
Cost guide
How much does a gas / heating engineer cost?
Boiler and heating work is priced per installation. Only a Gas Safe registered engineer may legally work on gas appliances.
- Typical day rate
- £300–£450
- Smallest job
- from £80
- Priced jobs
- 5
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What each job costs
| Job | Unit | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Swap a combi boiler like-for-likeIncludes boiler, flue, filter and a power flush. | per boiler | £1,800–£3,000 |
| Convert system to combiRemoving the cylinder and tanks frees up a cupboard and loft. | per system | £3,000–£4,800 |
| Annual boiler serviceLandlords also need a CP12 gas safety certificate. | per service | £80–£140 |
| Power flush the systemPriced by the number of radiators, typically £45–£70 each. | per system | £400–£800 |
| Fit a smart thermostatWireless models avoid running new cable through the house. | per thermostat | £120–£280 |
Ex VAT. South East baseline — the calculator adjusts for your region.
Keeping the cost down
- Check the engineer's Gas Safe ID card on site — the number is verifiable.
- Register the boiler for its warranty within 30 days of installation.
- Quotes in autumn are usually higher; book replacements in spring.
Common questions
- How long does a boiler swap take?
- One day for a like-for-like combi swap, two to three days for a system conversion.
- Is a magnetic filter worth it?
- Yes — most manufacturers now require one for the warranty to stand.
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