Boiler Repair Edinburgh
Boiler broken down? Our Gas Safe registered engineers find the fault, fix it safely and get your heating and hot water back on, with emergency out-of-hours call-outs when you need them.
Expert Boiler Repairs in Edinburgh
When your boiler stops working, you want someone who'll turn up, tell you straight what's wrong and fix it properly. Intelligent Heating & Gas repairs gas boilers in homes across Edinburgh, from lost pressure and leaks to error codes and boilers that won't fire at all.
Every repair starts with a proper diagnosis, so you're not paying for parts you don't need. If your boiler's reached the point where a repair isn't good value any more, we'll tell you honestly and talk you through your options, including finance on a new Worcester Bosch boiler.
We repair other makes too, not just the Worcester Bosch boilers we fit
What's Included in Your Boiler Repair
Full fault diagnosis by a Gas Safe registered engineer
A clear explanation of what's wrong before we start
Repair of the fault with suitable parts
Pressure and leak checks
Flue and combustion safety checks
Testing of heating and hot water before we leave
Honest advice on repair versus replacement
Emergency out-of-hours call-outs available
Common Boiler Faults We Fix
No Heating or Hot Water
One of the most common faults. It can be anything from a frozen condensate pipe or a faulty thermostat to a failed diverter valve or pump.
Common signs: radiators stay cold, taps run cold, the boiler shows an error.
Low Pressure and Leaks
A boiler that keeps losing pressure usually has a leak somewhere in the system or a problem with the expansion vessel.
Common signs: gauge below 1 bar, drips under the boiler, damp patches.
Error Codes and Lockouts
Modern boilers lock out to keep you safe when something's wrong. We read the code, find the cause and fix it, rather than just resetting it.
Common signs: flashing lights, a fault code on the display, the boiler won't fire.
Signs Your Boiler Needs a Repair
No heating or hot water
Pressure keeps dropping
Banging, gurgling or whistling noises
Water leaking from the boiler or pipework
The pilot light or flame keeps going out
Radiators heating unevenly or staying cold
Boiler Repair FAQs
What do I do if my boiler is broken?
Check the simple things first: the boiler has power, the pressure gauge reads about 1 to 1.5 bar, the thermostat's calling for heat and your gas is on at the meter. If there's an error code, note it down. Don't take the casing off or try to fix gas parts yourself. Call a Gas Safe registered engineer instead. We'll diagnose the fault and tell you what it'll take to fix before we start.
Is it an emergency if you have no heating or hot water?
It can be, especially in winter or if there's someone vulnerable in the house, like an elderly relative or a young baby. A gas leak or a smell of gas is always an emergency: turn off the gas at the meter and call the National Gas Emergency number on 0800 111 999. For a breakdown that leaves you with no heat or hot water, we offer emergency out-of-hours call-outs.
Is it illegal to fix your own boiler?
Yes, for anything involving the gas parts. In the UK, only a Gas Safe registered engineer can legally work on gas appliances, and that includes your boiler. You can safely do the basics yourself, like topping up the pressure, resetting the boiler or bleeding radiators. Anything inside the casing should be left to a registered engineer, because a mistake can cause a gas leak or carbon monoxide.
What happens when a boiler stops working?
Usually it locks out and shows a fault code, and your heating and hot water stop. That's a safety feature: the boiler shuts itself down when it detects a problem, such as low pressure, a blocked condensate pipe, an ignition failure or a faulty part. Resetting it once is fine, but if it keeps locking out there's an underlying fault that a Gas Safe engineer needs to find and fix.
How to reset a boiler?
Most modern boilers have a reset button or a reset option on the display. Press and hold it for a few seconds, then wait a couple of minutes for the boiler to restart. Check your boiler's manual first, because the steps differ between makes. Only try a reset once or twice. If the boiler locks out again, stop there and call a Gas Safe engineer, because something is causing the fault.
My combi boiler isn't heating the radiators. What could be the problem?
If you've got hot water but cold radiators, the most likely causes are low system pressure, a faulty diverter valve, a failed pump, air in the system or a thermostat that isn't calling for heat. Check the pressure gauge and your thermostat settings first. If both look right, it's time for an engineer. We'll find the cause and fix it properly rather than guessing at parts.
What causes a boiler to burst?
Modern boilers very rarely burst, because they have safety devices like a pressure relief valve that lets water out before the pressure gets too high. What people usually mean is a leak. Leaks are often caused by corrosion, a failing seal, a faulty pressure relief valve or too much pressure in the system. If you see water around your boiler, turn it off and call a Gas Safe engineer.
How much does it cost to replace a broken boiler?
It depends on the boiler you need, the type of system you've got now and how much work the installation involves, so we don't quote a figure until we've seen your home. We'll do a free survey and give you a clear, no-obligation quote. New Worcester Bosch boilers come with warranties of up to 12 years, and finance lets you spread the cost over 12 to 120 months.
Book a Boiler Repair
Call us now or send us a message and we'll get your boiler sorted.
Service Areas
We repair boilers across Edinburgh, Midlothian and West Lothian, including Corstorphine, South Gyle, Sighthill, Stenhouse, Murrayfield, Clermiston, Balerno, Currie, Kirkliston and Ratho.
Our Accreditations
Gas Safe Registered
Which? Trusted Trader
Worcester Bosch Approved
Fully Insured