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Independent UK planning guide

Radiator installation costs in the UK

Replace or add a radiator with valves, pipe alterations, refilling and balancing.

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Typical UK range

£250–£650 each

Straightforward jobs

From £180 each

Typical site time

2–5 hours

Build the allowance

How to read this price

Starting allowance

For a straightforward, accessible job with a standard specification.

From £180 each

Typical UK project

An early planning range before a tradesperson inspects the property.

£250–£650 each

Likely programme

Site time varies with preparation, sequencing, approvals and drying periods.

2–5 hours

These figures are early UK planning allowances. They are not a substitute for an itemised quotation after inspection.

Control the variables

What can change the quote?

Fuel type and required registration

Pipework route and system condition

Controls, flushing and balancing

Commissioning and certification

Before accepting a quote

Ask for these details in writing

  • Labour, materials and VAT
  • Preparation and protection
  • Access equipment and waste
  • Named provisional allowances
  • Testing and certification
  • Programme and payment stages
  • Making good and decoration
  • Warranty and snagging process

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