“(New Boiler, thermostat, and heating system mods). Excellent products and service at a competitive price. You can only properly judge a company by the way they overcome problems. My job threw up several difficulties. South Coast were prompt and professional in overcoming them. They can be completely trusted and relied upon.”
Public evidence profile
South Coast Boiler Services Ltd
Emergency callout
Central Heating Repair
Identity & vetting
3 Checkatrade checks verified
Companies House
Active incorporated business
Trust Score
78out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 545 reviews
- 4 reviews in the last 12 months
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume545
Independent sources3 independent public sources
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say53.5 of 60
Independent checks14.5 of 30
Track record10 of 10
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- Licences and credentials0 of 10.1
- Ways to reach them8.6 of 10.1
- Reviewed on more than one site2.5 of 5.1
- Registered company details3.4 of 3.4
- Photos of their work0 of 0.8
- Industry recognition0 of 0.4
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Trust at a glance
3 checksWhat we can verify about South Coast Boiler Services Ltd
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Emergency callout
Lists emergency callout on Checkatrade for:
- Central Heating Repair
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From Checkatrade
Checkatrade checks
Approved Checkatrade member since 2012.
Checkatrade has carried out these checks:
- Trading address verified
- Identity checked
- Meets Checkatrade Standards
Business details Checkatrade lists:
- VAT registered: 155594874
- Company type: Ltd Company
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Companies House registration
ActiveActive incorporated business
South Coast Boiler Services Ltd is linked to a Companies House entry. This shows the business registration, not evidence of workmanship or service quality.
Legal nameSouth Coast Boiler Services Ltd
Company number08544461
Incorporated
Registered activityPlumbing & heating installation
Run by1 director (longest-serving director appointed in 2013)
Official checkOn the public register
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Reviews · public evidence
What customers say
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5.0out of 5
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Where these reviews are published
- Checkatrade545 reviews · 5.0 avg
Highlights
“We’ve worked with James and his team for over five years, during which they’ve consistently delivered professional, reliable service across several properties. Enquiries are handled promptly, communication is clear and courteous, and issues are resolved quickly and efficiently. Their workmanship is excellent, pricing is fair, and we have complete confidence in recommending them for all plumbing and heating needs.”
“Reliable, reasonably priced and most importantly, always an excellent standard of work. I have worked with this Company for many years and have always been looked after.”
Detailed reviews
These are the individual reviews we hold for South Coast Boiler Services Ltd, including the highlights above. The 545 headline total is the review volume reported across public review sources.
Verified by CheckatradeBoiler replacement and new pipework
From initial contact through to the work being completed we would recommend South Coast Boiler Services, work was carried out quickly and the quote was competitive.
Verified by CheckatradeNew boiler fitted and 2 new radiators fitted
Our works were carried out by Alex and Ben and I really can’t praise them enough. They really were such polite, professional men who are really dedicated to their work and they did not leave my property until they were 100% happy with their work. Thank you so much Alex and Ben. We really appreciate you and your hard work over the 2 days and we wish you all the best. Kind regards, Stephanie (8 Katie Close, BH14 0BH)
Verified by CheckatradeBoiler service
Turned up at 8am got on with the job no fuss clean and tidy service just as good as the previous time I used them would highly recommend
Verified by CheckatradeBoiler servicing + Gas Safety checks
We have used South Coast Boiler Services over several years for boiler + Gas Safety checks. In that time, they have also installed inspection hatches, removed/ remounted/ installed radiators for renovations, and sourced boiler parts to allow for repair rather than replacement. All work has been done to a high standard at a competitive cost, and in a timely, tidy & polite manner. Communications with the office and engineers on site have always been excellent, and we have no concerns in recommending their services to others.
Verified by CheckatradeReplacement boiler
Richard and Ben flushed the heating system and fitted our new boiler with the minimum of fuss and in less time than was originally forecast. Very happy with their service..
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The team turned up on the appointed days on time . Before work they explained in easy terms what work was entailed and how they would carry the work out. At all times they were friendlyand polite. They finished the work within the estimated time. Explained how to use the new system in easy and clear terms. The whole work area was left clean and tidy and all scrap items cleared and taken away. The team on the various days were Alex then Steve & Ben and Richard When an emergency arose they responded immediately,
Verified by CheckatradeAnnual boiler service
Used South Coast Boilers since moving into my house as I was messed about by the people who had installed. Always courteous when booking in, and are always willing to work around my busy schedule. Richard within between the agreed time slot. When greeted by 2 barking dogs, he took the time to greet them and put them at ease. He was thorough with his servicing of the boiler, he even checked all the radiators were working and bled them which I didn't expect him to do. Once he had finished, he talked me through the what had been done and advised future works for next service.
Verified by CheckatradeBoiler annual service and gas check of all gas appliances
Had boiler service and gas check booked - different engineer to previous services but really friendly and knew his job really well- checked everything in a thorough and professional way and even did a smoke test on gas fire in front of me to show me the perfect results. Boiler was good checked it all out including emissions and even cleaned the magna clean which was good - very professional job thank you
Verified by CheckatradeFitted new boiler
Rich and Alex did a wonderful job fitting our boiler very professional and clean workmanship, answered all our questions, and set up our nest and explained how it worked, over all could not be happier
Verified by CheckatradeBoiler service
A very efficient professional service and additional advice carried out by Richard. He solved a query that we had struggled with for some time. Thank you so much.
Verified by CheckatradeNew Boiler fitted
Steve and Alex of South Coast Boilers did an excellent job, very professional. I would definitely recommend this company to anybody needing their services.
Verified by CheckatradeNew boiler
We needed a new boiler urgently as ours had stopped working and it was freezing!I Phoned Sally on reception at 4pm ish and she was fantastic, she was straight on it, James phoned us 10 mins later to discuss our requirements, a few emails with detailed photos sent and within 30 mins a quote and 2 days later a new boiler. The boiler was fitted by Richard and Alex , great team very tidy and polite, they explained everything in detail and made sure I understood. The heating has never worked so well ! They left all the areas clean and tidy, I would highly recommend.
Verified by CheckatradeGot the faulty boiler going again
Got my boiler working when it had stopped in freezing conditions. Arrived on time, polite and friendly, tidy, and gave excellent advice that I felt was honest and at no time did I feel I was pressured into having a new boiler
Verified by CheckatradeNew boiler fitted
From first point of contact with Sally. The whole installation was efficient and smooth. The team of Alex, Steve, and Ben were punctual, polite, tidy, and hard working and a credit to the firm. Would highly recommend
Verified by CheckatradeWe had an old water tank boiler replaced by a combi boiler.
I cannot rate South Coast Boiler Services high enough. From the very first day, Alex and Rich, the fitters were extremely polite and courteous. They explained exactly what they were doing throughout the whole process and when they came up with any issues, they talked through the solutions with me. They were extremely tidy throughout the whole process and made sure we had hot water every day. They provided a fantastic service and Alex and Rich are an absolute credit to the company. Thank you
Local context
Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for gas engineers in Wimborne
Across 7 gas engineers in Wimborne, the typical rating is 4.9 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
Sources
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About
Central heating in Wimborne, Dorset.
Services they list
Gas Boiler InstallationGas Boiler Servicing / RepairGas Central Heating InstallationGas Central Heating Servicing / RepairGas Cooker InstallationGas Safety Checks - CP12LPG Boiler InstallationLPG Central Heating InstallationLPG Central Heating Servicing / RepairSmart Thermostats
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Areas served
DorsetWimborne
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Worth checking yourself
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Verify at the sourceCheck them yourself
Gas work is restricted by law to Gas Safe registered engineers. If they'll touch a boiler or any gas appliance, confirm they're currently on the register before you hire - it's free and takes a minute.
Check the Gas Safe RegisterBy law, anyone working on your gas appliances must be on the Gas Safe Register. Ask to see their Gas Safe ID card and check the licence number at gassaferegister.co.uk before they start.
Never let an unregistered person touch your gas: unsafe gas work risks carbon monoxide poisoning, fire and explosion, and is a criminal offence.
For a boiler or appliance install, get the work and price in writing and keep the Gas Safe / Building Regulations certificate they are required to give you.
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About this business
Recently reviewed4 reviews in the last 12 months.
A real, registered businessWe cross-checked Companies House: this business is officially registered for work that matches the gas engineer services it advertises - independent confirmation it's a genuine business set up to do this kind of work, not just a directory entry.
How long they've really been tradingIndependent sources agree they've been operating since at least 2012. That's 14 years, confirmed across 3 separate sources.
Checkatrade member since2012First public review2012Company registered2013
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Common questions about South Coast Boiler Services Ltd
Is South Coast Boiler Services Ltd a legitimate business?
South Coast Boiler Services Ltd has 545 independent public reviews, rated 5 out of 5. It is a registered business on Companies House, listed as active, and the public register shows no adverse status (no dissolution, insolvency or strike-off) against it. 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 South Coast Boiler Services Ltd?
South Coast Boiler Services Ltd has 545 public reviews, averaging 5 out of 5. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
How do I know South Coast Boiler Services Ltd's reviews are genuine?
South Coast Boiler Services Ltd's 545 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 South Coast Boiler Services Ltd had recent public reviews?
South Coast Boiler Services Ltd has 4 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.
Is South Coast Boiler Services Ltd a registered business?
South Coast Boiler Services Ltd is a registered business on Companies House (company number 08544461), incorporated 24 May 2013, listed as active. This confirms the legal registration of the business, not evidence of workmanship or service quality.
What does South Coast Boiler Services Ltd specialise in?
South Coast Boiler Services Ltd lists specialist services including Gas Boiler Installation, Gas Boiler Servicing / Repair, Gas Central Heating Installation, Gas Central Heating Servicing / Repair, Gas Cooker Installation, Gas Safety Checks - CP12. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.