Household safety
A full gas boiler service checks for gas leaks, unsafe combustion and the early signs of carbon monoxide — protecting your family before anything becomes dangerous.
Boiler servicing · Brighton & Hove
Professional boiler servicing
by trusted Gas Safe engineers
An annual boiler service keeps your gas boiler safe, efficient and warranty-valid. Book yours with the family-run Brighton heating company that homeowners have relied on for over 25 years — fixed £70, completed within the hour.
Fixed £70 for a full annual boiler service
Most services completed within the hour
Gas Safe engineer No. 204352 — since 1998
Why annual servicing matters
Six reasons homeowners book a boiler service every year
A yearly gas boiler service is the single most cost-effective piece of heating maintenance you'll ever pay for. Here's what a proper annual service protects you against.
Better efficiency
A well-tuned boiler burns less gas to heat the same home. Our engineers re-calibrate combustion and clean the components so every kilowatt of heat is put to work.
Lower energy bills
A poorly maintained boiler can waste up to 20% more gas. Annual servicing keeps yours running near its factory-rated efficiency — a small cost that pays for itself.
Longer boiler lifespan
Regular boiler maintenance can extend the working life of a modern combi by 3–5 years, delaying the cost of a full replacement.
Fewer breakdowns
Small faults — leaking seals, weeping valves, tired pumps — are spotted and put right before they leave you without heating or hot water.
Warranty protection
Manufacturers require a documented annual service by a Gas Safe engineer to honour their warranty. We complete your benchmark record on the day.
What's included
A complete Gas Safe boiler service — nothing skipped
Every annual boiler service we carry out follows the manufacturer's official schedule. Here are the checks included as standard, on every make and model, at our fixed £70 price.
01
Gas pressure test
Verify inlet working pressure and gas rate to manufacturer specification.
02
Flue inspection
Visual and internal flue check plus a full flue-gas analysis.
03
Combustion analysis
Electronic analyser reading to confirm safe, efficient combustion.
04
Safety devices
Test all lock-outs, overheat cut-offs and flame-failure protection.
05
Heat exchanger
Inspect the primary heat exchanger for scale, sooting and corrosion.
06
Condensate trap
Clean and refill the condensate trap to prevent winter freeze-ups.
07
Expansion vessel
Check the pre-charge pressure and re-pressurise where required.
08
Boiler controls
Test thermostat response, timer settings and diverter operation.
09
Leak & seal checks
Inspect every joint, seal and casing gasket for water and gas leaks.
10
Visual inspection
Full walk-around of pipework, flue, condensate and clearances.
Why Dales
The heating engineers Brighton homeowners recommend
Dales Boiler Services is a family-run Gas Safe heating company covering Brighton, Hove and the surrounding Sussex area. For over 25 years we've built our reputation one careful boiler service at a time.
- Gas Safe registeredEvery service carried out by a Gas Safe engineer (Registration No. 204352).
- Over 25 years' experienceA local Brighton heating company established in 1998 — nothing we haven't seen.
- Honest, fixed pricing£70 for a full annual service. No call-out fees, no surprise add-ons.
- Friendly local engineersOne familiar face each year — never a subcontractor from out of town.
- Reliable appointmentsReal time slots you can plan a day around, not vague morning/afternoon windows.
- Manufacturer-trainedWorcester Bosch, Vaillant and Viessmann accreditations — trained on the range.
- Fully insured£2m public liability cover, comprehensive risk assessment and dust-free working.
- Quality workmanshipWritten service report, benchmark completed and tidy handover — every visit.
Boilers we service
Trained on every major UK boiler brand
Our Gas Safe engineers service and maintain every mainstream domestic boiler on the UK market — combi, system and regular models. Whichever brand keeps your home warm, we're trained on it.
- Vaillant
- Worcester Bosch
- Ideal
- Baxi
- Glow-worm
- Alpha
- Viessmann
Also servicing Main, Potterton, Vokera, Ferroli, Ariston and Halstead — plus LPG models. Worcester Bosch service · Vaillant service
Customer reviews
Rated 4.9 by boiler service customers in Brighton & Hove
"Booked a service on the Monday, engineer arrived on the Wednesday exactly when he said he would. Polite, thorough, and left the boiler cupboard cleaner than he found it. Genuinely lovely to deal with."
"Third year in a row we've used Dales. The reminder pops through, we book online, done. Honest, fixed price and no upsell nonsense — exactly what you want from a heating engineer."
"Explained every check as they went. Spotted a tired pump before it failed and quoted for it there and then — no pressure, no drama. Feels like a proper local company that actually cares."
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FAQs
Boiler servicing questions, answered
How often should my boiler be serviced?
Every 12 months. An annual boiler service is the industry standard and is required by nearly every manufacturer to keep your warranty valid. Regular servicing also keeps your gas boiler running safely, efficiently and reduces the risk of breakdowns in the middle of winter.
How long does a boiler service take?
A full gas boiler service with Dales normally takes between 45 and 60 minutes. If your boiler has not been serviced for several years, or we spot something that needs a closer look, we'll take a little longer and always explain what we're checking before we move on.
Will an annual service keep my manufacturer warranty valid?
Yes. As long as your service is carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer and logged in your benchmark book, an annual service satisfies the warranty terms of Worcester Bosch, Vaillant, Viessmann, Ideal, Baxi, Glow-worm, Alpha and every other major UK brand.
What happens if I miss a boiler service?
A missed service usually invalidates your manufacturer warranty, so any future breakdown becomes chargeable. Small faults such as low pressure, a sticking valve or a partially blocked flue can also develop unnoticed and lead to a bigger repair bill later. We recommend catching up as soon as you can.
Can you service all makes of boiler?
Yes. Our heating engineers are trained on every mainstream domestic boiler including Worcester Bosch, Vaillant, Viessmann, Ideal, Baxi, Glow-worm, Alpha, Main, Potterton, Vokera, Ferroli and Ariston. We service combi, system and regular boilers as well as LPG appliances.
Is a boiler service worth the money?
Absolutely. A £70 annual service protects an appliance worth thousands, keeps your energy bills lower, protects the warranty on your boiler and — most importantly — makes sure your family is safe from carbon monoxide. It's the single best-value job you can book for your home each year.
Do you offer a 'boiler service near me' in Brighton & Hove?
Yes. Dales Boiler Services is based in Hove and covers the whole of Brighton, Hove, Portslade, Shoreham, Southwick, Rottingdean, Saltdean, Peacehaven and the surrounding Sussex villages. When you search 'boiler service near me' locally, you'll find us.
Book your annual boiler service today
Fixed £70. Gas Safe engineers. Real appointment times across Brighton, Hove and the surrounding Sussex area.