Utilities
Multi-Utility Connections: Gas, Water, Electric and Drainage Explained
18 Jul 2026
Every new build, extension, or major renovation requires connection to essential utilities.
THE FOUR ESSENTIAL UTILITIES
Electricity
Connecting to the electricity network involves designing a cable route from the nearest DNO main to your consumer unit. Typical costs: ??2,000 to ??15,000.
Water and Sewerage
Water connections are managed by your regional water company. Typical costs: water connection ??1,500 ??? ??6,000, sewerage connection ??2,000 ??? ??8,000.
Gas
Gas connections are managed by the local Gas Distribution Network. Typical costs: ??1,000 ??? ??4,000.
Drainage
Below-ground drainage carries foul water from your property to the public sewer. Typical costs: ??3,000 ??? ??12,000.
COST SUMMARY
Electricity: ??3,000 ??? ??10,000
Water: ??1,500 ??? ??6,000
Gas: ??1,000 ??? ??4,000
Drainage: ??3,000 ??? ??12,000
Total: ??8,500 ??? ??32,000
WHY CHOOSE LUCSTAR FOR UTILITY CONNECTIONS?
Lucstar operates dedicated utility installation teams with expertise across all four services. Our in-house project management ensures all utility providers are coordinated and your construction programme stays on track.
GET A FREE UTILITY QUOTE
Contact Lucstar Construction for a detailed, fixed-price proposal covering all four services.
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