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We use Able Plumbing for any issues that arise at our office. They are a really great company. Everyone is really friendly and helpful. They always arrive on time and fix an issues we have. Highly recommend!
Very quick response to our problem and it was sorted out the same morning. A very courteous excellent service, we would definitely recommend and use them again
Excellent service. Got me booked in for a non emergency within a week. Kept me well informed of my appointment. The engineer was so polite, got the job sorted quickly and explained what had happened and cleaned up after he'd finished the job.
Demanding payment for the same job twice and threatening legal action if not paid.
When it was time to replace our gas boiler we obtained competitive quotes, but decided to place the job with Able due to previous good experiences with the company. The installation went smoothly, our engineer was friendly and professional, he worked hard, and was respectful of our property. Everyone we've had dealings with since starting to use Able, from office staff to engineers, has been great. I don't hesitate to recommend them.
Thank you to Matt at able plumbing saved me when I had no hot water in the house. Really polite friendly company and priced very well. Since then I have got able back to fit my new sink and fit a radiator for me. Will definitely be getting them in for the bathroom
We have had Able replace our entire heating system boiler and radiators, was very nervous how this was going to be done whilst still in the property but could delay no longer. Able reassured me that they could do this. So they sent me Jamie and Ollie two of the nicest young men, they were polite and caring, taking time to explain what they would do each day. It was not an easy job for them but they were solution focused. They ensured that they left us with heating on before they left even though it meant staying late some days. They are a great company that give a great quality service would highly recommend to anyone.
Alec sub contractor fitted our boiler - not registered at all - disappointing warranty in valid now. Do not use this company as they will not provide details of installer to fix issues
Brilliant service, very efficient and so helpful. Dealt with my issue very quickly. Would highly recommend.
We have worked alongside Able Plumbing and Heating for years. They delivery a prompt service with integrity. Additionally, it is always advantageous that our trade specialist collaborations understand our requirements and expectations in order to deliver consistent workmanship and service.
We have used Able Plumbing and Heating for years, from refurbishing our ensuite around 6 years ago to continuous annual services of our gas boiler central heating. Service has continued to be excellent and we've been very pleased with Matt and his team. We have now had to replace our 25 year old gas boiler, as it has reached the 'condemned' stage of its life, but Able Plumbing suggested the Worcester Bosch Greenstar 4000 with Hive control system as an excellent replacement. That is now up and running, and despite a couple of minor hiccups, the new system is working well. Additionally, the team installed a couple of new radiators, including changing one to a new heated towel rail in the bathroom. Again, an excellent job. Thanks to all the team and best wishes to everyone at Xmas and for 2025.
Professional and friendly heating engineers who will problem solve and advise if necessary. Have used them for 5 years now and they remain excellent.
Really good service, professional gas plumber / technician who had a great attitude. Will certainly use Able again.
Excellent service of unvented cylinder. Engineer explained aspects of service & very professionally carried out service.
Able Plumbing were recommended to me and they have been excellent. They are great at communicating both before and during the appointment. Their engineer was friendly, considerate and identified and resolved the heating issue efficiently. I also found them to be great value for money.
A top quality job carried out on my ageing boiler, and returned to good condition. Thanks to the team at Able. Highly recommended!
This is now my 2nd time using Able, they are a great and efficient team. I had sent in an enquiry yesterday morning after not being able to get my heating to come on. I had an engineer with me within 2 hours of being told they would be with me at some point in the afternoon. They guys quickly figured out the problem and had it fixed in no time. Could not be happier with the serviced received and also how reasonably priced they are. Cannot recommend these guys enough! Thank you again so much!
I recently and over four years have used this company to fit and service my boiler and have had consistently excellent service and a trouble free heating system for the first time in 30 years. However due to the kindness and care shown by staff during my recent cancer illness I sent them this email: “It’s a credit to your business and your own character. Your kindness throughout our dealings with you and all your colleagues, has bowled us over. Not all businesses are as friendly, responsive, accommodating, reliable or supportive, not to mention skilled. Your business has always given us second to none service, reliably, for years. So rare these days. These are values lost in the larger corporate companies as well as other some other companies, which is why we prefer to deal with local, smaller firms such as yourselves. I regularly recommend you.” It’s at difficult times like this when you appreciate these values above and beyond expectations . Five stars given.
It is rare to be ABLE to give positive feedback but with Able Plumbing Solutions it is a pleasure. From start to finish their communication is perfect and everything flows from there. Service booked, reminder, then call from engineer on the day to confirm time of arrival. Engineer (Jaime) friendly, approachable but professional. Service of gas boiler thorough, efficient, explained why some parts needed replacing (one only just in time) then talked through test results and explained what it meant. Reassured us that boiler was OK. Well done Able
Helpful, tidy, and efficient. I've used Able Plumbing for a few years. Most recently was for a boiler service which they had to replace a part for all done within the allocated time slot. They also fitted a new kitchen tap at the same time.
I recently had the pleasure of working with Able Plumbing Solutions to install a new boiler, water softener, and commission underfloor heating in my home, and I couldn’t be more impressed with the service they provided. From start to finish, the team was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly efficient. The installation of the new boiler was seamless, and they took the time to explain how everything worked, ensuring I was comfortable with the new system. The water softener has made a noticeable difference in the quality of our water, and the underfloor heating is a game-changer for the colder months. What really stood out was the attention to detail and the care they took while working in my home. The team was punctual, cleaned up after themselves, and were always respectful of my space. They went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect before they left.
Great service from Matt definitely will use again and recommend to others Very professional and knowledgeable Thank you Matt
Update 5th August 2024, consistently good service with work undertaken promptly and tidily. Explained what they did in simple terms, without patronising. Used a number of times and good value as deliver a quality job. Thank you for both visits Ollie, Harry, Jamie & Alex.
I've used Matt when he was a one man band 15yrs ago, and continue to use him and his large team of professionals now. Excellent firm, wouldn't use anyone else.
We have been using Able Plumbing for a while now after they installed an unvented water and heating system for us. I don’t have any complaints about the work or the plumbers who do they work.
We have had several jobs completed by Able and we have always been very happy with the work. We have used Able to replace our hot water cyclinder, fit 2 bathrooms, and do significant works to improve our hot water system. They are highly professional, good at communicating, and very thorough. We live in an old house so the plumbing is not straight forward but they have always worked tirelessly to ensure they find the best solution. I would recommend Able without hesitation and we will continue to use them in the future
Excellent service from Able and their two technicians. A bathroom refurbishment thew up a number of problems, which they managed to overcome perfectly, with skill and determination. Very impressive.
Recently had a new boiler fitted, plus some TRVs on the radiators. We are really happy with the professionalism of the work throughout and the engineer, Darren was exceptionally helpful and knowledgeable. I'm not sure he took a break over the two days! Thanks, Able.
Able plumbing, Did a professional job in connecting hot & cold water supply to a counter top tap very friendly team, I would always contact them again if needed.regards Paul Tompkins.
On time. No time wasted on phone. Kind and gentle plumber. Good job done. Know the company for many years.
Jamie and Darren were fantastic, polite, friendly, approachable. Fixed the problem at my place of work. Left the area they were in very tidy. Would definitely recommend. Thanks guys 😀
Just wanted to say that I received a fantastic boiler service this morning from Jamie from Able plumbing. Efficient above helpful and such amazing customer service- you’ve got a new customer! Many thanks ☺️
Able Plumbing are a professional business that offer an excellent service through trained and friendly engineers
I had a nightmare experience with another plumber who absolutely screwed up the installation of my underfloor heating. Able sent out John who has a heat geek qualification and really knows his stuff. They were able to not only able to get the floor generating a decent amount of heat but added the missing return flow to the boiler which had been overlooked by the other company. Can't rate them highly enough!
I’m very impressed. The service carried out by Able Plumbing Solutions was very professional and efficient. I would not hesitate to recommend them to any of my friends or family.
At last - an honest Gas and Plumbing Co. They took their time to understand the problem and didn't simply throw costly parts at the boiler until it worked.
The team working on our kitchen upgrade were all polite, clean, dedicated and did an excellent job. They tidied up after each visit and gave meticulous attention to every detail. We are delighted to recommend them if you are looking for any plumbing or heating services.
Had a new boiler fitted on Thur & Fri this week, two main engineers that did the fitting were Darren and Ollie - both worked their socks off! Relentlessly grafted both days inside and outdoors (even in minus temperatures!) both extremely lovely guys, and very informative.. just proper top tier employees.! Another two lads came although didn't really speak with them, but that's because they also worked outdoors in the freezing cold! Have had a few interactions with Able now, both the engineers and office staff are all faultless - would recommend time and time again!!
We had Able (John) come to do a service on our boiler and underfloor heating. We also had a problem that had just occurred the day before. John saw no problem in this, took his time, explained everything for me so I could understand and had a really nice calm manner. His knowledge was exceptional and I felt like I could trust him 100%. I fell really happy I have a reliable contact now which I have never had before. Couldn’t recommend Able enough.
Always quick to come and work for us. Went above and beyond over Christmas when our boiler failed. Responded quickly and got it up and running. Highly recommend Able plumbing
Had problems with leaky loo .. initial visit confirmed repairs required and these were completed in a timely manner .. highly recommend and would use again if required ..
Boiler has an issue and Able plumbing came and sorted with no hassle and was left tidy and we have a working boiler for the cold months. Amazing service and will use them on all services from now on. Thank you able
Outstanding Service from Able Plumbing Solutions - Kudos to Chris! We recently had the pleasure of working with Able Plumbing Solutions for the installation of our ensuite shower, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional. From start to finish, the team at Able Plumbing Solutions demonstrated professionalism, efficiency, and outstanding customer service. A special shout-out goes to Chris, the skilled bathroom fitter who handled the installation with expertise and finesse. Chris' attention to detail and commitment to delivering top-notch service truly set him apart. Not only did he ensure that the installation was flawless, he managed to save some of our old tiles from the previous shower which were required for some boxing in. Job well done! Chris' friendly demeanor and dedication to customer satisfaction made the entire experience stress-free and enjoyable. (I will miss his singing!) The quality of workmanship provided by Chris and the Able Plumbing Solutions team exceeded our expectations. Our ensuite shower not only looks fantastic, but it also functions perfectly – a true testament to their commitment to excellence. The team are reliable, punctual, and left our home spotless at the end of each day. Overall, we highly recommend Able Plumbing Solutions for anyone seeking plumbing services, and we especially commend Chris for his outstanding work.
Great service, tidy and efficient at a fair price, will definitely be using Able Plumbing again
Professional friendly team. Supplied and fitted new kitchen tap. Punctual, tidy, cleaned up and took away all packaging and old tap. I’d recommend them.
Able Plumbing have done several jobs for us. Some minor and some major. We have always received good, professional service at a reasonable price.
I have used Able Plumbing on a number of occasions and find them excellent. They are my ‘go to’ for anything plumbing related. Especially as a female home owner who wants someone safe and reliable. However today I needed an electrician urgently and just did not know where to start with contacting one who is reliable and trustworthy. In my highly stressed state my first thought was to ring Jamie at Able and ask him to recommend someone which he did immediately. This is next level customer service and I could not be more grateful to have this companies details in my phone. I would highly recommend them time and time again for many reasons.
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Frequently asked questions
What should I look for when choosing an engineer for a gas boiler in Milton Keynes?
The number one consideration is that they should be Gas Safe registered. They should show their accreditation on their website, but you can double check by looking them up on the Gas Safe Register itself.
After that, it comes down to normal commercial considerations, such as how much they charge and what warranties they offer. If your needs are urgent, you’ll need to know how quickly they can come out and what they’ll charge for such emergency visits.
What accreditations exist for oil-fired boilers?
The equivalent body to the Gas Safe Register for oil-fired boilers is OFTEC, which stands for the Oil Firing Technical Association. If your boiler is off the grid and you have your oil delivered, this is the accreditation you should be looking for.
Oil-fired boilers tend to be in rural locations, where the cost of connecting to the mains gas is prohibitively expensive.
Do plumbers specialise in certain brands of boiler?
Although boilers do pretty much the same job whoever makes them, there’s certainly an advantage to knowing particular brands and models inside out.
The large manufacturers offer training and accreditation of their own, which plumbers can use to enhance their expertise. So if you’re aiming to install a specific model, or want to make sure the plumber understands your boiler, look for professional accreditations on their website – or just ask.
How can I find out if a plumber is competent and trustworthy?
The easiest way is to look for independent reviews online. Most companies will put positive testimonials on their websites, but for a rounder picture look for a larger pool of opinions on services like Trustpilot or Google Reviews.
The plumber has no control over what people say there, so look for ones with overwhelmingly positive reviews. If you see a negative review, see if the company has replied with an explanation, as that can sometimes show that the original complaint was not justified or was mistaken (and sometimes it’s just malicious).
And it doesn’t matter if you’re looking to hire a plumber local to Milton Keynes specifically or a national company providing plumbing contractors, it’s imperative that you do the research beforehand.
How do you find out how much plumbing work will cost?
Reputable companies should be open and transparent about their costs. Although some jobs will require an investigation before a quote is made, others are routine, such as safety checks and services. These costs should ideally be easily findable on a Pricing page, along with hourly rates and out-of-hours call-out fees.
How often should a gas boiler be serviced?
The vast majority of boiler manufacturers say that a boiler should be serviced once every 12 months, with the first check-up taking place a year after installation. In fact, you’ll probably find that your warranty will only be valid if you do have this check performed once a year.
The check makes sure everything is safe, especially things like carbon monoxide emissions and proper venting. It also checks that gas and water are flowing well, that all switches, valves, sensors and pumps are working properly, and that your expansion vessel (if you have one) is at the correct pressure. It all adds up to a safe and efficient boiler.