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Boiler Service Contract Cost

£180–£300typical UK range. Last updated October 2026.

A boiler service contract, plan or agreement typically costs £180–£300 a year with central-heating cover; boiler-only cover is commonly £8–£13 a month.

What each option costs

TypeTypical costNotes
Boiler and heating cover£180–£300Per year
Boiler-only cover£8–£13Per month

What affects the price

  • Boiler age and eligibility
  • Excess and claim limits
  • Whether servicing, heating, and plumbing are included

What’s included

  • Only the service, repair, response, and parts terms in the policy
  • An annual service only where explicitly included

Good to know

How long does it take? Cover is normally annual; response times and waiting periods vary by policy.

Do I need one? Cover is optional insurance or a service plan, not a legal requirement.

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How to pay less

  1. Compare total annual premium plus excess
  2. Check exclusions, repair limits, and boiler-age restrictions

Paying for a single service instead?

A contract is paid yearly or monthly. A single visit is priced on its own.

One-off boiler service price

Sources

  1. Checkatrade, Boiler Service and Cover Costs (March 2026)
  2. Financial Conduct Authority, Consumer Guidance

Questions people ask

How much does a boiler service contract cost?

Checkatrade's March 2026 guide gives £180–£300 a year for boiler and central-heating cover, while boiler-only cover is £8–£13 a month.

What is a boiler service agreement?

A boiler service agreement, also called a service contract or plan, is a policy bought for a year. It covers the service, repair, response and parts terms written in it, and an annual service only where it says so.

Do I need a boiler service contract?

No. Cover is optional insurance or a service plan, not a legal requirement.

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