, leave it for four hours to loosen scale build-up.
  2. Clothing - Liquid detergents should be used rather than powder detergents. Additionally, you should 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.
  3. Dishwashers - Take advantage of the built-in water softener. Make sure you regularly top it off with dishwasher salt in the appropriate compartment.
  4. Baths, sinks and toilets - Clean these areas with an acidic sanitizer. This will help to reduce and slow the accumulation of limescale deposits.

Can you drink the water in Maltby?

Yes! You can rest assured that Maltby's water meets high standards making it safe to drink. The UK Drinking Water Inspectorate has scored Maltby'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 Maltby's water this may be due to one of the following reasons:

  1. Plumbing such as pipe or tap repairs can contribute to the taste of your household water, adding metallic, salty or rubbery hints.
  2. Seasonal changes in water characteristics can infuse Maltby's water with an earthy smell or taste.
  3. 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 have concerns about your water's taste, smell or appearance, you should contact Yorkshire Water, who will assist you further.

Maltby Water Problems

Maltby's water problems can include anything from burst water mains, flooding or even having no water in your home. Read on to familiarize yourself with what you need to do if such an event occurs.

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

  1. If you can access a computer, head over to the Yorkshire Water or Severn Trent websites. On the "Contact Us" page you will find various options about how to report a problem, get in contact, or check what is happening in your area.
  2. If you aren't at home, send Yorkshire Water or Severn Trent a message on social media (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram), or give them a ring.

Maltby No Water

If you have no water in your home, you need to find out if the issue is caused by your home plumbing or a Yorkshire Water outage impacting Maltby.

  1. Check the "Get in Touch" sections of the Yorkshire Water website for any information explaining why you have no water, and when you can expect your water supply to return.
  2. Check that your stop tap is open. If it is in the closed position, turning it to the open position should allow water to flow.
  3. Ask your neighbours whether they have the same issue as you. If they don't, then the problem may be caused by your homes plumbing, and you should contact a plumber.
  4. 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 Yorkshire Water for assistance.

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