You can then use the water from the kitchen tap as usual. If you have any lead pipework between the stop valve outside your home and your kitchen tap, the best solution is to replace it with copper or plastic pipework. It can be required to do this free of charge. Make sure that removing lead water pipes does not reduce electrical safety by removing earthing. Ask your electricity supplier if in doubt.
Grants are available for renovation and minor works for households with low income.
Information about this may be obtained from your local authority. From your local Water Company From your Local Authority Environmental Health Officer From a Qualified Plumber such as one registered with the Institute of Plumbing or approved by your Water Company.