burst lead supply pipe

[Neil T]

i've got a leak on the lead supply pipe as it comes into the house and was wondering where the cheapest place to buy some 28mm MDPE pipe would be from to replace it (if thats the best thing for the job)
I'm in Manchester area

 

[kay-jay]

Well a shave hook is preferable. A cheap one from toolstation will suffice.
It smooth out the surface of the pipe whereas with a Stanley its much more difficult.
A smooth pipe is easier to seal without overtightening the lead lock. The rubber o ring seal is better against a smooth pipe

 

[ManchesterGas]

£80 seems a bit cheap to me, but if you are happy with it then that is all that matters!