Boiler Installation Chatham
LOUIS GAS AND HEATING LTD
#1 Boiler Installations Chatham
If your boiler has finally packed in, or you’re simply fed up with rising energy bills from an ageing system, finding the right boiler installation Chatham company shouldn’t be a gamble. Louis Gas and Heating Ltd has been fitting, servicing and repairing boilers across Chatham and the wider Medway towns for over 40 years, run today by George Louis after two generations of the same family business. From the Victorian terraces around Chatham High Street to the newer developments on St Mary’s Island, we’ve installed boiler installations Chatham homes have relied on for decades, and we’re Gas Safe registered, DBS-checked, and directly employed, never a subcontractor you’ve never met.
4.9 / 150+ Reviews
Gas Safe Registered
40+ Years, 2 Generations
Chatham | Medway | Kent
We’re based just along the river in Rochester, so getting to Chatham doesn’t add a call-out charge or a week’s wait to your quote. Whether you need a straightforward swap or advice on the right heating systems for an older Chatham property, our engineers will give you an honest answer, not a sales pitch.
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Why Chatham Homeowners Choose Us for Heating and Plumbing
Chatham has no shortage of firms offering heating services, but not every one of them can back up their claims. Here’s what actually sets us apart:
Backed by genuine star reviews — a 4.9-star rating from over 150 independent customer reviews on Google and Birdeye, including plenty from Chatham homeowners themselves.
Gas Safe registered engineer on every job — never an unqualified fitter or a subcontractor working under someone else's certification.
Two generations of family ownership — over 40 years combined experience in heating and plumbing, run today by George Louis.
DBS-checked engineers — because letting someone into your home for a boiler installation should come with more than just a trade qualification.
Vaillant Advanced Installer status, meaning extended manufacturer warranties of up to 10 years on selected boilers.
A 12-month workmanship guarantee on every installation we complete, on top of whatever manufacturer's warranty applies to your boiler.
Our Boiler Installation Chatham Process
Every boiler installation Chatham job starts with a home visit, not a quote guessed over the phone. One of our Gas Safe registered engineers will assess your existing central heating, your household’s hot water demand, and your current pipework before recommending the right gas boiler for your specific property,, not a generic, one-size-fits-all option.
We install a wide range of manufacturers, including Vaillant, Glow-worm, ATAG, Ideal and Alpha, so you’re never limited to whichever brand happens to earn us the biggest margin.
Combi Boilers
The majority of Chatham properties we visit, particularly the terraced housing around the town centre and smaller flats near the Waterfront – end up choosing one of our combi boilers. A combi heats water on demand, with no loft tank or hot water cylinder required, which frees up valuable space in smaller homes. As genuine boiler installation specialists, we’ll size a combi system correctly against your number of bathrooms and typical hot water usage, so you’re never left with weak pressure or a boiler working harder than it needs to.
Regular Boiler and System Boilers
For larger Chatham family homes, particularly those with multiple bathrooms or older heating pipework, a regular boiler (also called a heat-only boiler) or a system boiler may be a better match for your hot water demand. We’ll always give you an honest recommendation based on your actual household, rather than pushing whichever system carries the highest price tag.
Our Gas Boiler Installation Chatham Job Includes
- A full property survey and heat-loss calculation to correctly size your new boiler
- Safe removal and responsible disposal of your old boiler
- A full flush of your central heating system to clear sludge and debris that shortens a new boiler's lifespan
- Full commissioning, testing, and a gas safety certificate issued the same day
- A 12-month workmanship guarantee, in addition to your boiler's manufacturer warranty
- A clear walkthrough of your new controls and thermostat, so you're not left guessing
Lower Energy Bills, Better Hot Water
An old, tired boiler can be running at 70-80% efficiency at best, meaning a genuine chunk of what you’re paying for gas each month is simply being wasted. A new A-rated condensing boiler typically runs above 92% efficiency, translating into a real, ongoing reduction in your bills rather than a one-off saving. For many Chatham households in older properties with draughtier rooms and higher heat demand, that difference is felt within the first winter.
Boiler Services in Chatham - Beyond Installation
A new boiler is only part of keeping your heating and plumbing in good order. We also provide:
Boiler repairs:
For breakdowns, leaks, no heat, or loss of pressure.
Boiler service:
Visits to keep your system safe, efficient, and within its warranty terms.
Regular services:
Annual gas safety checks and certification for landlords and homeowners alike.
Ongoing Services:
For boilers we've installed, and for existing systems fitted by other companies.
Booking your boiler service with the same company that handled your installation means one number to call for the entire life of your heating system, and an engineer who already knows your property.
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Areas We Cover Across Chatham
We carry out boiler installation in Chatham across ME4 and ME5, including:
Chatham town centre
Chatham Hill
Luton and Walderslade
St Mary's Island
Chatham Maritime
Historic Dockyard Area
Weedswood and Baker Street
Other Nearby Areas
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly can you install a boiler in Chatham?
Most straightforward combi boiler swaps are completed in a single day. More involved jobs, such as converting from a regular boiler to a combi system or relocating the unit, may take one to two days depending on the pipework involved.
Do I need a Gas Safe registered engineer for a new boiler?
Yes, by law. Only a Gas Safe registered engineer can legally install, service, or carry out boiler repairs on a gas appliance in the UK. Always ask to see an engineer’s ID card, or check the Gas Safe Register online, before agreeing to any work.
What happens if my boiler stops working completely?
Get in touch as soon as possible, a boiler that’s stopped working entirely, particularly in winter, is worth treating as a priority call rather than waiting. In many cases we can offer a same-week appointment, and if replacement turns out to be more sensible than repair, we’ll say so honestly.
Is a combi boiler right for every Chatham home?
Not always. Combi boilers suit smaller properties and homes with one bathroom particularly well, but larger households with high simultaneous hot water demand are sometimes better served by a system or regular boiler. We’ll assess this properly during your home visit rather than assuming.
What warranty comes with a new boiler installation?
This depends on the boiler you choose, our installations carry manufacturer warranties from 2 up to 10 years, plus our own 12-month workmanship guarantee on the installation itself. As Vaillant Advanced Installers, we can offer extended cover of up to 10 years on qualifying Vaillant models.