Public evidence profile

Hughes Heating

PlumberColchester5.0188 reviews · 1 independent public source
Emergency callout
Plumber
Trust Score
57out of 100
Good record, gaps to check
  • Rated 5.0 from 188 reviews
  • 3 reviews in the last 12 months

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How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume188
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet

How this score is made up

What customers say44.7 of 60
Independent checks7 of 30
Track record5 of 10
See the independent checks
  • Licences and credentials0 of 8.3
  • Ways to reach them7 of 8.3
  • Reviewed on more than one site0 of 6.2
  • Registered company details0 of 4.1
  • Photos of their work0 of 2.1
  • Industry recognition0 of 1

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Trust at a glance

What we can verify about Hughes Heating

1 check

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From Checkatrade

Emergency callout

Lists emergency callout on Checkatrade for:

  • Plumber

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From customer reviews

What customers consistently say

Recurring themes from 3 customer reviews on Checkatrade.

Clear communicationQuoted from 2 reviews

“Layne came round to do a first inspection explained what he was doing at every stage” · Checkatrade, 17 Feb 2026

“Layne was prompt, with great communication, friendly, and went the extra mile.” · Checkatrade, 27 Jan 2026

Reviews · public evidence

What customers say

These reviews are published independently on the named public source below, not testimonials this business chose to show. We bring them together and link each one back to where it appeared, so you can open the source and read it yourself.

5.0out of 5
188 reviews in public evidence3 reviews in the last 12 monthsMost recent review
Customers often mention
  • Friendly & politeMentioned in 67% of reviews we've read
  • PunctualMentioned in 67% of reviews we've read
  • Fast & efficientMentioned in 33% of reviews we've read
  • ProfessionalMentioned in 33% of reviews we've read
Where these reviews are published
  • Checkatrade188 reviews

Highlights

“We had a leak on our mains water pipe, no obvious point where the water was coming from. Layne came round to do a first inspection explained what he was doing at every stage and later sent through a price for the job to track down and repair the leak. On the day he arrived on time and spent most of the day trying to find the leak as the water was running away from where actual leak was! Once found the repair was done in a very professional and correct manner. Very, very pleased with the work done and professionalism shown, happy to recommend.”

AnonymousCheckatrade5.0 rating

“Layne was prompt, with great communication, friendly, and went the extra mile. Job well done.”

S PCheckatrade5.0 rating

Detailed reviews

These are the individual reviews we hold for Hughes Heating, including the highlights above. The 188 headline total is the review volume reported across public review sources.

Ben S5.0 / 5 ·

Very friendly and quick

Checkatrade
Local context

Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for plumbers in Colchester

Across 83 plumbers in Colchester, the typical rating is 5.0 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.

Sources

Where this information comes from

1 named public source

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About

Plumber in Colchester, Essex.

Services they list

Bathroom & Kitchen PlumbingBlocked BathsBlocked SinksBlocked ToiletsGeneral PlumbingPipe FitterPlumbing RepairsPower FlushingRadiator InstallationRadiator RepairRadiator Thermostat Valve InstallationRadiator Thermostat Valve Repair

Listed on public sources or the business's own website; check directly that they cover your job before you book.

Areas served

ColchesterEssex

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Your own checks

What to check before you hire

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Agree the call-out fee, the hourly or fixed rate, and whether parts are charged on top, in writing, before an emergency plumber starts. Out-of-hours overcharging and 'while I'm here' add-ons are common complaints.
Be wary of a plumber who, on a first visit, says your whole system or boiler must be replaced. Get a second opinion and an itemised quote (parts and labour separately) before agreeing to major work.
Gas and boiler work is a separate, regulated trade, not general plumbing. Make sure anyone working on a gas appliance is specifically registered to do gas work, and ask to see that registration before they start.

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About this business

Recently reviewed3 reviews in the last 12 months.
Good to know

Common questions about Hughes Heating

Is Hughes Heating a legitimate business?

Hughes Heating has 188 independent public reviews, rated 5.0 out of 5. This is independent public evidence gathered from named public sources (no ads, no paid placement), not a guarantee of workmanship. If anything here is out of date, the business can request a correction.

What do customers say about Hughes Heating?

Hughes Heating has 188 public reviews, averaging 5.0 out of 5. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.

How do I know Hughes Heating's reviews are genuine?

Hughes Heating's 188 public reviews come from a named public review source, and MyTrustedTraders links every one back to where it was published, so you can open the source and read them yourself rather than trusting a single curated page. MyTrustedTraders brings this public evidence together with no ads and no paid placement: we show where every review came from rather than selling rankings, so you can weigh the evidence for yourself.

Has Hughes Heating had recent public reviews?

Hughes Heating has 3 public reviews dated within the last 12 months. That shows their review history includes recent feedback; it does not prove current availability, so confirm capacity before hiring.

What does Hughes Heating specialise in?

Hughes Heating lists specialist services including Bathroom & Kitchen Plumbing, Blocked Baths, Blocked Sinks, Blocked Toilets, General Plumbing, Pipe Fitter. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.

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