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Boiler Installations

New gas boilers fitted by a Gas Safe registered engineer, from like-for-like swaps to a change of system.
A survey first, so the boiler suits your home and how you use hot water.
Straight replacements, or a change of system such as a combi in place of a tank.
Old boiler removed, new controls set up and the installation registered.

What affects scope

  • A straight swap or a change of system type
  • Moving the boiler to a new position
  • Flue and condensate pipe routes
  • New controls or a hot-water cylinder

What to send first

  1. 1

    How many radiators and bathrooms you have

  2. 2

    Whether you want the boiler in the same place

Good fit when

  • Your boiler is old or keeps breaking down
  • You are changing from a tank system to a combi, or the other way round
  • A renovation means the boiler needs to move

Not sure whether to repair or replace? A repair visit will show whether the current boiler is worth fixing.

A new boiler is a big purchase, and the right one depends on your home rather than the brochure. Gareth is Gas Safe registered (number 520810) and installs gas boilers across Caterham and the nearby towns, whether that is a swap for a failing boiler or a change of system.

The survey

Before quoting, Gareth looks at the existing boiler, the number of radiators, how many people use hot water at once, and where the flue and condensate pipe can go. A combi suits many homes; a system boiler with a cylinder can suit busier households with more than one bathroom. He will explain which fits and why.

Installation day

The old boiler is taken out, the new one is fitted and connected, and the system is filled, tested and commissioned. Gareth shows you how the controls work before he leaves.

Repair or replace?

If your current boiler has a fault and you are not sure it is worth fixing, see Boiler Repairs.

What our customers say

“Rang Gareth with an issue and within the hour he called and resolved the issue. I have not used GR Plumbing before but will not hesitate to call now for all my boiler issues. Would highly recommend Gareth from G R Plumbing.”

Verified reviewer

“Gareth got us out of trouble when our boiler broke down 10 years ago and we've used Gareth for our annual boiler check ever since. He is an exceptional engineer, knowledgeable about all aspects of boilers and central heating systems. He keeps you informed and is always punctual, he always works clean and is very polite and friendly. A true old school craftsman. Well done!”

Verified reviewer

“We have been using GR Plumbing for over 10 years to do our annual boiler service and those of some rental properties. Always a pleasure to have Gareth around, excellent service and knowledge.”

Verified reviewer

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a boiler installation take?
It depends on the job. A swap in the same position is quicker than moving the boiler or changing the system type. Gareth will give you a timescale with the quote.
Which make of boiler will you fit?
Gareth will recommend a boiler to suit your home and budget, and you are welcome to ask about a particular make.
Do I need a combi or a system boiler?
A combi heats water as you use it and needs no tank, which suits most smaller homes. If two showers often run at once, a system boiler with a stored cylinder may work better. The survey settles it.

Contact

Or call us on 07954 321485

Details that help

  • How many radiators and bathrooms you have
  • Whether you want the boiler in the same place

Add up to 5 photos of the job.

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