Reach a human · Water
Talk to a person at United Utilities
Bills, leaks, meters and supply problems in the North West.
Standard rate, included in most mobile minutes
0345 672 3723
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Hours and numbers
Opening hoursLeaks and emergencies 24 hours a day, every day. Billing Mon to Thu 8am to 7pm, Fri 8am to 6pm, Sat 8am to 1pm
Billing, no meter0345 672 2888
Billing, with a meter0345 672 2999
Fastest route to a person
- Have your customer reference ready (it's on your bill)
- For a leak or no water, pick the emergency option: it's answered first
- For bills, ask about payment plans and discount schemes
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Quietest time to call
Mid-morning, Tuesday to Thursday
Busiest, avoid if you can
Monday mornings and during hosepipe bans or outages
Monday mornings and during hosepipe bans or outages
Other ways in
Online helpunitedutilities.com/contact-us
Online accountMeter readings, bills and payment plans
Not sorted? Complain
Complain to the water company. If it isn't sorted, the Consumer Council for Water helps free, then the Water Redress Scheme.
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Last checked 2026-11-06 · Source