Plumbing Guides
Practical plumbing advice for London homeowners: costs, when to call a pro, and what to expect.
Why Is My Radiator Not Heating Up? Causes, Fixes and When to Call a Plumber (London, 2026)
A cold radiator in a London home is usually easy to diagnose once you read the cold pattern. This 2026 guide explains what trapped air, sludge and valve faults look like, which fixes are safe to do yourself, what a plumber should charge to sort the rest, and when the job legally needs a Gas Safe registered engineer.
Frozen or Burst Pipes in London: What to Do and How to Prevent Them (2026)
A burst pipe in a London home is a race against the water. This 2026 guide gives you the emergency steps in order, how to thaw a frozen pipe safely, how to prevent freezing over winter, who is responsible when you rent or own a leasehold flat, and when to call a WaterSafe or Gas Safe registered professional.
How Much Does Underfloor Heating Cost in London? (2026 Prices)
Underfloor heating costs roughly £40 to £120 per m² for electric systems and £85 to £190 per m² for wet systems in London in 2026. Compare electric vs wet prices, running costs, the safety rules on who can legally fit it, and how to judge a fair quote from a trusted local heating engineer.
How Much Does It Cost to Unblock a Drain in London? (2026 Prices)
Unblocking a standard drain in London costs about £100 to £200 in 2026, but a great many London blockages sit in pipework Thames Water owns and clears at no charge. See how to work out whose drain it is, what each type of clearance costs, what a fair quote itemises, and when insurance applies.
How Much Does a Plumber Cost Per Hour in London? (2026)
A plumber in London typically charges £40 to £60 an hour for scheduled weekday work in 2026, or around £350 a day. See what common jobs cost, what a fair quote itemises, when the law requires a Gas Safe registered engineer, and how to compare quotes properly.
New Boiler Cost in London (2026): Combi, System and the Full Breakdown
A clear 2026 guide to what a new boiler costs in London. Combi, system and conversion prices, what a fair quote should include, the legal essentials, and how to find a Gas Safe registered engineer.
Emergency Plumber Cost in London 2026: Call-Out Rates & What to Do First
What an emergency plumber costs in London in 2026, from call-out fees and out-of-hours rates to common job prices, plus exactly what to do first when a pipe bursts or the heating fails.
Cost to Replace a Bathroom Tap in London: 2026 Guide
What a London plumber charges to replace a bathroom tap: labour and all-in price ranges, what affects the bill, how long the job takes, and the checks that protect you before you book.