Emergency plumbing
Outside tap installation and repair across London
If your outside tap has split after a frost, won't turn off, or is leaking down the wall, our directly-employed, fully insured London plumbers typically reach you across the capital and the M25 within 30 to 60 minutes, swap the tap, fit a WRAS-approved non-return valve, and pressure-test the new run.
Frost-split, seized or just leaking outside tap? We swap the unit, add a WRAS-approved double check valve, and pressure-test the new run before leaving.
What we replace, end to end
Failed outside tap and the short copper run from the internal feed. Includes a WRAS-approved non-return valve to prevent garden contamination back-flowing into the mains. Isolation valve added internally if one isn't already there, so future maintenance doesn't need the whole house drained.
Common outside-tap faults
Tap won't turn off after winter
Frost has split the body. The handle still moves but water seeps past the seat.
Tap leaks at the wall
Wall plate or compression joint has failed. Visible damp on the brickwork below the tap.
No outside tap fitted yet
We tee off the kitchen feed, drill cleanly through, and add the new tap with isolation.
Hose-union end snapped off
Replace the whole tap; trying to repair just the threaded end rarely holds.
What it costs (indicative)
Most outside-tap replacements complete inside the one-hour minimum labour charge plus parts. Full pricing.
When to call us
- ✔ Your outside tap is dripping or won't close after a hard frost.
- ✔ You can't isolate the outside tap from inside, and want a valve adding.
- ✔ You're installing a hot tub or garden irrigation that needs a reliable outdoor feed.
- ✔ Insurance has asked for a WRAS-compliant non-return valve on the outdoor supply.
Need a 24/7 emergency engineer?
30 to 60 minute response across every London borough. Gas Safe registered. 12-month workmanship guarantee.
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30 to 60 minute response across every London borough. Gas Safe registered. 12-month workmanship guarantee.