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Very high standard of work carried out by Mark. Solved my issue,very knowledgeable,punctual and tidy. Would recommend & certainly use again.
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Making sure your home is warm and dry means ensuring your radiators are working efficiently before a winter cold snap hits. Whether you want to swap an old model for a sleek designer unit or relocate a radiator during a home renovation, Rated People connects you with trusted local heating engineers and plumbers. Post your job for free today to get leak-free, professional quotes.
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What can a professional radiator specialist help with?
Ensuring you have enough radiators installed in the right places is a basic requirement for a comfortable home. Central heating systems involve pressurised hot water and delicate pipe networks, meaning any upgrades or changes are best handled by an experienced professional. A local heating specialist ensures your system functions safely by managing all your radiator and zoning needs:
- New radiator installation & upgrades: Safely draining down your system to replace outdated models with high-efficiency panel, column, or vertical designer radiators before a winter freeze hits.
- Relocation & bracket fitting: Lifting floorboards, measuring precisely, and altering copper or plastic underfloor pipework to move a radiator to a brand-new wall location.
- Valve replacements: Upgrading manual valves to modern Thermostatic Radiator Valves (TRVs) and carefully calibrating lock-shield valves to ensure balanced, even heat distribution across the property.
- Zoning radiators with underfloor heating: Configuring advanced hybrid layouts, such as energy-efficient underfloor heating on a concrete screed ground floor and conventional radiators on timber floorboards upstairs, using independent two-port valves and thermostats.
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How much does radiator installation cost?
The overall fee depends primarily on the number of units you are replacing, their sizes, and whether the tradesperson needs to modify your walls or underlying pipework:
- Straightforward like-for-like swap: Replacing an old radiator with a new unit of the exact same size generally takes less than a day and costs between £150 to £300 in labour.
- More complex or multiple installations: If you are changing radiator sizes, drilling new wall brackets, or moving pipework to line up the valves, expect to pay upwards of £500 for the additional labour and adjustments.
- System balancing & valve upgrades: Fitting new TRVs or performing a full system balance to clear cold spots usually adds £40 to £80 per radiator in labour.
What is the difference between DIY radiator installation and hiring a professional?
Attempting a DIY installation can quickly lead to costly, leak-induced headaches that eat up your hard-earned savings:
- DIY risks: Bleeding, draining, and uncoupling heavy radiators is an incredibly messy process. If you don't clean the valve threads with wire wool and wrap them securely with PTFE tape, you risk slow, hidden water leaks that cause massive structural damage to your flooring. Furthermore, if you don't count the exact turns required to balance the lock-shield valve, your whole central heating system will become unbalanced, leaving some rooms freezing cold.
- Professional advantages: A professional plumber has the tools, the experience, and the spare pair of hands required to lift heavy units cleanly. They ensure the wall brackets can support a water-filled radiator, line up the valves with absolute precision, and fill the system back up safely, releasing trapped air without letting dirty sludge compromise your boiler.
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Other radiator FAQ's
Do I need a Gas Safe registered engineer to change a radiator?
Installing a new radiator on its own does not legally require formal gas qualifications, as the tradesperson isn't touching your boiler's gas line. However, because radiators are tied directly to your wider central heating network, this service is almost always delivered by professionals who specialise in broader heating engineering. Choosing a Gas Safe registered installer is a massive bonus and a great sign that they are fully qualified to look after your entire system safely.
Can underfloor heating and radiators work together in the same house?
Yes, they make a fantastic partnership. A highly common arrangement is installing water-based underfloor heating on the ground floor (which is perfect for concrete screed) and keeping radiators on the first floor where suspended timber makes underfloor retrofitting trickier. A professional plumber will install a two-port valve into each system, allowing you to control your upstairs radiators with a standard timer while managing your downstairs underfloor heating with dedicated room thermostats.
What should I ask a heating specialist before work begins?
To protect your home and budget, ask your tradesperson these key questions: Does your quote include full system draining, refilling, and lock-shield balancing? Are you able to install a radiator that works alongside my existing underfloor heating setup? Do you carry active public liability insurance to cover any accidental water damage?
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Family business with over 35 years experience. We are a multi trade business and can undertake everything from drawing up plans to laying carpet. We are also contractors for a number of local authorities.
Hello. My name is Rafael There is no job what can't be done by Me... Any job Undertaken. Job done from Beginning till Finish Call out Availble 5 Years Warranty for Bathroom Fitting
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My name is Cyrus, and I’m currently working with Checkant Trade. I’ve recently registered on Rated People, but unfortunately, I don’t have any reviews there yet. All of my reviews are on Checkant Trade, and I’ll leave the link to my Checkant Trade profile here if you’d like to read them. My clients have been satisfied with my work, and I pride myself on professionalism. While my main focus here is painting, I also handle other renovation tasks like plumbing, flooring, carpentry, and door installations. I provide both interior and exterior painting using high-quality Graco spray equipment. If you’re looking for top-notch, professional work, please let me know, and I’ll be happy to provide you with a quote. I’m confident that you’ll be pleased with the results.
BCA Property Services provide maintenance, repair, renovation and property rental services. Specialising in property renovations for landlords and the private individual, we will take care of all aspects of your renovation from start to finish. BCA are a multi trade company who take the hassle factor out of renovations and refurbs. BCA Property also provide smaller repair and maintenance services as well as running a substantial rental property portfolio in the NE of Scotland.
Highly efficient and extremely talented tradesperson. Would thoroughly recommend.
TS Gas pride themselves on their high standards of work and competitive pricing. They have been trading in the industry for 15 years. Their reliable staff cover Berks, Oxfordshire and parts of Hampshire with a 24-hour call-out service. They carry out work on all types of heating systems, from small flats to large 8 bedroom houses with multiple bathrooms, GAS, LPG and OIL. They also repair and maintain to offer customers a one stop shop for future comfort and simplicity. No enquiry too big or small.
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We are a local company with over 30 years experience in all types of Plumbing and Heating, Gas safe (corgi) registered for a long time as you can see from our very low gas safe registration number..... 39310 ! I trained as a teenager in My Fathers Business when I left School, worked as an apprentice for His Plumbers and Gas Engineers (1 of of them was my Uncle) until - I went to college and Studied to Be Qualified Myself. After 10yrs working for my Dads Company firstly as a Plumber then after 5 yrs Got my Gas qualification. A little over 4 years after that, I made the Step to Work for myself and be my own Boss, and Now my eldest son is now also training to be a plumber and renewables specialist. Also Both of My Brothers are Gas Safe Engineers -Keeping up the family Tradition That My Grandfather Started. Now I am training my son in the trade!
Just called once and not returned and now job is closed as well. Can’t even repost
GB Maintenance is a family run business with over 40 years experience in all areas of property maintenance from call outs to full refurbishments. Our team of helpful engineers are all qualified and hear to help.
Jack came out to assess the problem and after some investigation pointed out I had mis diagnosed the issue and that it wasn't such a big job as i had thought. We agreed scope, price and time to perform the remedial work. His associate Richie performed the work professionally and quickly. I can't leave 5 out of 5 as Richie was 3 hours late and I had received no update to let me know. But other than that very happy with their service.
At Designs and Developments we welcome the chance to work with you on your project. We have the experience and technical knowledge to guide and assist you in making the correct choices. We offer a design, supply and install service or if you prefer any combination of the three. We work with selected specialist suppliers and manufactures to ensure a finish to an extremely high standard of craftsmanship. We are more than willing to go that little bit extra to ensure you get exactly what you want and more. We are proud of the services we offer which is why we are recommended time and time again. We pride ourselves on the high level of service, professionalism and expertise, all of which can be seen in the work we produce. All domestic work is undertaken — No job is too big or small. We offer Call Outs to all our customers. All work is fully guaranteed. We specialise in providing a wide and varied interior and exterior services portfolio which is aimed at giving you piece of mind by choosing one company. Our services include bathroom and kitchen refurbishments, extensions and loft conversions, flooring including tiles, laminates, engineered and solid woods, painting and decorating, curtains, wooden blinds, rugs and carpets.
Welcome to Easy Fix Heating Ltd run by Ian and Dave, we undergo all aspects of the trade, no job too big no job too small were here to help you. Professional and reliable plumbers in your area. Free quotes. Boilers Tanks Leaks Bathrooms And all aspects of plumbing and heating
Pocock developments has been trading in and around Berkshire and the home counties for some 30 years with great references. its a family run business with myself and my wife Kerry. We Produce fixed price quotations. we are Elecsa certified.
Spencer at Pocock Developments project managed our work very well. From the fully detailed quote, to advising on any pricing changes and providing some extra plastering work - got to say everything was managed smoothly and transparently, and the one hiccup over the roof tiles was put right quickly. Plus we appreciated Myron and Ivan's eye for detail and managing their work around the weather. Our two dormers look great, so thanks Pocock Development and we'd definitely use them again ????
At Freeman's Plumbing And Bathrooms we take great pride in all of our work whether it’s a small job such as repairing a dripping tap or a full bathroom or kitchen installation. We have 14 years experience in the construction industry and have City and Guilds qualifications. We will assist you in creating your perfect bathroom, cloakroom or kitchen.
Jack was on time .and professional. He did the job quickly and neatly under less than ideal conditions. I wouldn't hesitate to ask him back for the bigger job on the horizon.
London Gas is a gas central heating and plumbing company that has been established for over 30 years. We cover all areas of North, West, East London and Hertfordshire Our commitment is to help you every step of the way to ensure you get the right heating for your home. London Gas is a family run heating and plumbing company with many years experience. We have worked hard to build a reputation for quality that leads to many of our customers recommending us to family and friends. We take pride in delivering the highest standard of workmanship. Whether you have an emergency, need central heating, a new boiler installation, repair or servicing and you want to get a safe professional every time choose London Gas. We guarantee any work completed by London Gas for 12 months. London Gas are Gas Safe registered plus Valliant Approved registered installers, this means you will get extended manufacturer's warranty from a standard 2 years up to a maximum of 10 years.
Charlie responded and came immediately. Installed a new shower pump - also new shower and taps and redid some pipe work. Great job and a really nice guy. Thanks Charlie!
Install Combi & Conversion boilers, central heating, Cooker, Cooker hub & service the gas appliances and issue the yearly certificate and breakdowns. Working on gas industry since 04 years. Gas Safe Registered.
Providing all aspects of plumbing and heating. All works to be carried out by a fully qualified gas safe plumber with 15+ years experience. Family run business started in 2022, to give you exactly what you need and ask for. I don’t have problems only ever have solution’s.
Did not turn up in the morning. I had to travel to meet this tradesman as I don’t live in the property. He didn’t bother to let me know he is not coming. After texting him he said “ Am so sorry i didn’t update my diary can i come see you tomorrow morning ?” When I said he is not getting a good feedback then he’s changed the excuse to “daughter unwell”, certainly a lie. I’ve seen his FB business page so he is a bathroom fitter and joiner?!! I think I’ve had a lucky escape. Avoid.
JAMES WINNEY HEATING AND PLUMBING
Prompt and helpful.
Under taking works on any domestic gas appliances. Services, installations, new builds or refurbishment. Also plumbing works such a bathroom, kitchen or heating installations. Our main aim is customer satisfaction and do our best to achieve it. We are offering reasonable prices and our working hours are flexible.
The job was done the same day with no drama. I'm very pleased.
Plumbing & heating engineers in the Merseyside area covering the North West. Bathrooms Boilers Underfloor heating Unvented cylinders All aspects of domestic plumbing & gas work.
Charlie done a fantastic job and was very clean and tidy would highly recommend
Mbg builders ltd is a professional building Company. We have been helping domestic Clients across the West London since 2012. We specialists in… Bathroom installation and repair Electric and plumbing and heating Painting and decoration Carpentry work Plaster and skimming Property maintenance Tiles floor and walls Emergency drainage Electric underfloor heating Also we provide very reasonable price Basins . Taps .bathtub.shower tray . Radiators.tiles .showers.all bathroom Material.
Contacted and then didn’t show up. No apology, no info, just text to say would come next day. Waste of time!
If you looking for honest , reliable and experienced over 10 years people who does great work at reasonable prices then look no further. Professional , Clean and friendly services . No job too big too small, top quality, satisfaction guaranteed. We cover all general domestic work. Our services include : whole house refurbishment, painting , decorating, wallpapering, wall and floor tiling wood flooring, plastering,. Exterior : painting and repairs, garden , paving. Any work small or big please feel free to give us a call for a free instant quote.
Artur of Max Art was very professional and did an excellent job. Nothing was too much trouble for him, moving furniture, masking etc. even coming back to check his work after the paint had dried. Very clean and tidy with no fuss or mess. He just worked until the job was complete. A really good service. I will definitely use again.
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