How long does a new boiler installation take?
A like-for-like swap in the same position is typically a day. Converting between boiler types — a regular system to a combi, say — takes longer because the tank and cylinder come out and pipework changes.
Do I need to be home for the engineer?
Someone over 18 needs to provide access and be there while gas work is carried out at your Busby property. If you're arranging it for a tenant or an elderly relative, that's fine — just give us their contact details when you book so we can coordinate directly.
What size boiler do I need?
It depends on your property size, number of radiators and how many bathrooms draw hot water at once — not on fitting the biggest available. An oversized boiler cycles inefficiently and costs more to run. We size it properly and explain the reasoning.
Why is my boiler losing pressure?
Most often a small leak somewhere in the system, a worn pressure relief valve, or a failing expansion vessel. Topping up occasionally is normal; needing to do it every few days is not. Given the age of the heating in many Busby properties, a pressure test is usually the quickest way to find the cause.
Combi, system or regular — which is right for my home?
Combi suits most flats and smaller homes with decent mains pressure. System boilers with a cylinder handle larger homes and multiple bathrooms better. Regular boilers are usually kept when replacing like-for-like where a loft tank already exists.
Can you fit radiators or move one in Busby?
Yes — new radiator installs, replacements and relocations, sized properly for the room rather than guessed. We'll balance the system afterwards so every room in your Busby home heats evenly instead of one being roasting and another cold.
Do you remove and dispose of the old boiler?
Yes, that's included. We take the old unit away and dispose of it properly — you're not left with it in the garage.
Do you take card payment in Busby?
Yes — card or bank transfer, paid on completion unless we've agreed otherwise in writing beforehand. You'll have the itemised price before any work starts, so there are no surprises when it comes to settling up in Busby.
Is a system flush included?
We assess whether the system needs one and tell you honestly. Fitting a new boiler onto an old, dirty system is a false economy — debris circulates into the new unit. Be cautious of any quote that's cheaper because it quietly omits this.
Can you service a boiler in a rented flat in Busby?
Yes, and it's very common in Busby. We can liaise directly with your tenant to arrange access — just give us their contact details when booking. You get the certificate and the invoice; they get a straightforward appointment without you having to relay messages. Handy if you live away from East Renfrewshire.
