Manchester Water Works draws from Lake Massabesic, and the water is relatively soft. Older parts of the city have combined sewers, and the city has worked for years on projects to reduce overflows to the Merrimack River. Long, cold winters freeze pipes in unheated basements, porches and exterior walls, and many surrounding towns rely on private wells and septic systems.
Housing & construction
Triple-deckers and multi-family homes near the mills and downtown, single-family homes on the North End, and newer homes on the city’s edges.
Plumbing services in Manchester
Pipe Repair in Manchester
Porch and exterior-wall pipes
Manchester pipe repair →
Sewer Line Repair in Manchester
Heavy multi-unit use
Manchester sewer line repair →Also common in Manchester: water heater repair, drain cleaning.
What makes Manchester plumbing different
Multi-family homes
Shared stacks and mains spread problems across units.
Soft lake water
Little scale, but older copper and galvanized can corrode.
Combined sewers
Storms can back water into older basements.
Long winters
Pipes in porches and exterior walls freeze in extended cold.
Seasonal plumbing calendar for Manchester
- WinterKeep all units heated and insulate porch and basement pipes.
- Spring thawCheck sump pumps and basement drains.
Plumbing emergency in Manchester?
- Close the main water shutoff, or the fixture valve if the problem is in one place.
- Stay away from water near outlets or the electrical panel.
- For sewage backups, stop using all drains.
- If you smell gas, leave and call the gas utility or 911 from outside.
Manchester plumbing questions
Where does Manchester’s water come from?
Manchester Water Works draws from Lake Massabesic.
Is Manchester water hard?
It’s relatively soft; check Manchester Water Works’ quality report.
Are wells and septic common near Manchester?
Yes, many surrounding towns rely on private wells and septic systems.
Nearby service areas
We also serve communities around Manchester, including Bedford, Hooksett, Goffstown, Londonderry, Auburn, Nashua.
