Find a local radiator specialist near me
Over 10,000 rated tradespeople
are ready to help you get your job done
Over 3 million happy homeowners
have found a quality tradesperson
Over 1 million ratings
with 88,000 5* ratings in the last 12 months
Join our group of happy customers
Thousands of homeowners, thousands of success stories
Thousands of 5 star reviews
Read real reviews from customers about their service experiences.
Very high standard of work carried out by Mark. Solved my issue,very knowledgeable,punctual and tidy. Would recommend & certainly use again.
Patrick
Viktor and his team thanks so very much for all your hard work these guys know how to give a professional job very approachable nothing too much trouble they just get on with the job so we didn't have too worry would have them back in a heartbeat
Linda
Excellent service, easy to deal with, good price. Would recommend and will definitely use again.
Anne
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.
Browse Radiator specialists
Take a look at our Radiator specialists profiles, read reviews and request quotes directly.
Find a local radiator specialist near me
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- New radiator installation & upgrades: Safely draining down your system to replace outdated models with high-efficiency panel, column, or vertical designer radiators before a winter freeze hits.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.
Find a local radiator installer
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.
Find a local radiator installe
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?
Sign up as a radiator specialist
Are you a qualified plumber or a Gas Safe registered heating engineer? Homeowners across the UK are actively looking for skilled local pros to prepare their properties for winter, replace old radiators with designer panels, and balance complex hybrid heating systems. Join Rated People today to gain access to live heating leads in your area, eliminate individual lead costs with our Unlimited Plan, and grow your business.
ABOUT US: At Safeway Build Ltd, we understand that your house is more than just bricks and mortar, it is your home. This is why we pride ourselves on delivering a reliable and personalised service to all our customers throughout the local area. Ever since opening our doors back in 2001, we’ve been committed to our clients’ unique project needs and achieving their utmost satisfaction with our work. More about our owner, Florin Nazare is a trained professional and has been a member of the FMB (Federation of Master Builders) since 2014. With someone who's worked in this industry for little over 20 years, you are certain to have a perfect end result to all of your projects. We offer an extensive range of services, all of which are carried out to the very highest standards of quality and safety. We offer free, no obligation quotations to assess your individual requirements and will always treat your home with the utmost care and respect. Building a relationship with our clients and their homes is what connects us more with the job in hand, which is why we are able to give you exactly what you wanted. Whether you are looking for loft conversions or extensions, all our services are carried out carefully, efficiently and to an exceptionally high standard of quality. We are happy to undertake any domestic work. At Safeway Build Ltd, no job is too big or too small. If your property is located out of our regions of operations, feel free to contact us as we may see to be able to work something out! WE OFFER THE FOLLOWING SERVICES: - New Builds - Extensions - Renovations - Loft Conversions - Alterations - General Building - Conversions - Refurbishments - Kitchens - Bathrooms - Carpentry - Tiling - Decorating - Plumbing - Electrical Work WE OPERATE IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: SE London, SW London, S London, Sutton, Croydon, Beckenham, Sydenham, Dulwich, Bromley, Kent, and Surrey Areas
Florin fitted my new bathroom and kitchen . He was very polite, always punctual and reliable and completed the work to a high standard. I would use his services again and recommend him for installation of bathrooms and kitchens.
We work with designers and planners on Construction projects and Homeowners privately jobs . -Measures building materials and spaces for installation accurately. -Orders materials as needed. -Creates materials that fit the client expectations. -Assembles sturdy and well-constructed floorboards, Skirting, Window frames, Doors, Door lining, Fitted furniture , Kitchen installation, Shelving, and more.³ -Utilizes skills in other related trades such as: Roofing, Painting, Tiling, Plastering, etc. -Carry out second fix and first fix as well.
excellent
Here at Todd Property Services we pride ourself on our experience and workmanship. With over 15 years experience across all trades including: Plumbing Landscaping Groundworks and Drainage Driveways Painting and Decorating Bricklaying and repointing Wood work Concrete finishing Fencing Guttering Garden and site clearance Jet washing and cleaning. We aim to complete every job in a professional, clean and timely matter. Customer satisfaction is key. There is no job too big and no job too small and we are keen to take on challenging and difficult jobs. We look forward to working for you.
FINISHERS. You're complete building & decorating solutions. Established 1995 , finishers is a family ran business in the centre of Cambridge we guarantee any work undertaken will be completed to the highest standards. For a free quote contact FINISHERS
my potting shed was reglazed and the rotten wood replaced arrived on time to give an estimate Work completed to a high standard prompt reliable Michael was open honest and the work done was value for money
Welcome to General Overhaul Group Ltd.We are a professional company and all work is carried out with the customers needs in mind - from small to large projects.We provide a wide range of services. Insurance work , cscs , cpcs , nvq level ,generaloverhaul
Slav and his team worked tirelessly over several days to clear a significant amount of garden soil and relocated a deck in preparation for a new patio. He then organised retaining wall footings and an mot surface ready for the next phase. Throught, he and his team communicated about progress and sought clarification when appropriate. The job was completed on time and in budget and the team always cleared up at the end of the work day. I'm very pleased with Slav's service and have engaged him again.
Excellent service and very nice chap will use again and would highly recommend him
Hosny Ltd is a Property&Maintenance company with experienced staff for over 15 years, offering a good job to high standards and fair prices. We are offering a range of different services needed into a property. Choose us and you'll not regret it !!!
We could not have been happier with Sam, 11 out of 10. Very professional and very kind, would definitely ask him for any other help needed within our household.
'%3e%3cpath%20fill-rule='evenodd'%20clip-rule='evenodd'%20d='M12.5%2020.392a1%201%200%2001-.54.888l-5.274%202.73a1%201%200%2001-1.435-1.109l1.494-6.588a1%201%200%2000-.306-.964l-4.723-4.254c-.65-.586-.287-1.666.585-1.74l6.105-.514a1%201%200%2000.846-.629L12.5%200v20.392z'%20fill='%23F7DB34'%20/%3e%3c/g%3e%3c/svg%3e){kind=small}
Jack of All Trades – Experienced, Reliable & Fully Versatile Home Improvement With over 8 years’ experience in the building and property improvement industry, Jack of All Trades provides a complete service for homeowners looking for quality workmanship without having to deal with multiple different trades. We take on everything from smaller repairs and maintenance jobs through to larger renovations, refurbishments and complete design & build projects. Our experience across a wide range of trades means we can often take care of an entire project from start to finish. Our services include: • Roofing and roof repairs • Carpentry and joinery • Plastering and rendering • Painting and decorating • Plumbing • Groundwork and drainage • Landscaping • Property repairs and maintenance • General building work • Renovations and refurbishments • Design & build • And much more Whether you need a straightforward repair, improvements to your garden, work on your roof, a room renovated or a complete project planned and built, we're happy to discuss the job and find the right solution. We pride ourselves on being practical, reliable and straightforward. Having experience across so many areas of construction means we can look at a job as a whole rather than simply focusing on one individual trade. This can make projects easier to manage, particularly when several different aspects of work are involved. Customer satisfaction is extremely important to us, and our Rated People profile shows our previous work so you can read other people's experiences We aim to provide a professional service, clear communication and quality workmanship on every job, whether it's a small repair or a major project. If you've got a job that needs doing, feel free to get in touch. If we can do it, it will be done.
I specialise in providing a wide range of heating, gas and plumbing services to domestic customers throughout Essex, Hertfordshire and London. My aim is to provide all of my customers with a professional, honest and reliable service that is excellent value for money. I am a highly skilled and experienced Gas Safe engineer with plumbing qualifications and experience, giving you complete peace of mind that your gas and plumbing works are in safe hands. I'm
A pleasure to deal with. It was a small job but communication was great, turned up exactly when he said and cleared up fully after. Highly recommended
Over 15yrs in the trades I carry out all general plumbing and heating including all aspects of domestic gas work and some light commercial
We offer Powerflush, Bathroom services, General plumbing service Leakages, Overflowing sinks and toilets, Burst or corroding pipe, Shower fitting, Leaking taps and faucets, drainage, Valve and radiator replacements, Garbage disposal, Waterg tanks, Hot water Cylinders. At MT Plumbing & Heating, We provide quality services. Customer satisfaction is foremost. With the best trained engineers yielding years of experiences and providing all kinds of domestic plumbing and heating jobs including powerflushing. We also offer emergency plumbing and heating services
Although new to rated people, we are a fully insured, reliable company based in West Sussex with over 20 years of experience. We provide a wide range of services within domestic, commercial and industrial premises.
Our company is made out of hard working individuals with more than 30 years experience in the construction industry. We are specialised in loft conversions even though we can do any construction related work in any buildings. We have experience in loft conversions, painting, tiles placement, shutter carpenter work, brick work, laminate flooring, insulation placement, kitchen and bathroom fitting, plasterboard placement and many more. As we are new to this website we would appreciate some positive feedback after finishing the related work.
We are based in Exeter and offer property alterations & improvements, garage conversions & extensions, carpentry, plumbing, painting & decorating, kitchens & bathrooms, landscape gardening, fencing, log cabins. We are CRB checked & insured to £5M
Extremely useful to know someone with abilities spanning across different professions. He really is Handy Andy! Genuine and very pleasant.
Hi, Thanks for visiting R Renforth Plumbing and Heating rated people profile page. We have combined domestic and commercial plumbing in the North East of over 45 years. From leaking taps and even commercial works, we have it all covered. We have hundreds of happy customers and all of our work is completed to the highest standards in the industry. We are also moving into the renewable energy industry and carrying out service and installation on air source and ground source heat pumps. Thanks for visiting our page and call us anytime if you need us for any of the above works. Thanks R Renforth
Would happily use this company again, it wasn’t a big job but but they were happy to do it in a timeframe that suited me. They arrived on time were friendly and polite
Hi I am Brian Smith and have over 30 years in the plumbing industry and can offer you a friendly, reliable cost effective service for all your plumbing, heating and drainage needs.
Done a great job
My name is wayne bonsor and the director of I can build Solutions Limited. We are a Drainage and Plumbing company based in Cheltenham. I've been in the industry for over 30 years. We have fully stock van with high pressure drain jetters! We also specialising emergency Plumbing on commercial and domestic properties? We are fully qualified Plumbers with invented systems Solar and Heat recovery systems.
Great communication, on time and job done.
Water Trade and Build Trade Services have been established for over 17 years. We are ready to assist with your Building, maintenance or plumbing projects. We are fully insured and directly employ our team of skilled tradesmen.
Once the initial contact was firmly established with "the office" everything went smoothly, efficiently and with professionalism.
TYBIM is a well-established company which has built up a first-class reputation in the construction and property maintenance sector by successfully delivering high-quality services and projects. Our core values are quality and efficiency.
(The work turned out to be considerably larger than originally thought). Everything about this company was excellent. There were no extra charged. I would recommend these people based on our experience with them.
'%20rx='20'%20/%3e%3cg%20fill='%23FFF'%3e%3cpath%20d='M29.376%2016.914c-.555%200-1.006.454-1.006%201.013v37.416c0%20.578.472%201.014%201.097%201.014h34.109a1.007%201.007%200%200%200%20.972-.83%201.012%201.012%200%200%200-.161-.76l-6.446-9.416c-.375-.548-.567-1.085-.586-1.642-.034-.977.516-1.952%201.402-2.483%204.8-2.878%205.808-7.575%205.808-11.009%200-7.335-5.925-13.303-13.207-13.303H29.376ZM63.594%2059.75H29.467c-2.505%200-4.467-1.936-4.467-4.408V17.927c0-2.43%201.963-4.408%204.376-4.408h21.982c9.14%200%2016.577%207.49%2016.577%2016.698%200%205.879-2.46%2010.687-6.944%2013.607l6.17%209.017c1.37%202.002.868%204.752-1.12%206.132a4.336%204.336%200%200%201-2.44.778h-.007Z'%20/%3e%3cpath%20d='M38.767%2027.797c0-.749.603-1.357%201.347-1.357h6.427c3.979%200%206.426%201.72%206.426%205.099v.123c0%203.132-2.325%205.098-6.365%205.098h-3.848l-3.985%203.998V36.76h-.002v-8.963'%20/%3e%3c/g%3e%3cpath%20fill='%23FFF'%20fill-rule='nonzero'%20d='M18.176%2069.2h2.156v3.878h3.976V69.2h2.156V79h-2.156v-3.934h-3.976V79h-2.156v-9.8Zm16.428%207.98c.43%200%20.826-.08%201.19-.238a2.72%202.72%200%200%200%20.931-.658c.257-.28.457-.604.602-.973a3.21%203.21%200%200%200%20.217-1.183V74.1c0-.42-.072-.817-.217-1.19-.145-.373-.35-.7-.616-.98a2.96%202.96%200%200%200-.945-.665%202.873%202.873%200%200%200-1.19-.245c-.439%200-.838.08-1.197.238-.36.159-.667.378-.924.658s-.457.604-.602.973a3.21%203.21%200%200%200-.217%201.183v.028c0%20.42.072.817.217%201.19a2.959%202.959%200%200%200%201.554%201.645c.36.163.758.245%201.197.245Zm-.028%201.988a5.343%205.343%200%200%201-2.086-.399%205.187%205.187%200%200%201-1.645-1.078%204.823%204.823%200%200%201-1.078-1.596%205.029%205.029%200%200%201-.385-1.967V74.1c0-.7.13-1.356.392-1.967a5.075%205.075%200%200%201%201.085-1.61%205.05%205.05%200%200%201%201.652-1.092%205.395%205.395%200%200%201%202.093-.399c.756%200%201.451.133%202.086.399a5.187%205.187%200%200%201%201.645%201.078c.462.453.821.985%201.078%201.596.257.611.385%201.267.385%201.967v.028c0%20.7-.13%201.356-.392%201.967a5.075%205.075%200%200%201-1.085%201.61%205.05%205.05%200%200%201-1.652%201.092%205.395%205.395%200%200%201-2.093.399Zm8.14-9.968h2.324l2.576%204.144%202.576-4.144h2.324V79h-2.142v-6.398l-2.758%204.186h-.056l-2.73-4.144V79h-2.114v-9.8Zm13.152%200h7.392v1.918h-5.25v1.988h4.62v1.918h-4.62v2.058h5.32V79h-7.462v-9.8Zm13.866%209.94a6.49%206.49%200%200%201-2.198-.385%205.817%205.817%200%200%201-1.96-1.183l1.274-1.526c.448.364.908.653%201.379.868.471.215.987.322%201.547.322.448%200%20.796-.082%201.043-.245a.771.771%200%200%200%20.371-.679v-.028a.85.85%200%200%200-.077-.371.778.778%200%200%200-.294-.301%203.079%203.079%200%200%200-.602-.28c-.257-.093-.59-.191-1.001-.294a12.201%2012.201%200%200%201-1.344-.406%203.787%203.787%200%200%201-1.022-.553%202.237%202.237%200%200%201-.651-.819c-.154-.327-.231-.733-.231-1.218v-.028c0-.448.084-.852.252-1.211.168-.36.404-.67.707-.931a3.183%203.183%200%200%201%201.085-.602c.42-.14.882-.21%201.386-.21a5.86%205.86%200%200%201%201.981.322%205.743%205.743%200%200%201%201.659.924l-1.12%201.624a7.1%207.1%200%200%200-1.288-.707%203.292%203.292%200%200%200-1.26-.259c-.42%200-.735.082-.945.245-.21.163-.315.366-.315.609v.028c0%20.159.03.296.091.413.06.117.17.222.329.315s.376.182.651.266c.275.084.623.182%201.043.294.495.13.936.278%201.323.441.387.163.714.36.98.588.266.229.467.497.602.805.135.308.203.677.203%201.106v.028c0%20.485-.089.917-.266%201.295a2.66%202.66%200%200%201-.742.952%203.353%203.353%200%200%201-1.134.588%204.924%204.924%200%200%201-1.456.203Z'%20/%3e%3c/g%3e%3c/svg%3e)
Get our app for homeowners
- Send messages and get notifications from tradespeople
- Add photos to get more accurate quotes
- View tradespeople's profiles