Complete System Overhauls
Complete System Overhauls | Plumbing | Winchester
Whether you’re restoring a stately 1920s bungalow near Old Town or upgrading a modern build on the outskirts of Winchester, HEP’s complete system overhauls deliver a fresh start for every inch of your plumbing. Our seasoned technicians remove aging pipes, outdated fixtures, and hidden leak risks, replacing them with high-efficiency materials engineered for decades of worry-free performance. You’ll feel the difference in stronger water pressure, faster hot-water delivery, and an immediate boost in overall home value.
From meticulous inspections and precision repiping to code-compliant installations and post-project cleanups, we coordinate every detail so you can relax and enjoy a seamless transformation. Transparent pricing, clear timelines, and courteous crew members mean no surprises—just a flawlessly flowing system ready to handle Winchester’s cold snaps and humid summers alike. When it’s time to reimagine how water moves through your home, trust HEP to overhaul, optimize, and elevate your plumbing.
FAQs
What exactly is included in a complete plumbing system overhaul?
A full overhaul replaces or upgrades every critical part of your property’s water and waste network. That typically means removing old supply lines (galvanised steel, lead or ageing copper) and installing modern PEX or LWC copper pipework, fitting new isolation valves, pressure-balanced fixtures, traps, vent stacks and waste lines, and bringing the hot-water cylinder or combi boiler connections up to current standards. We pressure-test the new pipework, lag all exposed runs, insulate or relocate the cold-water tank if required, and clear all debris from the site. All work is completed to Building Regulations Parts G & H and certified on hand-over.
How do I know if my Winchester property needs a full plumbing overhaul?
You may notice persistent pin-hole leaks, stained or rusty water, low pressure on upper floors, unexplained spikes in your water bill or loud hammering noises in the pipework. Homes built before the mid-1970s in Winchester often still contain lead or galvanised pipes that are now past their service life and may present health risks. If you’re renovating kitchens or bathrooms, adding an extension or switching to a high-output boiler, replacing the old system during the build is usually more cost-effective than multiple piecemeal repairs. We offer a free on-site inspection and written report so you can make an informed decision.
How long does a complete plumbing system overhaul usually take?
For a typical three-bedroom terraced or semi-detached house in Winchester, expect 3–5 working days when we have clear access to floors and walls. Larger detached properties or homes undergoing concurrent renovations can take 7–10 days. We create a detailed project schedule before starting, isolate different zones to minimise downtime, and keep you updated every evening on progress and the next day’s plans.
Will I need to move out while the work is carried out?
Most customers stay in their homes. Water is generally off only during working hours; we restore evening supply to at least one WC, the kitchen sink and the boiler wherever safe. If you have only one bathroom and no alternative facilities, we can arrange a temporary toilet or advise on short overnight stays with family or at a local hotel during critical change-over phases (usually 1–2 nights). For commercial or HMO properties we can phase the work to maintain service to occupied units.
Are permits or inspections required in Winchester for a plumbing overhaul, and who handles them?
Yes. Winchester City Council Building Control must be notified for full system replacements because they involve new hot- and cold-water layouts as well as drainage alterations. If any section connects to the public sewer, Southern Water also requires notification. We submit the Building Notice, arrange any WRAS compliance documentation, schedule inspection visits and supply final completion certificates for your records and future property sales.
How much does a complete plumbing system overhaul cost and can I spread the payments?
Costs vary by property size, pipe-routing complexity, number of bathrooms, fixture specification and accessibility. A guideline figure in Winchester is £4,000–£6,000 for a small flat, £6,500–£9,000 for an average three-bed home and £10,000+ for large period or multi-storey properties. We provide a fixed-price quotation that includes labour, materials, rubbish disposal and certification. To help with budgeting we offer 0% finance for up to 12 months, low-interest plans over 3–5 years, and stage-payment schedules tied to clearly defined milestones.