Written by Mark Reid,
Trades Editor ·Verified 4 October 2026
Gateshead's housing stock throws up plenty of variety for a plumber to deal with. You've got Victorian terraces around Bensham and Saltwell with original cast iron pipework that's often been patched up over the decades, newer estates out towards Wardley and Follingsby with combi boilers and pressurised systems, and everything in between in areas like Low Fell and Whickham. Hard water isn't as brutal here as further south, but limescale in older tanks and cylinders still causes its fair share of call-outs. Plenty of homes also sit on clay soil, which can shift drainage runs over time and lead to slow-draining outdoor gulleys, especially after a wet spell rolling in off the Tyne.
The businesses listed here come from public business listings, ranked mainly by review rating and how many reviews they've built up, with a small boost given to those showing a working website and phone number. We check each one's homepage to confirm plumbing is genuinely their main line of work, which stops unrelated tradespeople slipping onto the page by mistake. Any listing flagged as permanently closed gets removed automatically as part of that process. Where you spot a Trust Verified badge, that business has gone further and passed our full verification, covering trade qualifications and accreditations, public liability insurance, trading history, customer review history, and registered company information. Our How We Verify page sets out exactly what that involves. For businesses without the badge, those same checks haven't been done by us, so it's down to you to look into them before booking.
Before agreeing to any work, ask to see proof of Gas Safe registration if it's boiler or gas work, and get written confirmation of what's included in the price, parts and labour separately if possible. For anything involving a new boiler or major bathroom install, ask whether building regulations notification is needed and who's handling it. It's worth getting two or three quotes for anything above a simple repair, since prices for jobs like cylinder replacements or full bathroom refits can vary by hundreds of pounds between tradespeople. Check reviews for mentions of punctuality and tidiness too, not just whether the job got done, since that tells you a lot about how they'll treat your home.
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Boiler servicing, repairs and gas appliance work form the core of what CT Gas does for households across Gateshead. The company operates as a plumbing and heating business, so the same call-out can cover a leaking pipe or a boiler that has stopped firing. It holds a 5 out of 5 rating on Google from 41 reviews, a record that reflects steady local repeat work.
LN Heating and Plumbing is a Gateshead-based firm covering boiler installations, repairs and general plumbing work. Reviewers cite prompt callouts and clear explanations of the work involved, reflected in a 4.9 rating from 38 reviews. The business serves households across the town needing routine maintenance or emergency fixes.
Oxley Plumbing and Heating works mainly on older Gateshead properties, where ageing pipework and outdated heating systems need careful diagnosis rather than quick fixes. The firm handles boiler repairs, installations and general plumbing faults, drawing on a 5-star record from 15 reviews. Jobs are typically arranged directly through its website.
A 4.7 rating from six reviews points to consistent workmanship at Delta Drainage, a Gateshead plumbing firm handling blockages, drainage faults and related repairs. The client base remains small, but feedback so far reflects steady, competent service rather than one-off praise.
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For small jobs like a dripping tap or replacing a stopcock, expect to pay somewhere between £60 and £120, often with a call-out charge built in. A boiler service typically runs £70 to £100, while a full boiler replacement can range from £1,800 to £3,500 depending on the make and whether pipework needs altering. Bathroom refits vary hugely, from around £3,000 for a straightforward swap to £7,000 or more for something bespoke. Always get two or three quotes, since prices between local plumbers can differ quite a bit for the same job.
Do I need a Gas Safe registered plumber for boiler work in Gateshead?
Yes, any work on a gas boiler, gas fire or gas pipework legally has to be carried out by someone on the Gas Safe Register. Ask to see their Gas Safe ID card before they start, and check the card covers the specific type of work you need, whether that's boilers, cookers or landlord gas safety checks. A general plumber without this registration can still do non-gas plumbing work, but shouldn't touch anything connected to the gas supply.
How quickly can a plumber in Gateshead fix an emergency leak or burst pipe?
Most local plumbers offering emergency call-outs aim to reach you within one to two hours, though this depends on how busy they are and how far you are from their base. If you've got a burst pipe, turn off the water at the stopcock straight away, usually found under the kitchen sink or near the front of the property, and switch off any immersion heater before the plumber arrives. Expect emergency call-out fees to be higher than a standard booked appointment, often an extra £30 to £50 on top of the usual rate.
Should I choose a plumber who specialises in older Tyneside properties?
If you live in a Victorian terrace or older Tyneside flat around areas like Dunston or Bensham, it's worth asking whether the plumber has experience with older pipework, lead connections, or narrow suspended floors, since these can complicate even simple jobs. Some plumbers deal mainly with newer combi systems and may charge more time to work around older setups. Asking about their experience with similar properties before booking can save awkward surprises once the work starts.
What's the difference between a plumber and a heating engineer in Gateshead?
A plumber generally handles pipework, taps, drainage, bathroom installations and general leaks, while a heating engineer focuses specifically on boilers, central heating systems and radiators. Many tradespeople in Gateshead cover both, but if your job is boiler-specific, it's worth confirming they hold Gas Safe registration and regularly work on your boiler's brand, since parts and fault-finding differ between manufacturers like Worcester Bosch, Vaillant and Baxi.
How do I check whether a Gateshead plumber is trustworthy before booking?
Start by reading recent reviews rather than just the overall star rating, looking for comments about reliability, tidiness and whether they turned up when promised. Ask to see their Gas Safe card if the job involves gas, and request proof of public liability insurance, most tradespeople carry this and are happy to show it. Get a written quote breaking down labour and materials, and ask how long they've been trading locally. If a business carries a Trust Verified badge on this page, that means it's already passed our full checks on qualifications, insurance, trading history and reviews, but for anyone without it, doing these checks yourself before booking is the safer approach.
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