Gas Boiler Servicing Reading
Keep your home warm, safe, and efficient all year round with professional gas boiler servicing in Reading from Lucas Plumbing & Heating Ltd. Our Gas Safe registered engineers provide thorough annual boiler servicing for all leading brands — including Worcester Bosch, ATAG, Vaillant, Ideal, and Baxi — ensuring your boiler operates at peak performance and complies with manufacturer warranty requirements.
Why an Annual Boiler Service Matters
An annual service isn’t just a tick-box exercise — it’s essential for safety, efficiency, and reliability. Over time, soot, dust, and combustion residues can build up inside your boiler, reducing its performance and potentially leading to unsafe operation.
Our professional gas boiler servicing helps to:
- Keep your family safe – detecting and preventing gas or carbon monoxide leaks.
- Reduce energy bills – improving combustion efficiency.
- Prevent breakdowns – spotting worn parts before they fail.
- Maintain warranty validity – essential for new boiler installations.
- Extend your boiler’s lifespan – ensuring long-term reliability.
What’s Included in a Lucas Boiler Service
At Lucas Plumbing & Heating, we don’t just glance over your boiler — we perform a comprehensive service and safety inspection following Gas Safe and manufacturer guidelines.
Our service includes:
- Full visual inspection of the boiler and flue system
- Gas pressure and flow checks
- Combustion analysis using calibrated flue gas analysers
- Inspection and cleaning of burners and heat exchangers
- Checking and testing of safety devices and seals
- Expansion vessel pressure check and top-up if required
- Condensate trap clean and function test
- System performance checks and advice on optimisation
After every service, our engineer will provide a Gas Safety Service Record, detailing all readings and checks completed.
Gas Safe Registered Engineers in Reading
Lucas Plumbing & Heating Ltd are proud to be fully Gas Safe Registered (No. 306470) — meaning every service, repair, or installation is carried out safely and in line with UK regulations. Our engineers regularly attend training to stay up-to-date with the latest boiler technologies and efficiency standards.
Whether you have a Worcester Bosch combi, ATAG system, or a Vaillant ecoTEC boiler, our experience ensures accurate testing, safe operation, and peak performance every time.
Local Experts You Can Trust
As a local Reading plumbing and heating company, we’ve built a reputation for reliability, quality workmanship, and honest advice. We cover Reading and surrounding areas including Caversham, Tilehurst, Woodley, Earley, Shinfield, and Burghfield — offering both domestic and landlord boiler servicing.
If you’re a landlord or letting agent, we can combine your annual Gas Safety Certificate (CP12) with a full boiler service — saving you time and money while ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
Signs Your Boiler Needs Servicing Sooner
While annual servicing is recommended, there are times when you shouldn’t wait:
- Unusual noises such as banging or whistling
- Yellow or irregular pilot light flame
- Fluctuating hot water or heating performance
- Higher than normal gas usage
- Error codes on the boiler display
If you notice any of these symptoms, contact Lucas Plumbing & Heating right away for a prompt inspection.
Book Your Gas Boiler Service in Reading
Booking a boiler service with Lucas is quick and easy. Simply call 0118 437 1679 or email info@lucasplumbing.co.uk Our friendly office team will arrange a convenient time for your service and provide clear pricing upfront — no hidden extras.
We also offer Lucas VIP Service Plans, giving you priority bookings, free annual servicing, and discounted repairs — ideal for peace of mind all year round.
Why Choose Lucas Plumbing & Heating
- ✔️ Gas Safe Registered Engineers
- ✔️ OFTEC Registered for Oil Boilers
- ✔️ Trusted Local Company – 5★ Google Rated
- ✔️ Transparent Pricing with No Hidden Costs
- ✔️ Servicing All Major Boiler Brands
- ✔️ Same-Day Callouts Across Reading
With over a decade of experience serving homeowners across Reading and Berkshire, we’re the trusted choice for quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.
