Getting an Accurate Quote for Your Pipeline Project A PTS Guide
Every pipeline project is different. One day, it’s a contractor needing to commission rising mains work in Sheffield; the next, it’s a homeowner in London with a mysterious drop in water flow. From testing a small 3″ vessel to a nationwide TMV servicing contract, the challenges are always unique.
Regardless of the scale, the first step is always the same: getting a clear, accurate, and reliable quote.
At Pipe Testing Services (PTS), we provide quotations for a huge variety of projects. This guide explains the key information that helps us give you the most accurate price, faster, ensuring your project can move forward without delay.
The First Step: Defining Your Project or Problem
To give you the best possible quote, it helps us to understand the nature of your project. Most enquiries fall into one of these categories:
New Installations and Commissioning
This applies if you are a contractor or developer installing new pipework that needs to be tested and certified before it’s connected. This is common for clients who have been given requirements by a water authority like Severn Trent or Thames Water.
- Key Information: Drawings, pipe lengths, diameters (e.g., 90mm SDR11), material (e.g., PE80), and the system type (foul, storm, or potable water).
Repairs and Modifications
This is for situations where you need to repair a damaged pipe or add a new connection to an existing system. For example, a client recently needed an electrofusion service to install a new gate valve on their main water incoming.
- Key Information: The location of the work, the pipe material and size if known, and photos of the area are incredibly helpful.
Testing and Diagnostics
This is for when you have a problem but aren’t sure of the cause. We often get calls about a sudden drop in water pressure or flow, or a pump station that is backing up. Your goal is to find the problem so it can be fixed.
- Key Information: A description of the symptoms, the location of the property, and any information you've received from your water board.
Maintenance and Servicing
This applies to clients looking for ongoing, scheduled work, such as a business needing annual TMV fail-safe checks across multiple sites or a care home requiring regular Legionella testing.
- Key Information: The number and type of assets (e.g., 1000 TMVs across 28 sites), and the required service frequency.
Maintenance and Servicing
No matter your project, the more of the following details you can provide, the faster we can provide an accurate quote:
- Pipe Size and Length: The diameter (in mm) and total length (in metres) of the pipework involved.
- Pipe Material: Is it PE, MDPE, HPPE, ductile iron, stainless steel, or something else?
- Site Location: A postcode is essential for us to plan mobilisation for our team.
- Drawings or Photos: For installations and repairs, utility or drainage drawings are the best source of information. For diagnostic issues, photos of the problem area can be very useful.
- The "Why": Briefly explain the reason for the work. Are you trying to meet a water board specification, fix an emergency, or price for a tender?
Why This Detail Matters to You
Providing this information isn’t just for our benefit; it directly helps you. When we have a clear picture of the project, we can:
- Provide a Sharper Price: A detailed quote means no unexpected costs or variations later on.
- Allocate the Right Resources: We can ensure the correct technicians and specialist equipment (like the right size butt fusion machine or CCTV camera) are scheduled for your job.
- Foresee Challenges: Seeing drawings upfront allows us to spot potential access issues or complexities, ensuring the work goes smoothly on the day.
What If You Don't Have All the Details?
Don’t worry. Many enquiries start with “I’m not sure if you can help, but…” and that’s perfectly fine. Our expert team is here to help you diagnose the problem. Even a simple description of the issue is enough to start a conversation. We can work with you to determine the next steps, whether that’s a site visit or a diagnostic service like a CCTV survey to find the source of the problem.
If you are ready to get a quote for your project, or you’re just not sure where to start, contact our experienced team today.
Choosing the Right Partner for a Clear and Accurate Quote
Whether you have a detailed technical drawing or just a problem you can’t identify, the first step is always getting a clear and reliable plan of action. Choosing a specialist contractor like Pipe Testing Services means you get:
- A Complete Solution, Not Just a Price: We look at your whole project, offering everything from initial diagnostics with CCTV surveys to the final pressure test and chlorination certificate.
- Expert Advice from the Start: Our experienced team can interpret complex technical specifications or help you diagnose an unexplained issue with your water flow. We provide the clarity you need to move forward.
- Transparent and Reliable Quoting: We provide a comprehensive quote based on the specific details of your project, ensuring there are no hidden costs.
If you are a contractor, developer, facilities manager, or homeowner with a pipeline project or problem, our expert team is ready to help.
To discuss your requirements, schedule a consultation, or request a quote, please contact us at:
- Phone:01922 451646
- Email:enquiries@pipetestingservices.co.uk
- Address:Unit 27 Birchbrook Industrial Estate, Shenstone, Lichfield, Staffs, WS14 0DJ
