Plumbing Services In Lincoln
Established in 2002, provide an excellent plumbing service to all customers, both commercial and domestic. Whether you require the fitting of a new bathroom, a replacement boiler or an entirely new central heating system, you can rely on our team of experienced, fully qualified plumbers in Lincoln.
Central Heating Repairs
A central heating system that is not performing as it should can be caused by a wide range of faults, and identifying the root cause quickly is key to avoiding further damage or expense.
Common issues we are called out to include radiators that are cold at the top but warm at the bottom, which is typically caused by trapped air in the system, radiators that are cold throughout, which can point to sludge buildup or circulation problems, boilers that are frequently cutting out due to low pressure or a faulty component, and uneven heating throughout the property where some rooms are significantly colder than others.
More serious faults can involve leaking pipework, failing pump motors, faulty zone valves or a deteriorating expansion vessel. Our plumbers carry out a thorough diagnosis before carrying out any repairs, ensuring the correct fix is applied first time.
Under-Floor Heating
Because underfloor heating operates at a much lower water temperature than traditional radiators, it is a highly efficient heating solution and works particularly well alongside modern condensing boilers.
The system is controlled via a manifold, which distributes water to each zone of the property, and individual thermostats allow different rooms to be set to different temperatures.
For new builds and extensions, the pipework is typically installed within a screed that is poured over the top. In renovation projects where lifting the floor is not desirable, low profile surface mounted systems are available that add minimal height to the finished floor level.
Power Flushing
Over time, a central heating system accumulates a build-up of sludge, rust particles and debris inside the pipes, radiators and boiler. This dark, muddy deposit (which often contains magnetite and other corrosion byproducts) gradually restricts the flow of water around the system, causing the boiler to work harder than necessary and reducing the efficiency of the heating overall.
Power flushing is the process of pumping water at high velocity, but at low pressure, through the entire heating circuit to loosen and remove this contamination. Specialist cleansing chemicals are added to the system during the process to break down stubborn deposits, and the direction of flow is periodically reversed to ensure debris is fully mobilised and removed.
Signs that your system may benefit from a power flush include radiators with cold spots, a noisy or kettling boiler, rooms that take a long time to reach temperature, and increased energy bills without any change in usage.
Boiler Maintenance / Servicing
An annual boiler service is one of the most important things a homeowner or landlord can do to protect their heating system and ensure it continues to operate safely and efficiently.
During a service, our Gas Safe registered engineer will carry out a visual inspection of the boiler casing and internal components, check for any signs of corrosion or leaks, test the gas pressure and flow rate, inspect the flue and combustion chamber for blockages or deterioration, check the burner and heat exchanger, test all safety controls and verify that the boiler is operating within the correct parameters.
Any issues identified during the service will be reported along with a clear recommendation on what action is required. Regular boiler servicing not only reduces the likelihood of unexpected breakdowns, particularly during the winter months when demand is highest, but is also frequently a condition of the boiler manufacturer's warranty.
Boiler Repairs / Replacements
When a boiler develops a fault, the range of possible causes is wide and an accurate diagnosis is essential before any repair work begins. Common faults include the boiler locking out due to low system pressure, a faulty ignition, a failing diverter valve that affects either the heating or hot water supply, a blocked condensate pipe particularly during cold weather, a worn pump, a defective printed circuit board or issues with the thermostat and controls.
Our Gas Safe registered engineers are experienced in working across a wide range of boiler makes and models and will carry out a thorough assessment before advising on the most cost effective course of action.
In some cases (particularly where a boiler is older and parts are difficult to source or where repair costs are approaching the cost of a new appliance), replacement will represent the better long term investment. Modern condensing boilers are significantly more efficient than older models and upgrading to an A rated appliance can reduce fuel consumption and running costs considerably.
Bathroom Fitting
Whether you are looking to completely transform an outdated bathroom or simply update your existing suite, our team of experienced plumbers in Lincoln can manage the entire project from start to finish.
A full bathroom fit involves far more than simply swapping out fixtures. It includes the removal and disposal of your existing suite, any necessary adjustments to the existing pipework and waste connections, installation of the new bath, basin, toilet and shower, tiling, flooring preparation and the fitting of all associated fixtures such as taps, towel rails and shower enclosures.
Shower Installations
Choosing the right type of shower for your home depends largely on your existing water system, the water pressure available and your personal requirements.
Our Lincoln plumbers can advise on the most suitable shower type for your property, carry out all necessary pipework alterations and complete the full installation to a high standard. Electric shower installations also require a dedicated electrical circuit, and we will ensure all relevant connections are made safely and in compliance with current regulations.
Landlord Certification
Under the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, all landlords in the United Kingdom are legally required to arrange an annual gas safety inspection of every gas appliance, flue and associated pipework within their rental properties.
This inspection must be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer, and upon satisfactory completion, a Gas Safety Record is issued. This document is commonly referred to as a CP12, a term that originates from the former CORGI registration scheme but remains widely used across the industry.
Landlords are required to provide a copy of the current certificate to existing tenants within 28 days of the inspection being carried out, and to new tenants before they move in.
The inspection itself typically covers all gas boilers, gas fires, gas cookers and any other gas burning appliances within the property, along with the associated pipework, flues and ventilation provisions.
