WATER meters which help to detect bursts quickly are due to be installed on part of South East Water’s network in Farnham in April.

The meters, which are different to domestic water meters, will be put on the underground pipes in Aveley Lane, near the junction with Frensham Road.

South East Water’s delivery manager Chris Love said: “The meters record the amount of water passing through our pipelines and the water pressure in a particular area.

“By monitoring this we can see how much water is being used and, if there is a drastic change in the water pressure, it may indicate a burst, which we can respond to quickly.”

The work is due to start on Monday, April 11, and will take approximately two weeks to complete.

As a safety precaution for pedestrians, motorists and the contractor, the section of Aveley Lane with the junction of Frensham Road will need to be closed for the duration of the works.

The diversion route, which has been agreed in conjunction with Surrey County Council Highways, will be clearly signposted for the duration of the work.

Mr Love continued: “We know this closure will cause some disruption to motorists, but we need to do all we can to prevent the inconvenience and damage caused when water mains burst. We will work as quickly as possible to get the meters installed.”