Boiler service and repair · Swords
Boiler Service and Repair in Swords
A yearly service, a boiler that's stopped, or a new one. Gas work goes to a Registered Gas Installer who covers Swords.
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What does it cost in Swords?
A boiler service in Swords costs €75–€160. A new boiler fitted starts at from €2,499. Only a Registered Gas Installer (RGI) may work on a gas boiler in Ireland. Oil boilers are serviced by an oil technician.
What to do first
- If you smell gas: leave the house and ring Gas Networks Ireland on 1800 20 50 50 from outside.
- Check the boiler pressure gauge. Under 1 bar, top it up with the filling loop, or ask the engineer to show you.
- Note any fault code on the display. It tells the engineer which part to bring.
- Check the gas or oil is on, and the timer and thermostat are calling for heat.
Boiler service and repair: prices
Typical prices in Swords. The plumber confirms the price before any work.
| Job | Typical price | What moves the price |
|---|---|---|
| Gas or oil boiler service | €75–€160 | Gas work is for a Registered Gas Installer only. Oil boilers are serviced by an oil technician. |
| New gas boiler, fitted | From €2,499 | Combi or system, the size, and whether the boiler or flue moves. |
| Power flush | €1,299 | Clears sludge from the radiators and pipes. Bigger systems take longer. |
| Call-out, weekday daytime | Up to €150 | Some plumbers charge nothing to come out and bill from the first hour. Others charge a call-out that covers the first half hour or so. |
What happens on the day
- A service: the casing comes off, the burner, fan, seals and flue are checked and cleaned, and the gas pressure and flue gases are tested.
- For gas, you get a certificate from the RGI after the work.
- A repair: the engineer reads the fault code and tests the part before replacing it.
- If the boiler is old and unsafe, they tell you straight and switch it off if they have to.
What can go wrong, and how a good plumber avoids it
Gas work by someone who isn't registered
Ask for the RGI ID card. A real RGI carries one with a photo and a registration number.
A service that's just a look
The casing off and a flue gas reading. Ask what was tested.
Paying to repair a boiler that's done
On an old boiler, ask what a repair costs against a new one before you agree.
In Swords
78% of homes in Swords heat with gas and 11% with oil. Gas Networks Ireland advises a gas boiler service once a year by a Registered Gas Installer.
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Boiler service and repair: questions
How often should a boiler be serviced?
Once a year. Gas Networks Ireland advises a yearly service by a Registered Gas Installer, and most boiler warranties need one.
Who can work on a gas boiler?
Only a Registered Gas Installer (RGI). It's the law in Ireland for any gas work in a home. Ask to see the RGI ID card.
How long does a boiler service take?
About an hour for most boilers. Longer if a part needs cleaning or replacing.
Should I repair or replace my boiler?
If it's over 15 years old, breaks down often, or a part is no longer made, a new condensing boiler usually makes more sense.
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