Plumber & Boiler Engineer in Kirby Muxloe
From the older houses near the castle to the newer builds off Main Street, we know Kirby Muxloe's heating systems inside out.
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Checkatrade
10/10 · 131 reviews
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5.0 stars
Family Run
Steve & his son
Kirby Muxloe has some of the finest homes on this side of Leicester, and with the older detached properties near the castle and the newer executive builds off Main Street, we see a real mix of heating setups. Steve and his son have worked on everything from period systems in the cottages near Kirby Muxloe Castle to modern combi installs in the newer estates, so whatever's under your stairs or in your loft, chances are we've already sorted one just like it nearby. Bigger detached houses often mean longer pipe runs, older cast iron radiators, or a boiler that's been asked to do more than it was ever sized for, and that's exactly the kind of job we're used to. We're Gas Safe registered, rated 10/10 on Checkatrade from 131 reviews, and hold a 5.0 on Google, so you're not taking a chance on a stranger. As a family-run father-and-son outfit, we turn up when we say we will, explain what's actually wrong in plain English, and get on with the job without a load of upselling.
Kirby Muxloe homes and common issues
Kirby Muxloe's a real mix of housing so we see all sorts. There's the older cottages and terraces near the castle and village centre, some still running on plumbing that's been patched up bit by bit over the years rather than properly renewed, plus plenty of solid 1930s and post-war semis and detached houses further out towards Ratby Lane and Station Road. Then you've got the newer estates on the edges of the village where combi boilers are standard and things are more modern but still need regular servicing like any other home. Whatever era your house is, we've worked on plumbing and heating in most of them.
- Older cottages and terraces near the village centre often have narrow, dated pipe runs that need careful attention rather than a straightforward like-for-like swap
- The 1930s and post-war semis around Ratby Lane commonly need radiator upgrades or a system flush once the original pipework starts to silt up
- Newer estate homes still get combi boiler faults, low pressure and thermostat problems even though the properties are younger
- Houses with loft conversions or extensions across the village sometimes have heating systems that were never rebalanced for the extra rooms, leading to cold spots upstairs
Recent work in Kirby Muxloe
What local customers say
“Had a problem with my toilet cistern. Great communication, very polite, very professional, fixed the leaking toilet. I'd highly recommend Steve and the team at The Plumb Doctor.”
“Had our old en suite shower cubicle removed and a new quadrant shower fitted. Looks incredible. Well done to the whole team.”
“Wow, what absolute top service. Very professional, friendly and honest. Very clean throughout the job. Now my heating and water pressure is a hundred times better.”
Kirby Muxloe - frequently asked questions
- Do you cover Kirby Muxloe for boiler installations?
- Yes, we install boilers throughout Kirby Muxloe, from straightforward swaps to full new installs. We install and service all major boiler brands, so whatever you've currently got or whatever you're switching to, we can handle it.
- We've got an older detached house near the castle with an old boiler, can you cope with an unusual setup?
- Absolutely. A lot of the period properties around Kirby Muxloe Castle have older heating systems, sometimes with cast iron radiators or airing cupboard cylinders that newer engineers aren't confident with. We've got decades of trade experience between us and we're happy to work with whatever's actually there rather than telling you to rip it all out.
- Can you fix a leaking pipe or tap in Kirby Muxloe?
- Yes, general plumbing is a big part of what we do. Leaking pipes, dripping taps, and joints that have started weeping are all straightforward call-outs for us, and we'll get to you promptly to stop any damage getting worse.
- Do you do boiler servicing for landlords with rental properties in Kirby Muxloe?
- We do. Kirby Muxloe has a fair few let properties alongside the owner-occupied homes, and we carry out annual boiler servicing and gas safety checks for landlords, with proper certificates issued so you're covered legally.
- What if my radiators aren't heating up properly?
- Cold spots on radiators, especially in bigger detached houses with more radiators on the system, are usually down to trapped air or sludge build-up. We can bleed and balance the system, and if it's more serious we can power flush it to get the whole house heating evenly again.
- Can you deal with blocked drains or pipes?
- Yes, blocked pipes and drains are one of our regular jobs. We'll get out to you, find out what's causing the blockage, and clear it properly rather than just pushing the problem further down the line.
- How quickly can you get to an emergency in Kirby Muxloe?
- We aim to get to genuine emergencies, like burst pipes or a boiler that's completely gone, as quickly as we possibly can. Give us a call and we'll be straight with you about timing.
- Do you install boilers in new-build or extended properties in Kirby Muxloe?
- Yes, with some of the newer executive homes and extensions going up around Kirby Muxloe, we regularly size and install boilers and heating systems for new build work, making sure the system's properly matched to the house rather than just fitting whatever's cheapest.
- Can you fit a new bathroom or replace bathroom plumbing?
- Yes, general bathroom plumbing work, from replacing a leaking shower valve to full re-piping for a bathroom refit, is something we handle regularly across Kirby Muxloe.
- Is The Plumb Doctor actually local to Kirby Muxloe?
- We're based in Glen Parva, just down the road, and Kirby Muxloe is well within our regular working patch. We're not a national call centre outfit, we're a father-and-son team who actually turn up ourselves.