Parts of Blackheath were underwater after contractors accidentally damaged a pipe and flooded 19 properties.
Contractors working in Meadowcourt Road at the junction of Lee Road damaged a 12-inch water pipe at around 11am Saturday morning.
The flood happened just one week after Lee High Road re-opened after a water main burst.
Blackheath Flooring were one of the businesses hit by floods. Photo: Blackheath Flooring
Thames Water director Bob Collington said: "It has been an extremely difficult week and, having visited and spoken to a number of those impacted, I am personally devastated for those customers who have suffered flooding so close to Christmas.
"We are doing everything we can to help them and will make sure they are not left out of pocket for what has happened.
“The bursts are a clear reminder that we need to keep investing in our ageing and sometimes fragile network, with many pipes in London well over 100 years old.
"I have started a full investigation into recent events to understand what has gone wrong and, as a top priority, will look at every single way possible to reduce the risk of any further disruption.”
Have you been affected by the flooding? Get in touch on 01689 885 725 or email jessica.clark@london.newsquest.co.uk.
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