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Expert Gas Boiler & Plumbing Services in Brighton
Established with a commitment to excellence, Essential Heating has built a reputation for delivering high-quality gas boiler, central heating, and plumbing services across Brighton, Hove, and surrounding areas. Our team of Gas Safe-registered engineers brings 21 years of combined experience, ensuring every project adheres to the highest safety and technical standards. We specialise in fault diagnosis, repairs, and installations, prioritising clear communication and punctuality to meet client needs efficiently. Accredited by leading manufacturer Vaillant, we use only trusted components designed for longevity and optimal performance. Our approach combines technical expertise with a customer-centric ethos, offering guaranteed workmanship and transparent pricing.

Whether addressing emergency leaks or planning system upgrades, we treat every property with the care we would our own, ensuring tidy, respectful service delivery. Regular training ensures our engineers remain at the forefront of industry advancements, enabling cost-effective solutions that save clients time and money. With flexible scheduling, including out-of-hours support, we cater to homeowners, tenants, and landlords alike. Our dedication to reliability is reflected in our one-to-two-hour arrival window and comprehensive guarantees, reinforcing our position as a trusted local specialist in heating and plumbing solutions.
Services
Boiler Repairs Gas Safety Certificates Plumbing Repairs Radiator Services Bathroom Repairs Leak Repairs Boiler Installation Gas Inspection Power Flushing Emergency Leak Repairs
Highlights and features
  • 21 years' experience in domestic heating and plumbing services
  • Gas Safe registered engineers for legal, safe gas work
  • Vaillant manufacturer accreditation for quality assurance
  • Guaranteed workmanship with transparent pricing
  • Arrival within one-to-two-hour window, seven days a week
Associations and certifications
  • Gas Safe Register
  • Vaillant
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Services
Boiler Repairs
Specialist gas boiler repair service addressing faults, leaks, and inefficiencies. Our Gas Safe engineers resolve issues quickly using genuine Vaillant parts, minimising downtime while ensuring safety compliance. Ideal for homeowners experiencing heating disruptions, our rapid response service restores functionality within one-to-two hours, backed by comprehensive guarantees.
Gas Safety Certificates
Comprehensive gas safety inspections and certification for landlords. We conduct thorough checks of gas appliances and pipework, issuing legally required CP12 certificates. Our accredited engineers ensure rental properties meet HSE standards, providing documentation valid for 12 months with detailed reports for tenant and landlord records.
Plumbing Repairs
Emergency and scheduled plumbing repairs for cold and hot water systems. We diagnose and fix leaks, faulty valves, and unvented cylinder issues with minimal disruption. Our approach combines advanced leak detection technology with traditional plumbing expertise, ensuring long-lasting solutions for both immediate problems and underlying system weaknesses.
Radiator Services
Radiator balancing, power flushing, and fault repair services to optimise heating system performance. We address cold spots, noisy systems, and inefficient heat distribution through targeted interventions. Our power flushing technique removes sludge buildup, extending system lifespan while improving energy efficiency and reducing fuel costs for property owners.
Emergency Leak Repairs
24/7 emergency response for urgent water leaks and plumbing failures. Our rapid callout service identifies and stops leaks within hours, preventing property damage from dripping taps to burst pipes. Using thermal imaging and acoustic detection, we locate hidden leaks in walls and floors, providing immediate temporary fixes followed by permanent repairs.
People
Mr. Sam Heathcote
Founder
With 21 years in the heating industry, Sam established Essential Heating to prioritise customer satisfaction through punctual, quality-driven service. He oversees operations, ensuring all engineers maintain Gas Safe standards and use manufacturer-approved components for guaranteed reliability and safety compliance.
Questions
Are your engineers Gas Safe registered?
Yes, all our engineers hold current Gas Safe registration, legally qualifying us to work on gas boilers and heating systems with annual compliance checks.
Do you offer emergency repair services?
We provide 24/7 emergency callouts for urgent heating and plumbing issues, with engineers available to respond within one to two hours of contact.
Which areas do you cover?
We serve Brighton, Hove, and surrounding areas including Worthing, Lewes, and Shoreham, offering both routine maintenance and emergency interventions across our coverage zone.
What boiler brands do you work with?
While Vaillant-accredited, we service all major boiler brands including Worcester Bosch, Baxi, and Ideal, using compatible replacement parts to maintain warranty validity where applicable.
Can you help with landlord gas safety certificates?
We provide full gas safety inspections and CP12 certificate issuance for rental properties, including detailed reports and digital record-keeping for landlord compliance purposes.
Do you guarantee your work?
All repairs and installations carry a comprehensive guarantee, with specific terms varying by service type - discuss exact coverage details with our team when booking.
Reviews (10)
Carl Pratt
May 03, 2025 Report
Sam is fantastic, kind hearted, open, helpful, highly trusted and most of all great at solving all problems plumbing and heating related with a smile.
Tom Dent
Feb 21, 2024 Report
We have used Essential Heating a few times and Sam has been a great help to us. He is friendly, professional, knowledgeable and well-priced. We will definitely be using Essential Heating again.
Letitia Hurrell
Sep 29, 2021 Report
Super Sam is an incredible plumber. A really nice guy. Very knowledgeable and thorough. I highly recommend Sam as nothing was too much trouble.
Kevin Leahy
Mar 30, 2021 Report
Sam is very professional - quick and accurate communications. He is also happy to explain his work which inspires confidence. He serviced my boiler and rebalanced heating system and I was very happy with the quality of the work. He also talked me through pros and cons of various options to upgrade some radiators which is helpful in deciding what work to have done in the future. Also a friendly and likeable guy.
Venetia Carter
Feb 02, 2021 Report
Sam came to help us with our unusual heating system - a 2000 litre thermal store connected to a log burner which runs our domestic central heating. Despite it being an unfamiliar set up, Sam managed to identify the fault and fix it. Many heating engineers would have gone weak at the knees, but Same took it in his stride. I particularly valued his willingness to listen to what I had to tell him about the system and also to share his diagnostic process. His doing this meant I gained some valuable information about our system.
Sam is friendly, knowledgeable and straightforward. I can thoroughly recommend him.
Loi Lop
Apr 26, 2018 Report
Very happy with the service. Sam was efficient and fast sorting out the faulty unit. Reliable, friendly and professional. I would definitely recommend him.
Janine Charles
Apr 26, 2018 Report
Sam is brilliant. He has just installed my new central heating after I moved into a new house and nothing worked. Totally efficient, intelligent and reliable, he's a pleasure to have in the house. Will look forward to seeing him annually for the service!
Annelies Simon
Apr 26, 2018 Report
It's so nice to find a heating engineer you can trust! We had a problem with our boiler which two others had failed to recognise in the past, but Sam found out the issue straight away. He's friendly, professional and knowledgeable. Have used him several times since, including in an emergency situation when he came round very fast to fix a leak. He's our 'go to' man and I would highly recommend him to all.
Gary Whiston
Apr 26, 2018 Report
A pleasure to deal with, I'm new in the area and Sam will be used for all my boiler issues in future - high recommended!!
Erik Arnold
Nov 05, 2014 Report
Sam showed up on time, diagnosed the problem with my fire and fixed it on the spot. He took great care to make no mess and carefully checked that my fire was working efficiently and safely when he had finished. Great to see he had an apprentice with him - making a contribution to the trade. The service was good and the price was fair. Sam's definitely on my short list of people I can trust to do this kind of work.