First Rate Plumbing and Heating
Aylesford, Kent
Checkatrade member since August 2022
Services
- General Plumbing
- Underfloor Heating Installation
- Radiator Installation
- Unvented Hot Water Cylinder Installation
- Water Supply Pipe Repairs
- Thermal Dynamics
- Water Leak Detection
- Shower Installation
- Power Flushing
- Plumbing Repairs
- Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
- Water Pumps Installation
- Tap Repair
- Blocked Sinks
- Blocked Baths
- Pipe Fitter
- Emergency Plumber Service
- Bathroom & Kitchen Plumbing
- Radiator Repair
- Radiator Thermostat Valve Installation
- Radiator Thermostat Valve Repair
- Underfloor Heating Repair
- Unvented Hot Water Cylinder Servicing / Repair
Customer Reviews
Write a review9.91 /10
Based on 11 reviews over the past 12 months
Quality of work
9.91
Reliability
9.91
Communication
9.91
Reviews (37)
- SSimon L
10 Competitive, knowledgeable, trustworthy, professional and helpful. Look no further!
Posted 6 days ago
Job location: ME17You don't need to look any further than Phil and Bob. We've had fairly constant issues with the plumbing in our house since we moved in before Christmas (some caused by other plumber's poor workmanship) so I'd been looking for someone to replace our hot water storage tank. As soon as Phil and Bob came to look at the job I knew they were the right people. They knew instantly what was needed, could do the work the following week and were competitive in their quote. The work is 2nd to none. Both incredibly knowledgeable, helpful and filled me with confidence in their work.Response from First Rate Plumbing and Heating
Hi Simon, Many thanks for your kind words, we are pleased to have helped you resolve your issues and restore your faith in our trade🙏🏻 Phil
- AA T
10 Replacement float ball valve
Posted 26 August 2025
First Rate Plumbing did an excellent job replacing the float ball valve in my loft. The work was carried out professionally, efficiently, and with great care. I'm very pleased with the service and would highly recommend them to anyone in need of reliable plumbing work. Very friendly and good rates.Verified reviewerJob location: ME1 10 Balancing
Posted 25 July 2025
Job location: ME5Phil is really knowledgeable and honest, exactly what the industry needs. Thought we needed a lot more work than anticipated. He took the time to work out the solution to the problem which saved hundreds of pounds. Will never need to look for another plumber again.10 Water Tank Replacement
Posted 24 July 2025
Excellent communication and service. Explained things really clearly to diagnose why we had a leak and how to resolve. When the problem was bigger than we had originally thought they came back within 24 hours with what was needed and sorted everything. We would both recommend and use again.Verified reviewerJob location: ME210 Shower Installation
Posted 15 July 2025
Delighted with new Shower and pump installation to bathroom and en-suite. Good communication and job well done.Verified reviewerJob location: ME5Response from First Rate Plumbing and Heating
Thanks for the feedback Paul, it was a pleasure to work for you and many thanks for the business. Phil
9 Bathroom and Kitchen Fittings, Leak Repair and Boiler Service All in One
Posted 27 June 2025
Very Well done job by Lovely guys. found a concern with the boiler and repaired it with no extra charge and the Taps look and work lovely! very happy customersVerified reviewerJob location: ME5
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Company Info
Owner
Mr Philip Martin
Sole Trader
4 years on Checkatrade
VAT Registered
No
All Plumbing services provided, Fully Insured, Fully Guaranteed, 38Years Experience, City and Guilds Qualified.
* Radiators / Valves * Bathroom Refurbishment * Power flushing * Taps and Traps * Washing machine installations * Showers * Outside Taps, underfloor heating and unvented hot water cylinders replaced or serviced.
- Competitive Quotes
- Emergency Call Out
Friendly and Reliable Service from an Experienced Professional Tradesman.
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Member since August 2022
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