- Drive from base
- 1.6 miabout 5 minutes
- Homes on mains gas
- 71%2021 Census
- Water hardness
- 263 ppmHard water
- Boiler repairs
- from £90Price agreed first
Essex Heating Engineers is a family-run, Gas Safe registered (925538) heating and plumbing firm covering Pitsea from our base in Bowers Gifford, Basildon. We have worked across Basildon district for over 40 years: boiler repairs and servicing, new boiler installations as a Baxi Approved Installer, landlord gas safety certificates, central heating, underfloor heating and everyday plumbing.
About Pitsea homes and heating
71% of the 10,551 households around Pitsea heat with mains gas only, 16% are electric only (2021 Census, ward level).
Water in the Pitsea area is hard at around 263 ppm, so limescale in boilers, cylinders and showers is a common cause of faults here.
Pitsea is 1.6 miles from our base in Bowers Gifford, about 5 minutes by van.
Pitsea is part of Basildon, and our engineers cover the whole town daily. See our Basildon page for the wider area.
Our services in Pitsea
Boiler Services5 services
Boiler Installation and Replacement in Pitsea
New gas boiler installation and replacement across Essex from £1,980 fitted, with next-day installation available. Baxi Approved Installer, Gas Safe registered, family run for over 40 years.
Boiler Repair in Pitsea
Gas Safe boiler repairs across Essex with call-out from £90. Family-run engineers who fix all major brands and agree the price before any parts go in.
Emergency Boiler Repair 24/7 in Pitsea
24-hour emergency boiler repair across Essex. Gas Safe engineers on call day and night, emergency call-out from £120, family run for over 40 years.
Boiler Servicing in Pitsea
Annual boiler servicing across Essex by Gas Safe registered engineers, one-off or from £8.99 a month on a plan. Most manufacturer warranties depend on it.
Power Flushing in Pitsea
Power flushing for central heating systems across Essex. Clears sludge and scale so radiators heat evenly and your boiler stops fighting a clogged system.
Gas Safe Registered Engineers4 services
Emergency Gas Engineer 24/7 in Pitsea
24-hour emergency gas engineer across Essex. Gas Safe registered (925538), emergency call-out from £120, day and night, from a family firm in Basildon.
Landlord Gas Safety Certificates (CP12) in Pitsea
Landlord Gas Safety Certificates (CP12) across Essex from Gas Safe registered engineers. Ask for our landlord rate, or £12.99 a month with the boiler service.
Gas Cooker and Hob Installation in Pitsea
Gas cooker and hob installation across Essex for £120, including bayonet fitting, cooker hose and a gas safety check, by Gas Safe registered engineers.
Gas Pipework and Gas Leaks in Pitsea
Gas pipework, gas leak detection and repair across Essex by Gas Safe registered engineers. New runs for cookers and boilers, tightness tests and reconnections.
Central Heating Services6 services
Central Heating Installation in Pitsea
Full central heating installation across Essex. Boiler, radiators, pipework and controls designed for your home and fitted by Gas Safe registered engineers.
Central Heating Repairs in Pitsea
Central heating repairs across Essex with call-out from £90. Cold radiators, pumps, motorised valves, thermostats and leaks fixed by Gas Safe engineers.
Radiators and Radiator Valves in Pitsea
Radiator installation, replacement, moving and radiator valves across Essex. Panel, column, designer and towel radiators fitted and balanced.
Smart Thermostats and Heating Controls in Pitsea
Smart thermostats and heating controls across Essex. Hive, programmers, room stats and TRVs fitted by heating engineers, with Hive included on our £24.99 plan.
Hot Water Cylinders and Tanks in Pitsea
Hot water cylinder and cold water tank installation across Essex from £550. Cylinders, immersion heaters, loft tanks and valves by Gas Safe engineers.
Underfloor Heating in Pitsea
Wet underfloor heating installation across Essex. Designed around your boiler and floor, fitted in extensions, kitchens and whole houses by heating engineers.
Plumber5 services
Emergency Plumber 24/7 in Pitsea
24-hour emergency plumber across Essex from £90. Burst pipes, leaks, blocked toilets and no water dealt with day and night by a family firm in Basildon.
Plumbing Repairs and Leak Detection in Pitsea
Plumbing repairs and leak detection across Essex from £90. Taps, toilets, showers, pipework and water heaters fixed by a family firm with 40 years in the trade.
Bathroom Installation in Pitsea
Bathroom installation across Essex. Baths, showers, toilets, basins, towel rails and all the plumbing, from a like-for-like swap to a full refit.
Fixed-Price Plumbing Jobs in Pitsea
Fixed-price plumbing jobs across Essex. Taps, showers, toilets, appliances and valves with the price agreed before we start, from £90.
Water Softeners and Limescale Protection in Pitsea
Water softeners and scale reducers fitted across Essex, where water averages 317 ppm. Protect your boiler, cylinder, shower and taps from limescale.
Recent work near Pitsea
Reviews from customers
Joshua FoxGoogle review★★★★★Essex Heating Engineers installed a new boiler for me in Rayleigh, and they were excellent from start to finish. The team was punctual, tidy, and really professional. The installation was quick, everything was explained clearly, and the new boiler works per...
Darren DeaconGoogle review★★★★★Ash arrived on time, gave us his advice and explained how we should proceed. His quote was reasonable and when we get his email we will arrange a time for the installation of a new thermostat. They covered our floors, so they didn't track anything in. They ...
Jack CoreyGoogle review★★★★★Essex Heating Engineers is my go-to company. They always do a great job. Dean was especially knowledgeable, efficient and dedicated. Getting my house back in working order after a leak in the upstairs bath was problematical, to say the least. But Dean did w...
Questions from Pitsea customers
How quickly can you get to Pitsea?
Pitsea is 1.6 miles from our base in Bowers Gifford, about 5 minutes by van. Same-day emergency cover and typical arrival in about 5 minutes.
What does a boiler repair in Pitsea cost?
Repairs start from £90. The engineer diagnoses the fault and gives you the price to fix it before doing the work. Most common faults are fixed on the first visit.
Do you install new boilers in Pitsea?
Yes. Gas boiler installation starts from £1,980 fitted, with a free survey and written quote first, and next-day installation is available when your old boiler has failed. We are a Baxi Approved Installer and also fit Worcester Bosch, Vaillant, Ideal and Glow-worm.
Are your engineers Gas Safe registered?
Yes. Essex Heating Engineers Ltd is Gas Safe registered, number 925538, and every engineer carries a Gas Safe ID card you can check.
Do you offer a service plan for homes in Pitsea?
Yes. Plans start at £8.99 a month and include your annual boiler service, priority booking and no call-out fee. Landlord and controls options are available.
