UK Home Service Cost Guides (2026)

Find out how much home services really cost in your area. Our guides use local labour rates and real pricing data to give you accurate estimates, so you can budget with confidence and avoid overpaying.

Plumbing & Heating

New Boiler Installation

Supply and installation of a new gas combi, system, or regular boiler including removal of the old unit.

£1,300 – £3,700 UK average (3-bed)

Water Softener Installation

Supply and fitting of a salt-based or salt-free water softener unit, including connection to the mains water supply.

£600 – £2,300 UK average (3-bed)

Power Flush

High-pressure cleansing of your central heating system to remove sludge, rust, and debris that reduce efficiency.

£300 – £600 UK average (3-bed)

Plumber Call-Out Fee

The initial call-out charge for a plumber to attend your property, typically covering the first hour of work.

£60 – £150 UK average (3-bed)

Central Heating Installation

Full central heating system installation including boiler, radiators, pipework, and controls for a property with no existing system.

£3,000 – £7,000 UK average (3-bed)

Radiator Installation

Supply and fitting of a new radiator including valves and connection to existing pipework.

£150 – £500 UK average (3-bed)

Boiler Repair

Diagnosis and repair of a faulty boiler, including common issues like no heating, leaks, error codes, and pilot light failures.

£100 – £500 UK average (3-bed)

Gas Safety Certificate

Annual gas safety inspection and certificate (CP12) covering all gas appliances in the property.

£30 – £80 UK average (3-bed)

Bathroom Plumbing

First and second fix plumbing for a bathroom refit including toilet, basin, bath or shower, and all associated pipework and waste connections.

£500 – £2,500 UK average (3-bed)

Underfloor Heating Installation

Supply and installation of wet (hydronic) or electric underfloor heating, including manifold, pipework or mats, and thermostat.

£2,000 – £6,000 UK average (3-bed)