The Environment Minister Alan Kelly says he doesn't believe second call-out charges by Irish Water should exceed 188 euro.

The utility has pledged to fix the first leak for free - but details have yet to be announced about how it plans to deal with subsequent leaks.

In the Dail last night, Minister Alan Kelly said amounts in excess of 188 euro had been mentioned in media reports.

He said while the cost is a matter for the regulator - he believes the figures mentioned are too much.