Don’t you hate the time it takes to shop around always looking for the best possible bargain? It’s either that or run the risk of being ripped off. And with so many boiler companies in and around Edinburgh, where do you turn?

If you’re anything like me, you’ll hate paying over the odds for a new combi boiler, but you are prepared to pay a fair price for quality that’ll last.

So, hopefully I’ve saved you a bit of time with this blog post, where I’m going to detail the best price for a new boiler in Edinburgh, and exactly how much you can expect to pay from different companies.

British Gas

As you’re probably aware, British Gas are a large, reputable company that have a lot of engineers on-hand to provide a good quality boiler installation. They offer 365-day installation cover, but for this you can expect to pay anywhere between £800 to £1000 more than you would for any local contractor.

Price for a combi boiler replacement: £3,000 – £3,200

Contract heating

This is a relatively big, Edinburgh-based company, with lots of engineers. They tend to fit a lot of budget boilers such as Vokera or Ferolli, which could save you money – at least in the short term. However, you might want to check the small print on your guarantee, as budget boiler companies tend to use cheaper parts.

Price for a combi boiler replacement: £1,700 – £1,900

Small independents

There are many small, independent companies operating around Edinburgh, although many of them are one or two-man bands and are generally less available than larger, more well-known companies.

A reputable local installer that fits quality boilers such as Worcester Bosch and Vaillant will generally charge you anything from £1,900 to £2,150 – depending on the brand and type of combi boiler you go for. An example of this type of company is Martin Rowse plumbing & heating, which is a particularly good Edinburgh installer. Their price should include up to an 8-year guarantee, filter, and controls etc.

Price for a combi replacement: £1,900 – £2,150.

Always get a fixed price quote

Remember, there can sometimes be hidden costs involved, and small independent contractors may sometimes try to charge you extra, which is why you should always request a home visit so the engineers can see exactly what type of work they have to carry out before giving you a quote.

Also, you should always ensure you get a fixed price quote, rather than an estimation, so you can be 100% sure of the final price for your boiler installation.

Finally, don’t forget to check your installer will give you £400 cashback on your old boiler.

Conclusion

I recommend getting a few different quotes before settling on your chosen contractor, and the prices above should give you an idea of the best price for a new boiler in Edinburgh. Of course, the price will vary slightly depending on the type of brand and boiler you go for.

Always get a fixed price quote from your chosen company so you can be sure you won’t have to fork out for any hidden extras, and check that your installer will give you cashback on your old boiler.