Most people don’t plan to replace their boiler and as whilst replacing an operational older boiler may be a smart financial decision, breakdowns are by far the biggest cause of new boiler installation.

Deciding to replace your boiler, no matter the reason why, is a big call, but choosing the right new boiler to replace it is even more important.

Unfortunately, even the best new boiler can be compromised if you don’t choose the right engineer to install it, increasing the risk of a breakdown further down the line and potentially putting the safety of the household under threat.

There are a raft of new boiler Scotland installation companies to choose from and by following this simple guide you will be able to find the perfect one for your needs.

How to find the perfect boiler installer

In order to perform a gas boiler installation, an engineer must possess an in-depth knowledge of gas and water appliances, skills possessed by those known as Gas Safe engineers.

The Gas Safe Register should be the starting point for anyone looking for a new boiler installer but there is a lot more that goes into becoming an expert installer than possessing the bare minimum qualifications.

The best ways to narrow down your search of local Gas Safe Engineers include:

Investigate them online

Some engineers may be fantastic at what they do, despite having an awful website, but most leading installers use their sites to highlight their services and show off their accreditations and background.

As well as examining the installers own website, check out some independent review sites to get a better idea of what it is like to work with the company from the experiences of previous clients.

Ring them up

You won’t truly be able to get a feel for what an engineer will be like to have working on your property until you have spoken to them directly.

They should be able to answer any basic questions that you have over the phone and give you an estimate for the amount of time that they believe the installation process will take.

Try to write down some of the most important questions that you want the answer to and avoid installers who are unable to or unwilling to give you a straightforward response.

Get a quote

Try to narrow down your options to 2 or 3 boiler installers that you believe may be a good fit and then get a quote from them all.

This will ensure that you get the best possible price for your new boiler fitting without having to compromise on expertise or experience, two pre-requisites of your shortlist in the first place.

Check that they are insured

Should something go wrong with the installation process, despite all your careful research, it is vital that the boiler installer has the appropriate public liability insurance to cover any damages.

Without this, the whole process could end up costing you many thousands of pounds more than it should.

Ask for a CP12 Certificate

Fully qualified boiler engineers will be able to give you a CP12 certificate for your boiler, cooker, and any other gas-powered appliances that you have in your property.

This certificate will detail any issues that have been discovered and remediation work that should be carried out in order to ensure that your property fully conforms with the latest regulations.

This will give you peace of mind that your appliances are in good working order and verify the professionalism and validity of the installer.

If you are a landlord, it is a legal requirement that you obtain a CP12 for any new boiler that is installed in a rental property.

Things to look for in a great boiler installer

The tips above will allow you to narrow down your search to a few expert Gas Safe engineers, fully qualified to install your new boiler.

Besides qualifications and experience, however, it is vital that they have great interpersonal skills, explaining to you exactly how the boiler works and answering any questions you may have.

Some of the most important traits to look for in a boiler installer include:

• Communication – Your chosen engineer should make complicated processes and technologies easy to understand and explain technical terminology in layman’s terms.
• Patience – It is understandable that you have plenty of questions about the boiler installation process and an engineer should be happy to answer them.
• Calm – Many new boiler installations are conducted as a result of a breakdown and it is understandable that you may be highly stressed whilst the engineer is on your property. They should be a calming presence, reassuring you that things will be fine with the professional manner and expert knowledge.