Boiler installation for a rental property
Need to replace the boiler in your rental property? Find out what to ask the installer, what the price should cover and what to give your tenants afterwards.
Request a boiler installation quote
Ask for a written quote that includes removing the old boiler, fitting and testing the new one, any system changes and the warranty.
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Talk through the options
Tell the installer about the property, how many bathrooms it has and any heating or hot-water problems. They should assess the home and explain which system suits it, including whether the existing pipework and radiators need work.
Ask them to explain the installation cost and likely running costs. Insulation, heating controls and the way the home is used matter too. If you are considering a heat pump or another system, ask for an assessment of the whole property before deciding.
Choose someone qualified for the work
Gas work must be done by a Gas Safe registered engineer qualified for that job. Check the engineer’s ID card and registration. Oil, solid-fuel and electrical systems also need someone with the appropriate qualifications.
Ask who will handle the Building Regulations notification, record the testing and register the warranty.
Compare written quotes
Ask each installer to include:
- the boiler make, model and warranty;
- fitting, testing and any changes to pipes, radiators, ventilation or controls;
- cleaning and adjusting the heating system;
- removing the old equipment and making good afterwards;
- access equipment, parking, tax and any other extra charges;
- the certificates, warranty paperwork and instructions you will receive.
Read the payment stages and cancellation terms. Ask whether the warranty covers labour and call-outs as well as parts, and what servicing it requires.
Arrange the visit with your tenant
Agree access and explain how long the home will be without heating or hot water. When the work is finished, show your tenant how to use the controls and tell them who to contact if something goes wrong.
Keep the invoice, test and compliance records, warranty and instructions. Continue the required maintenance and annual gas safety checks; follow the servicing conditions for safe operation and the warranty.
For grants or help with energy improvements, check the current official scheme before budgeting for support. Eligibility depends on the property and scheme. This is general information; the installer should advise on the design for your home.