Skipton Water: Rates, Supplier & Problems

Uncertain about your Skipton water supply? In this guide, you will find out who handles the Skipton water supply and wastewater services in addition to identifying the types of rates in your home, and what to do if you encounter water problems.

Skipton Water Supplier

Skipton water is supplied by one water company, Yorkshire Water. Here are the main Skipton water supplier contact details:

Skipton sewerage and wastewater is also handled by Yorkshire Water.

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

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 Skipton

Residential properties in the UK have two forms of rates - metered, and unmetered. Homes that have metered Skipton water rates may have an account number that starts with MC (Metered Customer) or UC (Unmetered Customer) on their bill. Most bills for metered homes will also display the meter number itself.

If you don't have a water bill or it is unclear from the bill what your meter status is, you can look around your home for a water meter. This would usually be next to the stop tap in the garage or kitchen, or it could be in the garden in a small box sunk in the ground.

If your home is equipped with a water meter, it is important that you give your supplier regular water meter readings. As your supplier will bill you according to your exact usage, not informing your supplier of your usage will result in your provider inaccurately estimating your bills.

Homes that don't have a water meter will have the rateable value instead of this. The rateable value uses several factors such as the size of your home, its location, and the availability of services to create an estimated consumption value, which is then used to generate your bill.

The average water rates Skipton residents are being charged result in an average water bill of around £491 per year. This amount combines both sewerage costs and water supply.

If you would like further help in understanding your water rates, then this guide to water rates in the UK will give you some great information on how water charges work, and how you can start saving on your water bills.

Skipton Water Hardness

Water hardness ratings in the UK range anywhere from very hard to soft, depending on the area you live in. What dictates how hard a water rates, is the value of dissolved minerals within it. As a rule the higher the value of minerals such as magnesium and calcium within your water, the harder the rating will be, and the less effective it will be for domestic use. Skipton's water hardness rating is soft. This means that your home will be less prone to limescale accumulation, your appliances will be more efficient, and your energy bills can be lower than homes in hard water areas.

Can you drink the water in Skipton?

Certainly! The UK Drinking Water Inspectorate has scored Skipton water quality at 99.96% in overall mean zonal compliance. This means that your water requires no additional filteration or steps such as boiling, and you do not need to buy bottled water to drink at home.

If you notice a change in taste or smell of Skipton water this may be due to one of the following reasons:

1. Plumbing such as pipe, taps and repairs can contribute to the taste of your water, adding metallic, salty or rubbery hints.
2. Chlorination helps to reduce the presence of harmful natural contaminants, and poses no risk to health.
3. Seasonal changes in water characteristics can infuse Skipton water with an earthy smell or taste. As the source of your water changes throughout the year, so too will its mineral composition, affecting its flavour.

If you have further concerns about your water, you should contact Yorkshire Water, who will talk you through what's happening.

Skipton Water Problems

Skipton'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 Skipton property, you need to do one of the following:

1. If you are out and about, call Yorkshire Water or Thames Water depending on whether the issue relates to drinking water or wastewater. Both can also be reached via Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
2. If you are near a computer, go to the "Contact Us" section of the Yorkshire Water OR Thames Water websites to follow their troubleshooting guide or complete an enquiry form.

Skipton No Water

If you have no water in your home, it is important to identify if the issue is related to your home plumbing or a Yorkshire Water outage impacting Skipton.

1. Ask your neighbours if they have the same issue. If they don't you may need to contact a plumber, as the issue could relate to your home's plumbing.
2. Check that your stop tap is open. If this is in the closed position, turning it to the open position should allow water to resume flowing. If it doesn't, contact Yorkshire Water.
3. Check the "Contact Us" or "Report problems" sections of the Yorkshire Water website for any information explaining why you have no water.

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.