Connection to Water Main

The water authority requires at least 7 days' written notice for

connection to their supply main. The main is drilled and tapped live
with special equipment, which leaves a plug valve ready for
connection to the communication pipe. A goose neck or sweeping
bend is formed at the connection to relieve stresses on the pipe and
valve. At or close to the property boundary, a stop valve is located
with an access compartment and cover at ground level. A meter may
also be located at this point. The communication and supply pipe
should be snaked to allow for settlement in the ground. During warm
weather, plastic pipes in particular should be snaked to accommodate
contraction after backfilling.

Revolving head

Drain cock
Water main
under pressure

Plug valve

Tapping of water main

Goose neck

Plug valve

Water main

Property boundary View of water main connection

Owned and Installed and

maintained by maintained by
Water Authority building owner

750 mm min
Communication pipe

Supply pipe

Detail of supply to building

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