Highest Quality Standards
Highest Quality Standards | Pipe Upgrades | Plumbing | Lancing
From the quaint cottages near Lancing Beach to the bustling workshops on the High Street, homes and businesses across our seaside town rely on rock-solid plumbing. HEP’s specialist team makes light work of pipe upgrades, replacing tired, corroded, or undersized lines with premium, WRAS-approved materials that meet the very highest safety and efficiency standards. We tidy as we go, test every joint twice, and leave your water running clearer, faster, and more reliably than ever.
Choose us and you’ll enjoy honest, upfront quotes, minimal downtime, and workmanship backed by generous guarantees. Whether you’re remodelling a bathroom, future-proofing a period property, or chasing that perfect mains pressure for a new combi boiler, our engineers deliver first-class results that last for decades—right here in Lancing. Get in touch today and feel the difference true quality plumbing can make.
FAQs
Why should I consider upgrading the existing pipework in my Lancing property?
Ageing or undersized pipework can corrode, clog with scale, and develop pinhole leaks that reduce water pressure, discolour drinking water, and increase the risk of unexpected bursts. A full or partial pipe upgrade restores flow rates, improves water quality, protects your home from water damage, and brings your plumbing in line with current Building Regulations and Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999.
What pipe materials do you use and which is best for my project?
We primarily install WRAS-approved copper, PEX, or multilayer composite (MLCP) pipe. Copper is time-tested, highly durable, and fully recyclable. PEX offers exceptional flexibility, fewer joints, and resistance to freezing. MLCP combines an aluminium core for strength with hygienic inner and protective outer plastic layers, giving copper-like rigidity with silent operation. During our free survey we assess water quality, usage patterns, and installation space before recommending the material that balances performance, budget, and longevity for your property.
How do you guarantee the highest quality standards during a pipe upgrade?
All work is carried out by Gas Safe and NVQ-qualified plumbers who follow our in-house Quality Assurance Checklist. We use only WRAS-certified fittings, pressure-test every new section to 1.5Ă— operating pressure, insulate where required to Part L standards, and photograph every stage for your records. Our company is also a member of the Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (CIPHE), so we are audited regularly for workmanship and compliance.
Will replacing pipes disrupt my day-to-day routine?
We schedule works around you, isolating and draining sections methodically to keep essential facilities running wherever possible. Dust sheets, floor protection, and HEPA vacuums are used in all work areas. For businesses we can undertake out-of-hours or phased upgrades to minimise downtime. Most domestic re-pipes take 1–3 days, with water back on each evening, and we always leave at least one operational WC.
What does a typical pipe upgrade cost in Lancing and what factors influence the price?
A straightforward two-bedroom house re-pipe in modern materials starts from around ÂŁ2,200 + VAT, while larger or listed properties with difficult access can exceed ÂŁ5,000. Key cost drivers include pipe length, number of fixtures, choice of material (copper is usually dearer than PEX), need for wall/floor reinstatement, and whether lead supply pipes have to be excavated and replaced up to the boundary. After an on-site assessment we provide a fixed written quote with no hidden extras.
Do you provide warranties or aftercare once the new pipework is installed?
Yes. All labour is covered by a 10-year workmanship guarantee, and manufacturers’ warranties on pipe and fittings range from 25 years to lifetime depending on the product. We register your installation with the water authority where required, supply a completion certificate, and offer an optional annual inspection to keep your system performing at its best.