Plumber — find Gas Safe registered plumbers near you
When water is dripping under the sink or a drain backs up, you don't want to spend days searching for a firm. And before a bathroom fit-out you really don't want someone who cuts corners — that rarely shows immediately, but it has a habit of resurfacing as an insurance dispute or a leak a few years later.
What separates a good plumbing firm from the rest is rarely the price, it's the process. A solid firm comes out and looks before quoting, is clear about what's included and what might be added, and leaves paperwork behind. Anything involving gas — boilers, hobs, gas fires — must be done by an engineer on the Gas Safe Register. Budget £50–£90/hr for standard work, £100–£200/hr for emergency and out-of-hours calls, plus a call-out fee of £60–£150.
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Price level
SEK 700–1,100/hr incl. VAT during the day. Out-of-hours emergency call-outs SEK 1,200–1,800/hr. The ROT rebate applies to labour.
What does a plumber cost in 2026?When should you hire a plumber?
Leaking pipes, blocked drains, boiler breakdowns, tap and toilet replacement, dishwasher and washing machine connections, repiping, bathroom fit-outs and burst pipes. For an active leak, turn off the stopcock first, then ring an emergency line.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Letting an unregistered installer touch a gas appliance — it's illegal and invalidates your home insurance
- Skipping the Benchmark commissioning record on a new boiler, which most manufacturer warranties require
- Buying your own fittings online and expecting the plumber to guarantee the product
- Putting off a dripping supply pipe — a slow leak causes damp and damage worth many times the repair
- Taking the first quote on a bathroom — prices vary 40–60% between reputable firms
Regional differences
London and the South East carry the highest hourly rates but also the deepest pool of bathroom specialists. For an active leak, expect a 30–90 minute response in daytime hours and 1–3 hours overnight in cities such as London, Manchester, Birmingham and Glasgow. Rural areas often add a mileage charge on top of the call-out fee.
Checklist before you hire
- Check the engineer on the Gas Safe Register for anything gas-related, and ask to see the ID card
- Ask for proof of public liability insurance
- Request a written quote with materials and labour listed separately
- Confirm who notifies building control on a boiler installation or unvented cylinder
- Compare a fixed price against hourly rates — always ask for a cap
- For wet rooms, ask how the tanking is built up and what guarantee covers it
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a plumber is properly registered?
For gas work, search the Gas Safe Register by business name, engineer ID or postcode and check the card the engineer carries — it lists exactly which appliances they are qualified for. General plumbing isn't licensed in the UK, so look instead for insurance, membership of a body such as APHC or CIPHE, and recent reviews.
What do I do in a burst pipe or major leak?
Turn off the stopcock immediately — usually under the kitchen sink or where the main enters the house. Switch off the electrics if water is near sockets. Then call an emergency plumber. Photograph everything before you clear up; your insurer will ask for it.
Can I replace a tap myself?
Changing a tap on existing isolation valves is normally fine. Altering fixed pipework, moving waste runs or touching anything gas is work for a professional, and doing it yourself can invalidate both the guarantee and your insurance.
What does an emergency call-out cost?
Evenings, weekends and bank holidays are typically billed at £100–£200/hr with a one- or two-hour minimum, plus a call-out fee of £60–£150. If the leak can be isolated by closing a valve, it's usually cheaper to wait for normal hours.
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