Find a trusted local heating engineer
Cold radiators, unreliable hot water and heating controls that do not respond can have several causes. A local heating engineer can assess your system and explain practical options. Tell them whether your UK home uses gas, oil, electric heating or a heat pump, rather than assuming every heating specialist works on all systems.
The job form starts in gas engineer; you can change the trade and describe the full project before posting.
Post a heating engineer jobCommon heating jobs
Heating jobs can include radiator replacement, circulation problems, control upgrades, system balancing and investigation of uneven heat. Larger projects may involve replacing equipment or improving the way different parts of a system work together. Explain which rooms are affected, any fault messages and when the problem started. Include accessible photos of controls or equipment labels if safe. Advice based on a description may guide the next step, but a proper assessment can require a visit and testing.
What to check before hiring a heating engineer
For any gas work, use an appropriately qualified Gas Safe registered engineer and check the work categories on their current ID card. A general heating qualification is not permission to work on gas appliances. For oil, heat pumps or electrical systems, ask about training, experience and the credentials relevant to the proposed work. Requirements depend on the equipment and scope. Check current insurance and ask who will provide any required certificates, commissioning records or building-regulations notifications.
Plan the work and compare quotes
For a repair, clarify the diagnostic charge and whether parts are included. For an upgrade, ask for an explanation of sizing, controls, compatibility and any changes to pipework or radiators. Agree who will dispose of old equipment and make good affected surfaces. Discuss likely disruption and whether heating or hot water will be unavailable. If a gas leak or carbon monoxide hazard is suspected, follow official emergency guidance immediately rather than waiting for marketplace messages or an ordinary appointment.
How TradeAmigo works
Post your job on TradeAmigo with the trade selected, add your description, photos where safe, postcode and budget, then discuss the work and compare quotes. Check profiles and credentials yourself before choosing who to hire; local availability varies. TradeAmigo is the only UK platform pairing tradesperson-to-tradesperson support and guidance with a route to work and experience. Tradespeople can also seek a second opinion from someone who has already done the job.
Gas Safe Register: engineer ID and work categories
Frequently asked questions
What heating problems can I post?
Describe cold radiators, unreliable hot water, controls or a planned upgrade, and identify your system's fuel or technology.
Does every heating engineer work on gas?
No. Gas work requires the correct Gas Safe registration and work categories. Ask about competence for your particular system.
What information helps with a heating quote?
Give equipment details, symptoms, affected rooms, previous servicing and safe photos of labels or controls.
Can I get a fixed repair price from photos?
Photos can help, but diagnosis may need on-site testing. Ask how diagnostic visits, parts and additional work will be priced.