Boiler Service & Repair in Bournemouth, Poole & Dorset From £69.99
An annual boiler service is one of the most cost-effective things you can do to protect your heating system. Dorset Plumbing’s Gas Safe registered engineers carry out thorough boiler services across Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch, and the wider Dorset area — from just £69.99 + VAT, with your service record updated on the day.
£69.99 + VAT — annual boiler service · Gas Safe registered no. 943146 · Service record issued same day · All makes and models
What Is a Boiler Service and Why Does It Matter?
A boiler service is a comprehensive annual inspection and clean carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer. Unlike a repair, a service takes place proactively — before anything goes wrong. As a result, the engineer checks every key component, cleans parts where necessary, tests safety devices, and confirms the boiler operates safely and efficiently.
Most boiler manufacturers require an annual service to keep the warranty valid. Additionally, a boiler that goes unserviced tends to run inefficiently — costing significantly more in energy bills — and is far more likely to break down without warning. In short, catching a small fault during a routine service costs a fraction of what an emergency repair or full replacement would.
For landlords, keeping a boiler properly maintained is both a legal duty of care and a condition of most landlord insurance policies. If you rent out a property, you will also need an annual landlord gas safety certificate (CP12) — our engineers can carry out both at the same visit.
What’s Included in Our Boiler Service
Our Gas Safe registered engineer carries out a full inspection and functional test of your boiler in line with manufacturer guidelines. Every item gets a check, a clean where required, and a record on your service document.
Visual Inspection — Your boiler casing, controls, and pipework all get an external check for signs of corrosion, leaks, or damage. Our engineer also confirms that clearances and installation position meet current requirements.
Flue & Combustion Check — Our engineer inspects the flue for blockages, damage, and correct termination. A flue gas analysis then confirms the boiler burns gas cleanly and efficiently — a critical check for carbon monoxide risk.
Internal Components — Our engineer inspects and cleans the heat exchanger, burner, spark electrode, and condensate trap in situ. Additionally, any signs of premature wear get noted on your service document for your records.
Gas, Pressure & Safety Checks
Gas Pressure & Flow Rate — Our engineer measures gas inlet pressure and burner pressure, confirming both fall within the manufacturer’s specified range. Consequently, any pressure fault that could cause inefficiency or component failure gets picked up and reported before it becomes a problem.
Safety Devices — Our engineer tests all safety controls, including the overheat thermostat, pressure relief valve, and any other fitted safety devices. Every result goes onto your service document.
System Checks — Where accessible, our engineer also checks system water pressure and the expansion vessel, bleeding radiators if required. In addition, inhibitor levels get an assessment, with a top-up recommended if necessary.
Why Customers in Bournemouth & Poole Choose Dorset Plumbing
All our engineers hold Gas Safe registration (no. 943146), so you can verify our credentials at gassaferegister.co.uk. Your service record is ready on the day of the visit, and we cover all makes and models of boiler. Where a repair is needed, moreover, our engineers carry out the work at the same visit where possible. Landlords can also combine a boiler service with a CP12 gas safety certificate in a single visit. As a local company based in Poole, we offer fast response times across Bournemouth and Dorset, and homeowners, landlords, and letting agents throughout the BH postcode area trust us to keep their heating systems running safely.
Boiler Service Pricing — Poole & Bournemouth
| Service | Price |
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Annual Boiler Service Full service to manufacturer guidelines, service record issued same day, all major components checked and cleaned, flue gas analysis, gas pressure test. |
£69.99 + VAT |
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Find Out More About Boiler CoverBoiler Repairs — Bournemouth, Poole & Dorset
As well as annual servicing, Dorset Plumbing carries out boiler repairs across Bournemouth, Poole, and Dorset. Whether your boiler has stopped working completely, is losing pressure, making unusual noises, or failing to provide hot water, our engineers diagnose and repair faults on all major makes and models.
Common faults we attend to include: no heating or hot water; boiler losing pressure or cutting out; pilot light and ignition failures; unusual banging, kettling, or gurgling noises; leaks from the boiler or pipework; frozen condensate pipes; and faulty thermostats or controls.
Because our vans carry a wide range of spares, many repairs are completed at the first visit. In all cases, we provide a written quote before starting any repair work — no hidden charges.
Not sure whether repair or replacement is the right call? Call us on 01202 668822 and we’ll give you an honest assessment.
Boiler Makes & Models We Service
We service and repair all makes and models of gas boiler, including:
Alpha · Ariston · Atag · Baxi · Biasi · Broag · Buderus · Chaffoteaux · Ferroli · Firebird · Gledhill · Glow-Worm · Grant · Hamworthy · Ideal · Keston · Main · Potterton · Ravenheat · Remeha · Saunier Duval · Vaillant · Viessmann · Vokera · Worcester Bosch
Don’t see your boiler brand listed? Call us — we almost certainly service it.
Landlords — Annual Boiler Servicing
If you rent out a property, an annual boiler service forms part of your duty of care to your tenants. Landlords are also legally required to hold a valid landlord gas safety certificate (CP12) for every rental property with gas appliances — our engineers can carry out both at the same visit.
We work with private landlords, letting agents, and property management companies across Bournemouth, Poole, and Dorset. Call 01202 668822 to book or to discuss your requirements.
Boiler Service Areas — Bournemouth, Poole & Dorset
Bournemouth: Boscombe, Southbourne, Winton, Moordown, Muscliff, Charminster, Kinson, Westbourne, Talbot Woods, Pokesdown, Iford, Hengistbury Head
Poole: Sandbanks, Parkstone, Lilliput, Whitecliff, Canford Heath, Broadstone, Hamworthy, Oakdale, Creekmoor, Branksome
Wider Dorset: Christchurch, Highcliffe, Barton-on-Sea, Ringwood, Ferndown, Wimborne, Verwood, West Moors, Wareham, Blandford Forum, Swanage, Dorchester, Weymouth
Not listed? Call us on 01202 668822 — we likely cover your area.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a boiler service cost in Bournemouth and Poole?
Dorset Plumbing charges £69.99 + VAT for a full annual boiler service covering all major makes and models. Your service record is ready on the same day, at no extra cost.
How often should I have my boiler serviced?
All major boiler manufacturers recommend annual servicing, and most require it to keep warranties valid. For landlords, moreover, it forms part of a legal duty of care under the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998.
How long does a boiler service take?
In most cases, a standard boiler service takes between 45 and 60 minutes. Where a landlord gas safety inspection runs at the same visit, allow up to 90 minutes depending on the number of appliances.
More Boiler Service Questions
Do I need to be home during the service?
Someone needs to be at the property to provide access. For landlords, however, we liaise directly with your tenant, so you do not need to attend in person.
What if the engineer finds a fault during the service?
Our engineer reports any faults to you straight away, along with a written quote for the repair. Many faults can be fixed at the same visit, and in all cases no additional work starts without your approval.
Can you service my boiler if it’s not working?
When a boiler has broken down, we carry out a fault diagnosis and repair rather than a standard service. Call us on 01202 668822 and we’ll advise the right course of action.
Do you service all boiler makes and models?
Yes — we service and repair all makes and models of gas boiler, including Worcester Bosch, Vaillant, Baxi, Ideal, Glow-Worm, Potterton, and all other major brands.
Can you carry out a landlord gas safety certificate at the same visit?
Yes — our engineer can carry out a landlord gas safety certificate (CP12) alongside your boiler service at the same visit. See our landlord gas safety certificate page for full details.