Warmth offers the best protection against frozen pipes. Leave heating on for longer periods at lower settings, even while away. Get heat into your attic by opening the trap door or leaving a light on in it. See for more
#WinterReady
tips
All tanks and exposed pipes, including attic pipes should be adequately insulated. Outside taps should be insulated also. See for more
#WinterReady
tips.
Unprotected pipes and dripping taps can freeze and crack when temperatures drop below zero. Check out for advice on what to do if your pipes become frozen
#WinterReady
In order to help replenish reservoir levels, water restrictions will be in place for Dublin, Kildare, Wicklow and Meath. Affected areas can be located on our map.
#IrishWater
Jerry Grant, Managing Director of Irish Water, visited our contact centre today to extend his thanks and gratitude for the service provided during and after
#StormEmma
.
The Boil Water Notice affecting the Greater Dublin Area, including parts of Kildare and Dunboyne in Co. Meath, has been lifted with immediate effect. See for more.
#IrishWater
#IWLimerick
: We are currently investigating reports of supply discolouration to Raheen and surrounding areas in Co. Limerick. Further information to follow.
#IWKildare
: We are currently investigating reports of a supply disruption to Oldtown Walk, Naas and surrounding areas in Co. Kildare. More Information to follow.
#IWLouth
: Update - Repairs to a burst water main affecting Drogheda and surrounds are now complete. However it will take a number of hours for supply to return to all customers. Please see for alternative water supply details.
IWKerry: Crews now on site working to repair the 600mm pipe that burst in
#Killarney
We hope to have supply restored by morning & we thank the public for their patience as we work with
@countykerry
to fix as soon as possible.
Following a status red weather warning, issued by Met Eireann, we will only be answering water related queries. Supply disruptions will continue to be posted. For emergencies, please contact 1850 278 278.
#BeastFromTheEast
#IrishWater
In Dublin, water pressure has been increasing since 7am. It may take some time for everyone to see the increase as water travels through the network. Please bear with us. It is important to continue to conserve water during the day where possible.
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#IWLouth
: Pump repair works may affect supply to Dunleer, Williamstown, Castlebellingham, Dromiskin, Dromin & surrounds. Works are now complete, supply will take several hours to be restored fully.
#IWDublin
: Leak detection works may affect supply to Kilmacud Road Upper, Dundrum & surrounds. Works are scheduled to take place from midnight until 8am on 29 January.
#IWCork
: We are currently investigating reports of a supply disruption to Douglas, Grange, Maryborough Hill, Monkstown, Frankfield and surrounds. More information to follow.
It’s a good idea to have a separate supply of fresh drinking water available in your home in case a water pipe freezes or bursts in cold temperatures. See for more
#WinterReady
tips.
@brefgosail
Hi there, good plumbing practice however would require your drinking water tap should be plumbed directly from the mains and not from a header tank. Water from a header tank should only be used for your hot water supply, showers, and flushing toilets. Thanks, Mairead.
#IWMayo
: Update- For those affected by a Do Not Consume Notice affecting Achill Public Water Supply, a list of the alternative water supply tanker locations has now been updated. Please see for more.
#IWMeath
: A Boil Water Notice has been issued for the Greater Dublin Area, including parts of Kildare and Dunboyne, Co Meath, with immediate effect. See for more.
#IWKerry
: Repairs to a burst water main may affect supply to Oakpark, Kileen, Clogherbrien, Ballyroe, Baloonagh, Kerrins Park, Spa, Tralee and surrounds. Crews are working to restore supply as soon as possible.
#IWDublin
: Repairs to a burst water main may affect supply to Ballymun, Santry and surrounds. Crews are working to restore supply as soon as possible.
#IWDublin
: Update - Step testing may cause supply disruptions to Holywell, Drummartin, Dundrum, Eden park, Drummartin Terrace, Drummartin Road , Mount Anville Lawn, Mount Anville Road, Goatstown Road and surrounds from midnight until 9:10am tomorrow.
#IWKerry
: Repairs to a burst water main may affect supply to Castleisland, Firies, Farranfore, Castlemaine, Ballymacelligot, Tralee and surrounds, crews are working to restore supply as soon as possible to all affected areas.
#IWCork
: Repairs to a burst water main may affect supply to Langford Row, Summerhill South, Quaker Road, Windmill Road, Southern Road, High Street, Capwell Road, Infirmary Road and surrounds until 3pm today.
@glenkingfisher
Hi there, thanks for reporting this! Can you DM us with your name, contact number and the exact address and we will investigate? Thanks
@mccallumchris
Hi, we are currently fixing leaks across Ireland’s water network through the Leakage Reduction Programme, by fixing or replacing old, damaged pipes. For more see & if you spot a leak in your area, please get in touch with us. Thanks.
#IWWexford
: We are currently investigating reports of a supply disruption to Killinick, Rosslare, Wexford Town and surrounds. More information to follow.
#IWDublin
: A Boil Water Notice has been issued for the Greater Dublin Area, including parts of Kildare and Dunboyne, Co Meath, with immediate effect. See for more.
Opening doors to unheated areas of your home occasionally to allow warm air to circulate can prevent pipes and tanks from freezing in the cold weather. See for more
#WinterReady
tips.
#BeastFromTheEast
#IWKildare
: The Boil Water Notice affecting the Greater Dublin Area, including parts of Kildare and Dunboyne in Co. Meath, has been lifted with immediate effect. See for more.
@davidfcoughlan
Hi, we are currently fixing leaks across Ireland’s water network through the Leakage Reduction Programme, by fixing or replacing old, damaged pipes. For more see & if you spot a leak in your area, please get in touch with us. Thanks.
#IWLouth
: Update - For those affected by repairs to a burst water main may affect supply to Donore Road, Termonfeckin, Drogheda and surrounds , works will now complete at 6am tomorrow.
#IWDublin
: Repairs to a burst water main may cause supply disruptions to Holly Park Avenue, Newtownpark Avenue, Blackrock and surrounds until 5pm today.
#IWDublin
: Water main repairs may cause low pressure and loss of supply to parts of Dublin City and South Dublin from Friday night until Saturday night. To see if your area is affected, please see .
#IWDublin
: A Boil Water Notice has been issued for the Greater Dublin Area, including parts of Kildare and Dunboyne, Co Meath, with immediate effect. See for more.
#IWDublin
: Update - For those affected by burst water main that may affect supply to Drumnigh Wood, Blackwood Lane, Coast Road, Limetree Avenue, Carrick Hill and surrounds in Portmarnock, works will now complete at 10am on 24 November.
#IWCork
: : Repairs to a burst water main may cause supply disruptions to Kanturck Town, Mallow road, Castlemagner, Banteer road and surrounding areas in Co. Cork until 1pm 6 June.