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Gas Boiler prices, shocking quotes for a day's work.

  • 17-06-2025 06:08PM
    #1
    Saturn77
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 25 ✭


    We've been quoted for a new combi gas boiler which retails at around €1,300 to buy the device (including VAT). The last boiler was installed a good few years ago and since then two new regulations have come into effect. Firstly the gas pipe from the meter needs to be widened to a new 3/4 inch gas pipe versus the old 1/2 inch pipe and, secondly the Gas pipes need Earth Grounding, which is essentially connecting the Gas pipes to the house earthing for electrical safety reasons. So far, out of three quotes for an installation, only one has stated that they will do they earth grounding, the other two have said it isn't really necessary, however upon checking the installation guide for the boiler and the warranty, it is required as per current standards. It is also required for house insurance to be compliant.

    Anyway, how much to install a gas boiler of 25W/30W (powerful enough for a small to medium house). Well the industry average is around €3k, so they earn about €1500-€1800 for installation. Not bad for a day's work eh? But add on the work for the new gas pipe and getting the earthing done, how much more would that cost do you think, remember it'll still be a day's work, no more than that. Well, the total cost of the range of quotes is between €4,600 - €5,200 for the installation of a boiler which costs €1,300, and bear in mind that the flue is there as are the inlets etc. And for that price, they won't even provide a smart thermostat, we have to supply our own at a further cost of €200-€300.

    I was just wondering if I am alone in thinking that is a rip-off, not even neurosurgeons earn that much per day! Problem is the existing boiler isn't working and I feel they are taking advantage as a result. A further issue is that most gas installers won't do the electrical grounding/earthing and then we have to pay for separate electricians, who don't seem to want to get out of bed for less than €500 per day(few hours work really), even if it is a really simple job.

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  • #2
    Phil.x
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,797 ✭✭✭Phil.x


    Try gasworks.ie



  • #3
    Buffman
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,164 ✭✭✭Buffman


    Have you got a quote from BGE? At least it would give you an idea if those quotes are off the wall or not.

    https://www.bordgaisenergy.ie/services/replace/boiler-replacement

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  • #4
    gipi
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,422 ✭✭✭gipi


    I've just had a combi boiler installed - work included removal of old boiler and copper cylinder, re-piping the water supply where needed, carbon monoxide alarm supply and fit and supply and fit of 25w combi boiler and a filter system. Total cost 4k euro. I was quoted 2950 euro to replace the old boiler without converting to a combi system (I had a leak in the copper cylinder so it would have had to be replaced too).

    One guy did all the work, it took one long day (9am to 7pm). He's been back twice since to tweak a couple of joints and do some outdoor cementing.



  • #5
    quotelf
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5 ✭quotelf
    Quotelf


    get 2/3 quotes , then you have a guide , check their reviews, rating, etc..
    i think piping, etc would be another days work,

    they pay for expenses, taxes, etc, i suppose im removing emotions and if you get 3 quotes, the price is the price,

    they will say the cost of their living has increased, Quotelf,



  • #6
    JVince
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,276 ✭✭✭JVince


    I did an install about 8 years ago. I supplied the boiler (grant condenser) Its was kerosene rather than gas

    They disconnected the old boiler, put new boiler in new location. Small amount of drilling. Connected up. Added new controls. Had their own electrician who came by for a couple of hours. Tested it. - two guys, full days work + a couple of hours the following day + electrician and it was about €2000 incl vat.

    I think labour was €1000, electrician was €200, disposal of old boiler was about €50. Materials and vat was the remainder

    Granted this was in the less frothy days, but I got the recommendation of the installer from the plumbing place I purchased the boiler from. Its not rocket science, so relatively recent qualified guys can do it very well.



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