Outside Tap Installation in Melksham , Wiltshire

We take a careful, methodical approach to every garden tap fitting to ensure a neat finish and a leak-free system. Our process is designed to cause minimal disruption to your home while guaranteeing long-term reliability.Finding the Best Route: We will locate the nearest suitable cold water pipe, which is usually found under your kitchen sink or in a utility room.Fitting an Isolation Valve: We always install an internal isolation valve. This is an essential step that allows you to easily turn off the water supply to the outside tap from inside your home.Drilling and Sealing: We carefully drill a clean hole through your external masonry, feed the pipework through, and securely mount the tap to the wall. The opening is then thoroughly sealed to prevent draughts, damp, or pest ingress.Testing the System: Finally, we test the water pressure and inspect every joint to ensure your new outdoor plumbing is fully watertight and ready for immediate use.

When installing a new water supply point, local compliance and water safety are our top priorities. All our installations use WRAS approved taps and fittings. This ensures that the materials connected to your mains water supply meet the strict UK regulatory standards required to keep your drinking water safe.Crucially, every outside tap we fit includes a double check valve. This is a vital legal requirement designed to prevent backflow. Without it, stagnant water, soil, or garden chemicals could potentially be siphoned back up your hosepipe and into your home's clean water supply. By choosing BC Plumbing, you are guaranteed a safe, compliant installation that fully protects your household.

Wiltshire winters can be incredibly harsh, and frozen pipes are a leading cause of winter property damage. When the temperature drops in Melksham, any water left inside an exposed outdoor tap can freeze, expand, and completely split the pipework. This is why the internal isolation valve we fit is so important for seasonal maintenance.Before the first major frost, you can simply turn off the valve inside and drain the remaining water from the outside tap to protect the pipe. We also offer specialist frost-proof taps for properties that require safe, year-round outdoor water access. If you have already suffered from a frozen tap that has split, our emergency plumbers are always on hand to help with rapid burst pipe repairs to limit any water damage.

Do I need planning permission for an outside tap?In most cases, installing a standard garden tap is considered a minor permitted development and does not require planning permission. However, if you live in a listed building or a strict conservation area in Wiltshire, it is always best to double-check with your local authority.Can you fit a tap away from the house?Yes. If you need a water supply further down the garden or near a driveway, we can run the necessary pipework. This requires careful planning to ensure the underground or exposed pipes are adequately insulated, and we are happy to assess the best routing options with you.Why is my current outside tap constantly dripping?A dripping outside tap is usually caused by worn internal washers or unseen frost damage from a previous winter. If your current tap has seen better days, we provide comprehensive tap repair and installation services to restore full functionality.