Plumber & Boiler Engineer in Braunstone
Trusted by families across Braunstone, from the streets round the park to the newer estates.
Call 07581 461402Gas Safe Registered
Checkatrade
10/10 · 131 reviews
Google Reviews
5.0 stars
Family Run
Steve & his son
If you're in Braunstone and your boiler's playing up or a pipe's decided to let go, Steve and his son can be round to sort it. We know this side of Leicester well, from the older council-era streets near Braunstone Park through to the newer builds further out, and the plumbing in each throws up its own quirks. Older homes often mean ageing pipework or a boiler that's overdue an upgrade, while the newer developments tend to bring combi systems and tighter airing cupboards that need careful fitting. Whatever the job, we turn up when we say we will, explain what's actually wrong in plain English, and get on with fixing it properly rather than papering over the cracks. Steve's Gas Safe registered, and between the family's Checkatrade 10/10 from 131 reviews and a solid 5.0 on Google, Braunstone locals know what to expect from us: straight talking, fair pricing, and a job done right first time. No call-out is too small and no boiler fault too stubborn.
Braunstone homes and common issues
Braunstone's a mix of solid 1930s semis around the older part of the estate, post-war council-built terraces, and newer developments out towards Braunstone Frith and Meridian. A lot of the older stock still has original suspended timber floors, with back boilers swapped out for combis at some point down the line, so there's often old pipework left behind in the walls and under the floor. The newer builds tend to have combi boilers tucked into kitchen cupboards or lofts, which saves space but often makes access for a service or repair a tighter job than you'd like.
- Older semis with narrow bore or part-original pipework causing cold spots on radiators and slow heat up times
- Combi boilers fitted in loft spaces losing pressure over winter due to poor pipe insulation up there
- Council-era terraces with airing cupboard cylinders that are past their best and starting to weep or leak
- Kitchen extensions on older houses where the waste pipe run wasn't sized for modern appliances, leading to slow drains and blockages
Recent work in Braunstone
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.”
Braunstone - frequently asked questions
- Do you cover Braunstone for boiler breakdowns?
- Yes, we're out to Braunstone regularly. If your boiler's gone cold or is throwing up fault codes, give us a call and we'll get someone round to have a look.
- Can you fix a leaking pipe under the sink?
- Most of the time, yes, and often on the same visit. A leaking pipe under the sink is one of the most common jobs we get called out for, usually a worn washer or a joint that's worked loose.
- We're in one of the older Braunstone houses, does that make boiler work harder?
- Not harder, just different. A lot of the older council-era homes round Braunstone still have original pipework or awkward boiler positions, so we take a bit more care checking everything over before we start any installation or repair.
- How quickly can you get to a burst pipe in Braunstone?
- A burst pipe is an emergency in our book, so we prioritise it. Turn your stopcock off if you can find it, then call us and we'll get to you as fast as possible.
- Do you service boilers in the newer developments near Braunstone Park?
- Yes, plenty of the newer builds around there have combi boilers tucked into small cupboards, and we're used to working in tight spaces. An annual service keeps them running efficiently and keeps the warranty valid.
- What's involved in a blocked drain callout?
- We'll usually start with a look to see where the blockage is, then clear it with rodding or jetting depending on how stubborn it is. If it's a recurring problem we'll tell you honestly if there's a bigger issue further down the line.
- Can you swap an old boiler for a new one in a Braunstone home?
- Yes, boiler swaps and upgrades are a big part of what we do. We'll come and assess your current setup, talk you through sensible options, and fit the new boiler without any pressure to overspend.
- Do you do general plumbing jobs, or just boilers?
- Both. Alongside boiler installs, servicing and repairs, we handle general plumbing too, leaking taps, blocked pipes, toilet repairs, radiator issues, the lot.
- Are you Gas Safe registered for work in Braunstone?
- Yes, Steve is Gas Safe registered, which covers any gas boiler work we carry out in Braunstone and the surrounding area. Always worth asking to see the card, and we're happy to show it.
- What if my radiators aren't heating up properly?
- That's often trapped air or a build-up of sludge in the system. We'll bleed the radiators, check the pressure, and if needed do a power flush to get the heat circulating properly again.