The professional plumbers and installers in the UK are required by law to be fully aware that when they install a product that is connected to water from a public mains water supply, they must obey the Water Supply Regulations. Should they flout these rules, it is deemed to be a criminal act. A Hampstead Plumber is a trained professional. The current rules and regulations involves the protection of the water supply from, waste, misuse, illegal consumption and contamination. It is the plumbers responsibility to maintain a high quality standard in their work to give the consumer peace of mind and show their professionalism. The Water Regulations Scheme is in place to let contractors and professional services prove to the consumer that they are aware of the guidelines and regulations for UK fittings and installations for water supplies. Hampstead Plumbers only use trained professionals. The water rules and regulations were introduced in the UK on 1st July 1999 and for Scotland on 4th April 2000, and they cover all water fittings, systems and any equipment that is supplied with or requires a water supply. These rules apply where the water enters the service pipework for all buildings. Any premises without a public water supply connection are not bound by the rules. These rules were updated for Scotland on 30th August 2004, and apply to any property owner or occupier and anyone who is carrying out the installation of a plumbing system or fitting. There is a requirement for notice before any planned installation, so architects, developers and plumbers can follow the regulations for any future owner or occupier. Providing older (before 1999) plumbing was installed in accordance with the rules and regulations at that time, the current regulations are unable to be applied, however if this fitting or plumbing is a contamination hazard or an unnecessary waste of water, the water supplier can enforce the ‘Water Industry Act’ and insist that action be taken.
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