Heating Engineer vs Plumber: Who Should You Call?

While plumbers and heating engineers can carry out some of the same jobs, they are actually two different professions and it’s important you hire the right professional for your required work. When it comes to your boiler and central heating system, you need a qualified heating engineer that is Gas Safe registered. But what about other projects? In this post, we’ll show you who you need to call for different plumbing and heating jobs.

Do I need a heating engineer or plumber?

This isn’t just about safety; you also want to make sure you have a trained professional who will carry out work to the highest standards.

Heating engineers deal with heating systems in both homes and businesses. If you need any maintenance, repairs, or servicing on a boiler, thermostat, hot water cylinder, or central heating system, call a heating engineer.

Plumbers deal with water appliances such as taps, toilets, sinks, and pipes. That isn’t to say you won’t find a Gas Safe plumber, but it’s important to find one that works on the type of system you have (natural gas, oil, LPG, etc.).

When to contact a heating engineer

By law, a heating engineer has to be Gas Safe registered to work on gas-fired appliances and must hold OFTEC certification to work on oil boilers. When you hire a heating engineer, it’s important to ask to see their license numbers to make sure you have a trained professional working on your home.

You can call our approved heating engineers at EHMS for any of the following:

• Boilers
• Radiators
• Pipework
• Thermostats and heating controls
• Hot water cylinders
• Commercial catering equipment

When to contact a plumber

A plumber is needed for anything that involves water. This includes:

• Blockages
• Leaks
• Dishwasher installation
• Dripping taps
• Bathroom installation
• Issues with toilets
• Sewage systems installation and maintenance

So, plumber or heating engineer?

If you’re unsure who to call, it’s always best to get in touch. Here at Electrical & Heating Maintenance Services, we handle all aspects of maintenance, servicing, repair, and installation for central heating systems. We can take care of everything from boiler installation and servicing to commercial heating system installation.

To get a free, quick quote for your project, call our team today: 024 7665 0008