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Boiler Installation in Hastings
Ellwood & Son fit new boilers across Hastings, from the seafront terraces to the estates further up the hill. We are Gas Safe registered, accredited by Worcester Bosch and registered Ideal Connect installers, so you get the right boiler fitted properly and backed by a strong manufacturer warranty.
Boiler Installation
A New Boiler That Suits a Hastings Home
Hastings housing is a mix like few other towns: Victorian and Edwardian terraces near the seafront, converted flats in the older streets, and modern estates on the outskirts. Each needs a different approach. An older terrace often has long pipe runs and radiators that have been added over decades, while a newer home may simply need a straightforward combi swap.
Being based here in Hastings, we survey every property in person before quoting. That means the boiler we recommend is sized for your actual home and hot water use, not picked off a chart.
Gas Safe registered engineers
All major brands: Worcester Bosch, Vaillant, Ideal
Registered Ideal Connect installers
Worcester accredited installers
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We follow a structured approach to ensure every job is completed to the highest standards, with minimal disruption to your home or business in Hastings.
Hastings & East Sussex
Combi, System or Regular - Which Is Right?
Most Hastings households do well with a combi boiler: no tank, no cylinder, and hot water on demand. Larger families or homes with more than one bathroom often suit a system boiler with a cylinder, which handles two showers running at once far better.
If your current setup is a regular (heat-only) boiler with tanks in the loft, we will talk you through whether converting to a combi makes sense or whether a like-for-like replacement is the smarter, cheaper option. We give you the honest case for each and let you decide.

Hastings & East Sussex
Coastal Air Is Hard on Boilers - Fit Matters
Salt-laden sea air is tough on external flues, brackets and any pipework run outside the property. On seafront and clifftop homes in Hastings we pay particular attention to flue routing and materials, and we position condensate pipes so winter freezing is far less likely.
It is exactly this sort of detail that separates a boiler that quietly runs for fifteen years from one that starts throwing faults in five.

Hastings & East Sussex
From Survey to Switch-On
Every installation starts with a free survey and a written quote. On the day, we protect your floors, remove and dispose of the old boiler, fit the new one with a system cleanse and magnetic filter where appropriate, then commission it, register the warranty and show you how everything works.
Most straightforward swaps are done in a day. Conversions or relocations can take a little longer, and we will tell you exactly how long before any work starts.

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Help & Advice
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a new boiler cost in Hastings?
It depends on the boiler type, the brand and how much pipework needs altering. A straightforward combi swap sits at the lower end, while a conversion from a regular boiler to a combi costs more. We survey your home free of charge and give you a fixed written quote before anything is booked.
How long does a boiler installation take?
A like-for-like combi swap is usually completed in a single day. If we are converting your system, moving the boiler to a new location or replacing old pipework, it can take two to three days. You will know the timescale from the quote stage.
Which boiler brands do you install?
We supply and fit all major brands, with a focus on Worcester Bosch, Vaillant and Ideal. We are Worcester accredited installers and registered Ideal Connect installers, which reflects the training and standards those manufacturers require.
Is a combi boiler right for a Victorian terrace?
Usually, yes. Combis free up the loft and airing cupboard and suit the water demand of most terraces. The main thing we check is your incoming mains water flow, because a combi relies on it. If flow is poor, a system boiler with a cylinder may serve you better, and we will tell you before you commit.
Does living near the sea affect my boiler?
It can. Salt air accelerates corrosion on external flues and fittings, which is why we choose materials and flue positions carefully on seafront and exposed Hastings properties. A well-planned installation copes with coastal conditions for many years.
Do you remove and dispose of the old boiler?
Yes. Removal and disposal of your old boiler, and any redundant tanks or cylinders if you are converting to a combi, is included in the job. We leave the property tidy at the end of the day.
What warranty will my new boiler have?
All the boilers we fit come with a manufacturer warranty, and our accreditations with Worcester Bosch and Ideal can unlock longer warranty terms on selected models. We register the warranty for you and explain what you need to do to keep it valid, which is mainly an annual service.
Can you move the boiler to a different room?
Yes, relocations are common, for example moving a kitchen boiler into a garage, loft or utility space. It adds pipework and flue time, so it costs more than a like-for-like swap, but we price it clearly in the survey so there are no surprises.
Should I repair my old boiler or replace it?
If your boiler is under ten years old and the fault is minor, a repair usually makes sense. If it is older, inefficient or the repair is a major component, replacement often works out cheaper over a few winters. We do both, so our advice is not biased towards selling you a boiler.
Are you Gas Safe registered?
Yes. Every engineer who works on gas in your home is Gas Safe registered, which is the legal requirement for boiler work in the UK. You are welcome to check our registration before we start.
Which parts of Hastings do you cover?
All of them. We are a Hastings-based firm, so from the Old Town to the newer estates we are on your doorstep. We also fit boilers in St Leonards-on-Sea, Bexhill-on-Sea and Rye.
Ready for a New Boiler in Hastings?
Call Ellwood & Son on 07525 024973 for a free survey and a fixed written quote from local Gas Safe engineers.