Shirley has one of the most varied housing stocks in Southampton, large 1930s semis along Bellemoor Road and Winchester Road, Victorian terraces closer to the high street, and more recent development on former commercial land. Each type brings different plumbing characteristics, and I'm experienced across all of them.
One of the most common jobs I get called to in Shirley is a central heating system that hasn't been flushed in years. In older properties with steel radiators and copper pipework, corrosion builds up over time and ends up restricting flow through the system. A power flush usually transforms heating efficiency and can cure cold or slow-to-warm radiators that have been a problem for years.
Gas Safe registered (reg. 558654), covering all of Shirley and surrounding SO15/SO16 postcodes. No call-out fee during normal hours, and a clear, honest quote before any work starts.
Real Google reviews. 4.9 from 200+ at the last count.
“Wes diagnosed and then replaced a faulty valve on my heating system that was leaking. Excellent, reliable and prompt. Finding a local, knowledgeable and dependable heating engineer is something worth knowing about.”
“We were able to book Wes promptly after moving in to a new house to service the two boilers. He was efficient, professional and tidied up after he had finished. Reasonable charge too.”
“We have used Wes on more than one occasion and he has always provided a prompt, efficient service. When Wes says he has fixed a problem, it stays fixed.”
No call centre, no subcontractors. The person reading your WhatsApp is the person who turns up in Shirley and the person who signs off the guarantee. Look for the black Transit.
Yes, I cover the whole of Shirley including Bellemoor Road, Winchester Road, Shirley High Street and all surrounding streets across the SO15 postcode. Shirley is one of my regular areas and I'm usually able to attend the same day for urgent issues.
A power flush is a deep clean of your central heating system using a high-flow pump and specialist chemicals to remove iron oxide sludge and debris. If your radiators are slow to heat up, have cold patches, or your system is noisy, a power flush is often the answer. It typically takes three to five hours depending on system size and the level of contamination.
Yes, radiator replacement is a straightforward job I carry out regularly across Shirley and west Southampton. Whether you want a like-for-like replacement or an upgrade to a larger or different style of radiator, I can advise on sizing, fit the new radiator, and balance the system afterwards.
Book a fixed-price service direct, or WhatsApp me a quick video for a quote on anything else.
