No-Dig Water Mains & Lead Replacement
Approved water supply contractors specialising in trenchless impact moling, burst main repairs, and certified lead renewal backed by a 100-year guarantee.
Water Mains Specialist Contractors
We are a No-Dig water mains contractor working throughout the UK. By working in partnership with our clients we provide a complete service from conception to completion. With our experts to advise you, you can expect safe, cost-effective and innovative solutions to whatever underground installation projects you have planned.
SOS Operational Standards
Every contract is managed under ISO-aligned quality and environmental protocols, providing direct accountability from inception to sign-off.
Direct Specialist Force
Directly employed, streetworks-accredited, time-served engineers.
DBS & Safeguarding
Full clearance for council schools, healthcare, and social housing.
Regulatory Compliance
Full RAMS, water authority self-certification, and WRc/HSE audits.
Fixed-Rate Transparency
Transparent quotes with zero hidden plant hire or disposal fees.
No-Dig Underground Installation Services
Delivering a fast and efficient 24hr service to accommodate all your water main requirements. Over 50 years of experience and a market leader in resolving all water main issues. Lead replacement, leak detection, burst pipe repairs, trace & locate works, poor flow defects, pump station solutions, trenchless technology installations. Water industry approved and accredited.
Industrial, commercial, local authority, water provider, and residential. We cater to a range of clients and a range of water supply applications.
24hr Rapid Burst Response
Fast emergency response for major commercial bursts and private supply leaks, operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year with complete emergency isolation gear.
Burst Pipe & Underground Repairs
From small domestic supplies to large-diameter commercial water mains, we deploy precision ground microphones, tracer gas, and direct excavation plant for immediate defect repair.
Certified Lead Pipe Replacement
Replace old, hazardous lead water supply pipes with modern, safe, high-flow MDPE pipework. Fully certified and complete with our 100-year material guarantee.
New Supply Installations & Connections
All water main installations comply strictly with The Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations and Water Supply Byelaws, handling new boundary connections and meter pits.
Water Company Approved Self-Certification
As certified WIAPS and Watermark contractors, we self-certify all new installations and lead renewals directly with Severn Trent, Thames Water, and regional undertakers.
Trenchless Impact Moling Technology
Pneumatic moling installs new pipework underground without digging trenches through pristine lawns, mature trees, tarmac driveways, or roads — completing 5x faster than open trenching.
50+ years of proven multi-disciplinary contracting across the UK
Guaranteed Execution
- Zero subcontractor reliance — fully employed teams
- Comprehensive method statements & RAMS prior to dispatch
- Full waste transfer & regulatory sign-off documentation
Contracting Engineered for Every Sector
Whether delivering under municipal frameworks, commercial facility SLAs, or resolving emergency domestic repairs, SOS Group adapts directly to your requirements.
Local Authorities & Frameworks
Trusted partner for municipal councils, educational trusts, housing associations, and regional frameworks.
- Municipal water supply upgrades and educational lead pipe abatement
- WaterMark self-certification eliminating water company inspection delays
- Minimal disruption to public footways, grass verges & school grounds
- Comprehensive chlorination, water hygiene certification & pressure tests
Commercial & Facilities Management
Providing facilities managers, retail chains, and industrial operators with turnkey preventative and reactive care.
- High-capacity commercial supply connections & fire main repairs
- Trenchless moling under operational car parks, yards & logistics zones
- Rapid burst isolation and acoustic leak detection to curb water loss
- Full water regulations compliance and sign-off documentation
Private Estates & Homeowners
Dedicated, considerate repair and installation services for private properties, residential landlords, and estates.
- Complete lead pipe replacement to healthy, high-flow blue MDPE
- Lawns, patios, and block-paved driveways preserved using no-dig moling
- Same-day water restoration for the vast majority of residential renewals
- Official WaterSafe completion certificates provided for home insurance
Water Mains Services
We are a Water Company Approved contractor for replacing and repairing water supply pipes, water mains and undertaking lead renewal work. Our highly motivated, customer orientated team of engineers has been involved with the water industry for over 50 years.
Water Mains Services
Water Mains Services
For added peace of mind, SOS are approved contractors for Thames Water and other major Water Companies. Whether you require the installation of a new service or are upgrading existing ones, SOS Trenchless Installations provides a variety of solutions that will be tailored to meet your requirements.
Our Location
32 – 38 Lincoln Rd, Solihull, Birmingham B27 6PA
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Other Specialised Services by SOS Group
Building & Maintenance
Complete facilities management and property care for commercial and residential estates. Planned preventative maintenance and rapid reactive repairs.
Groundwork & Civil Works
Comprehensive ground engineering from site clearance and concrete raft foundations to deep drainage, block paving, and road surfacing.