If water is uncontrolled or approaching electrical equipment, prioritise safety and call a plumber. The guidance below is general and does not replace an inspection.

Understanding the issue

Cabinet fitting, worktops and appliance delivery need to align with the water and waste work. Hidden valves or overly tight service spaces can delay completion. Agree the sequence before trades arrive rather than relying on last-minute adaptations.

Before arranging the visit

Provide cabinet and appliance drawings with the planned sink and tap positions.

Choosing the appropriate plumbing visit

We check the visible fault, isolation, pipe condition and access before agreeing the repair scope. Our kitchen plumbing page explains the related work and how an assessment is arranged.

Where the findings point to complete kitchen plumbing installation, read the complete kitchen plumbing installation service details before discussing the repair scope. The actual fitting and access determine the work needed.

Information worth keeping

Record when the issue occurs, the affected room and any previous repair. For a property in our home area, plumbing in West Bridgford explains the local enquiry route; check the coverage directory for another postcode.

Connected questions

For a related question about kitchen plumbing, the guide Why a kitchen cupboard smells damp explains what to record next.

For a related question about kitchen plumbing, the guide Adding a drinking-water filter under the sink explains what to record next.