United Utilities Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.7

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Evaluating 5,629 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. People consistently praise the friendly and polite staff who handle accounts, move inquiries, and customer service requests with remarkable care. Consumers highlight that emergency repairs and unexpected drainage blockages are addressed very promptly, leaving properties tidy and fully restored. Some reviewers were not happy with missed appointments, noting that scheduled engineers occasionally failed to show up at all. Others also felt frustrated by prolonged telephone wait times and difficulties in getting fast resolutions for complex problems. A few customers mentioned a lack of communication regarding ongoing repairs or expected completion dates.

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Customer service

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Service

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had a really nice chap called Mikey. To sort out on going issues regarding my water 15th September...He also came to sort it afew month's back.. Customer account technician department..United ut... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had to contact United utilities as I am moving home. Unfortunately the next home is not ready yet, but they were the only utility company able to put my account on standby until I am in the new hous... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I want to share some well-deserved praise for the customer service agent who handled my call on 11 September 2026 at around Approximate Time 04:06 PM. I called regarding a billing query. He was incred... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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Company details

  1. #6 of 18 best companies in Water utility company

About United Utilities

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We’re United Utilities, keeping the taps flowing and toilets flushing for 7 million people across the Northwest.

Every day, we supply water to homes and businesses across the region and take away and clean wastewater before it is safely returned to the environment.

Behind the scenes, we manage thousands of miles of pipes and sewers and look after reservoirs and treatment works - but what really matters is making sure customers can rely on us to deliver a first-class service 24 hours a day.

Visit our website to stay up to date on the work we're doing in your area, easily manage your account online or get support with your services.

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very Prompt

Very Prompt. Didn't have to wait around for hours. Found the problem & I got it fixed.

22 September 2026
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Reply from United Utilities

Hello Helen, we're pleased to hear that we were able to address your issue promptly and effectively. Thank you for sharing your positive experience! Take care, Adam

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer service by Adam the meter reader.

Today a young man called Adam came to read my meter. He struggled to get near it because some things had fallen over in his way. I told him to leave the meter reading and I would do it myself later. That would’ve been after I get somebody to lift and empty the water filled items that had fallen in its way. He very kindly emptied the water and moved the items and stacked them. Which was a massive help to me as I have spinal injuries and couldn’t do it myself. But it was also something he didn’t have to do, he chose to do it, he asked did I live alone. And he could see that I probably couldn’t manage it myself. I give him 10 out of 10 for customer service. Only took him a couple of minutes. It would’ve taken me forever to try to do them. He gives United utilities an excellent friendly customer facing company and an excellent impression to the customers. I hope they send him my 10/10 review.

22 September 2026
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Reply from United Utilities

We are incredibly grateful for your wonderful feedback and are so pleased to hear about your positive experience. It is great to hear Adam went above and beyond to assist you. Thank you for taking the time to share your story; it means a great deal to us. Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Micheal was helpful and went out his…

Micheal was helpful and went out his way to help with my bill

22 September 2026
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Reply from United Utilities

Thank you for your wonderful 5-star review! We are pleased to hear that you had such a positive experience and found Micheal helpful. Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The advisor was extremely helpful with…

The advisor was extremely helpful with me and explained all I needed to know about the process of moving address very clearly
Thanks so much

9 September 2026
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Reply from United Utilities

We're so pleased to hear that our advisor was extremely helpful and clearly explained the process of moving address. Thank you for your kind feedback! Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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Hi thank you for the service, I never had problems with the water suply.

14 September 2026
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Reply from United Utilities

We're so pleased to hear that you've had a consistently positive experience with our service and water supply. Thank you for sharing your kind feedback! Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpful information and service

Helpful information and service, thank you.

20 September 2026
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Reply from United Utilities

Thank you for your wonderful 5-star review! We are so pleased to hear that you found our information and service helpful. We truly appreciate your feedback. Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Shockingly bad trying to get to speak…

Shockingly bad trying to get to speak to a person as I couldn't resolve on line but after a 15 minute wait they person who eventually answered was excellent

21 September 2026
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Reply from United Utilities

We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that the person you eventually spoke with was excellent. We understand that waiting 15 minutes to connect with us was frustrating, and we are working to improve our response times. Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lady was very helpful and understanding

Lady was very helpful and understanding

21 September 2026
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Reply from United Utilities

We're so pleased to hear you had such a positive experience with our team. Thank you for taking the time to share this with us. Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Karen B was very efficient and…

Karen B was very efficient and explained everything to me politely and patiently. Excellent customer service and very helpful.
Thank you Karen.

21 September 2026
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Reply from United Utilities

We're so pleased to hear that Karen was efficient and explained everything clearly and patiently. It's wonderful to know you received excellent and helpful customer service! Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpful friendly staff

Helpful friendly guy I'm a new customer and he set me up with an account very quickly and efficiently

14 September 2026
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Reply from United Utilities

Hi Karen, thanks for the lovely feedback! It's great to hear the advisor was friendly, helpful and got everything sorted :) Beth

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

polite,knowledgable staff

polite,knowledgable staff who listened and give clear and simple advice to resolve matter

12 September 2026
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Reply from United Utilities

Hello, thanks for taking the time to leave a review! We're delighted to hear the advisor listened to your concerns and provided straightforward advice to help resolve the issue. Thanks again, Beth

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very helpful staff member.

Very helpful staff member and she fully explained my apparent problem with my water bill.

21 September 2026
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Reply from United Utilities

Hello Peter, we're pleased to hear that our staff member was able to fully explain the situation with your water bill. Thank you for your kind words and the 5-star review!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer service…

The assistant I spoke to was knowledgeable and helped me promptly.

13 September 2026
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Reply from United Utilities

We're so pleased to hear that our team was knowledgeable and helped you promptly. Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience with us! Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service

21 September 2026
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Reply from United Utilities

Hello Andrew, thank you for taking the time to share your recent experience with us and let us know if you need anything else in the meantime. Enjoy the rest of your day, Adam

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The call I had with United Utilities…

The call I had with United Utilities the person answered my questipn quickly and resolved it satisfactorily.I was kept in touch as to exactly the time for reconnection.
When it came on I did get small blue shavings in the filter in the toilet resolved now. I appreciated you informing me

20 September 2026
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Reply from United Utilities

Hi Gwen, thank you for your feedback. It's great to hear the team kept you informed and were able to answer your questions. We're pleased the issue with the blue shavings has now been resolved. Take care, Beth

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very helpful and very efficient…

Very helpful and very efficient customer service and engineer. Friendly

16 September 2026
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Reply from United Utilities

Thank you for your fantastic 5-star review Judith! We are pleased to hear that you found our customer service and engineer to be helpful, efficient, and friendly. We appreciate your feedback.

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