Plumber & Heating Engineer
in Hornchurch
Honest, tidy plumbing and heating work in Hornchurch, explained clearly and priced after seeing the job.
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Local to Hornchurch
Plumbing and heating across Hornchurch
Mitch covers Hornchurch from his base in Romford. Braxton's Plumbing & Heating is run by Mitchell, with trusted extra hands on bigger jobs. Romford and Hornchurch are the main areas, with Hornchurch included in the wider service area.
Boiler installations, repairs and servicing are available alongside central heating installations, radiators and power flushing. Whether you need a fault investigated or are considering replacing a system, Mitch explains the options in plain terms.
General plumbing includes taps, toilets, showers, basins, washing machine and dishwasher plumbing, and outside taps. Bathroom work, hot water cylinders, leak detection and repairs are also available. Discuss your property's needs rather than relying on assumptions about its age or layout.
General plumbing can usually be quoted free of charge from photos. If a site visit is needed, the quote costs £45 +VAT, deducted from the bill if accepted. Heating or boiler fault diagnosis costs £90 +VAT. Every job is assessed from photos or during a visit before it is priced.
Mitch has 15 years' experience and is Gas Safe registered, ACS qualified, G3 unvented hot water qualified and NVQ Level 2 qualified. Emergency call-outs cover no heat, no hot water and leaks. Working hours are 8am to 5pm. Phones are answered up to 10pm, and later calls are returned the next day. Call to discuss availability.
Services in Hornchurch
Everything we do in Hornchurch
Boilers & Gas
Gas Engineer
Gas Safe registered boiler installations, servicing and repairs, and landlord gas safety certificates in Hornchurch.
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Boiler Installation
New boiler installations from £1,800 +VAT, with manufacturer warranties from 2 to 10 years depending on the boiler.
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Boiler Repairs & Fault Finding
Boiler repairs and fault finding, with a £90 +VAT diagnosis fee and a clear explanation of the options.
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Boiler Servicing
Boiler servicing from £90 +VAT, with clear explanations of any findings.
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Landlord Gas Safety Certificates (CP12)
Landlord gas safety certificates (CP12) from £90 +VAT for rented properties in Hornchurch.
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Heating Engineer
Heating fault diagnosis and repairs in Hornchurch, with the issue explained before further work is agreed.
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Central Heating Installation
Central heating installations, including full system replacements with boiler, pipework and radiators.
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Radiator Supply, Fitting & Replacement
Radiator supply, fitting and replacement, with the proposed work discussed before you decide.
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Power Flushing
Power flushing for heating systems, with the system assessed before recommending the work.
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Hot Water Cylinders (incl. Unvented, G3)
Hot water cylinder installation and repair, including unvented systems with G3 qualified Mitch.
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Plumber
General plumbing in Hornchurch, including taps, toilets, showers, basins and appliance plumbing.
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General Plumbing
Taps, toilets, showers, basins, washing machine and dishwasher plumbing, and outside taps, explained clearly.
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Bathrooms
Bathroom plumbing and fitting in Hornchurch, with the work priced after seeing the job.
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Leak Detection & Repairs
Leak detection and repairs in Hornchurch, with findings explained in plain English.
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Emergency Call-Outs
Emergency call-outs for no heat, no hot water or a leak, with phones answered up to 10pm across Hornchurch.
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Why Hornchurch chooses Braxton's
A Romford-based service covering Hornchurch, with clear explanations and careful work.
15 years' experience
Mitch brings 15 years' plumbing and heating experience to boiler repairs, installations and general plumbing. He explains what he finds and discusses the work needed, so you can make an informed decision.
Run by Mitchell
Braxton's is run by Mitchell, with trusted extra hands on bigger jobs. You can discuss your plumbing or heating needs with Mitch, whether you are planning an installation or need a fault investigated.
Gas Safe registered
Mitch is Gas Safe registered, ACS qualified, G3 unvented hot water qualified and NVQ Level 2 qualified. Public liability insurance covers up to £2 million. The workmanship guarantee covers workmanship only, not parts.
Fair, upfront pricing
Photo quotes are free for general plumbing. A quote requiring a site visit costs £45 +VAT, deducted from the bill if accepted. Heating or boiler fault diagnosis costs £90 +VAT. Quotes follow photos or a visit, rather than blind pricing.
Tidy work and clear explanations
Customer reviews highlight tidy work, care in the home and clear explanations. Mitch discusses the findings and proposed work in plain terms, helping you understand the options before deciding how to proceed.
"Great service, traced a leak that no one else could find with any certainty. Repaired and put us in contact with an insurance loss assessor to take care of all the repairs. Honestly it's been as effortless as possible. Highly recommend."
Local know-how
Plumbing and heating issues Mitch can investigate in Hornchurch
If you notice a fault, discuss the symptoms with Mitch so the job can be assessed rather than guessed at.
Boiler faults
A boiler fault or loss of heating needs investigation before a repair can be recommended. Mitch offers boiler repairs and fault finding, with a £90 +VAT diagnosis fee, and explains the findings and available options.
Plumbing leaks
A visible leak or suspected hidden leak is a reason to have the plumbing checked. Mitch offers leak detection and repairs, explaining what he finds and the proposed work rather than assuming the cause from the property location.
Radiator and heating problems
If the heating is not working as expected, Mitch can investigate the fault and discuss suitable work. Services include radiator supply, fitting and replacement, power flushing and central heating installations, depending on what the assessment shows.
Hot water problems
If you have no hot water or concerns about a cylinder, call to discuss the symptoms. Mitch handles hot water cylinders, including unvented systems, and is G3 qualified. Any recommendation depends on the system and the findings.
Worn or leaking fittings
Problems with taps, toilets, showers, basins or appliance plumbing can be discussed with Mitch. General plumbing can usually be quoted free of charge from photos. If a site visit is needed, the quote costs £45 +VAT, deducted if accepted.
Our process
How a job in Hornchurch works
- 01
Call or send photos
Speak to Mitch directly, or send photos of the problem for a free quote on general plumbing.
- 02
Honest assessment
If a visit is needed to price it properly, it's £45 +VAT: deducted if you go ahead.
- 03
Clear quote
Usually within a couple of hours of the visit, sometimes up to 24 hours if waiting on supplier information. No pricing blind.
- 04
The work, done tidily
Carried out by Mitch, with trusted extra hands on bigger jobs. Your home left clean.
- 05
Explained & guaranteed
You're shown what was done. Workmanship is guaranteed.
FAQs
Plumbing & heating in Hornchurch: your questions
Nearby areas we cover
Do you cover Hornchurch?+
Yes, Hornchurch is one of our two main areas, alongside Romford.
How quickly can you get to Hornchurch?+
Mitch covers Hornchurch from Romford. Call to discuss availability for your job. No typical response time is promised.
How much does a plumber or boiler service cost in Hornchurch?+
Boiler servicing is from £90 +VAT. General plumbing is usually quoted free from photos; a site-visit quote is £45 +VAT, deducted if you go ahead.
Do you do emergency call-outs in Hornchurch?+
Yes, for no heat, no hot water or a leak. Phones are answered up to 10pm, with next-day callbacks after that.
Can you fit a new boiler in Hornchurch?+
Yes, boiler installs start from £1,800 +VAT with a manufacturer warranty of 2 to 10 years depending on the model.
Do you provide landlord gas safety certificates for rented flats?+
Yes, CP12 certificates from £90 +VAT are available for rented properties in Hornchurch.
Can you help with a bathroom refit?+
Mitch offers boiler repairs and installations, radiators, hot water cylinders, bathrooms and general plumbing. Describe your system and the work needed so he can confirm the scope and assess the job before quoting.
Do you work on flats above shops?+
Yes, general plumbing and heating work for flats above shops on the High Street and nearby is covered.
Can you fix a boiler that keeps losing pressure?+
Yes, fault diagnosis is £90 +VAT and will identify whether it's a simple fix or something more involved.
What nearby areas do you also cover?+
Ardleigh Green, Gallows Corner, Upminster and Rainham are all covered as part of the same patch.
Do you work on larger homes in Hornchurch?+
Mitch offers boiler repairs and installations, radiators, hot water cylinders, bathrooms and general plumbing. Describe your system and the work needed so he can confirm the scope and assess the job before quoting.
Your local Hornchurch plumber and heating engineer
For plumbing and heating in Hornchurch, call or send photos and Mitch will discuss the work and quoting options.
Phones answered until 10pm. Later calls are returned the next day.