Uisce Éireann crews will start work next week on major mains replacement works to the west of Galway City – the water company will replace more than a kilometre of aging cast iron mains with modern, plastic pipes.
The works, which are being carried out under Uisce Éireann’s National Leak Reduction Programme, will reduce rates of leakage on the network and will provide a more secure and reliable water supply for homes and businesses in the area.
In total, 1,150 metres of mains will be replaced in the programme of works. The project will also involve laying new water service connections from the public water mains in the road to customers’ property boundaries, and connecting these to the customers’ water supply.
Works are due to begin on 11 August and will continue through the autumn, with an estimated completion date of early 2026.
Speaking about the significant improvement works, Uisce Éireann programme manager Enda Mac Namara said the residents and businesses owners of the Maunsells Road and Taylor’s Road areas can look forward to improved water quality and a more secure supply.
"These mains replacement works are essential to improve the quality of drinking water being supplied to homes and businesses in this area of Galway City.
“Once complete, Uisce Éireann customers in the surrounding areas will be able to enjoy a more secure and reliable supply.
“The works will also enable Uisce Éireann to reduce levels of leakage on the network, helping to protect and conserve our vital water resources.”
The works will be carried out by Farrans Construction on behalf of Uisce Éireann.
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