Hughes Heating
Colchester, Essex
Checkatrade member since August 2023
Accepts Checkatrade Pay
We guarantee the work for up to £1,000 for 12 months. T&Cs apply
Services
- General Plumbing
- Radiator 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
- Blocked Toilets
- Pipe Fitter
- Emergency Plumber Service
- Bathroom & Kitchen Plumbing
- Radiator Repair
- Water Pumps Repair
- Shower Repair
- Radiator Thermostat Valve Installation
- Radiator Thermostat Valve Repair
Customer Reviews
Write a review9.93 /10
Based on 23 reviews over the past 12 months
Quality of work
9.91
Reliability
9.91
Communication
9.96
What customers are saying
AI-generated from customer reviews over last 24 months
Customers consistently praise this trade for their fast, efficient, and professional service, often responding to emergencies the same day. Reviewers frequently describe them as friendly, knowledgeable, and completing work to a high standard.
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Reviews (188)
10 Difficult mains water leak sorted
Posted 17 February
We had a leak on our mains water pipe, no obvious point where the water was coming from. Layne came round to do a first inspection explained what he was doing at every stage and later sent through a price for the job to track down and repair the leak. On the day he arrived on time and spent most of the day trying to find the leak as the water was running away from where actual leak was! Once found the repair was done in a very professional and correct manner. Very, very pleased with the work done and professionalism shown, happy to recommend.Verified reviewerJob location: CO6- BBen S
10 Fix cold radiator
Posted 29 January
Very friendly and quickVerified reviewerJob location: CO1 - SS P
10 new pop up waste and overflow
Posted 27 January
Layne was prompt, with great communication, friendly, and went the extra mile. Job well done.Verified reviewerJob location: CO1 - TTom J
10 Tap replacement
Posted 22 January
Job location: CO4Great job as always, done efficiently and to a high standard. - DDavid J
10 Leaking waste pipe
Posted 27 November 2025
Hughes’s heating contacted me very quickly after I had requested assistance from them, we arranged a convenient time to attend, arrived earlier than expected. Works carried out quickly and professionally and in a friendly manner. We will be using the company again, t Thanks guysVerified reviewerJob location: CO1 10 Emergency call out
Posted 20 October 2025
We needed an emergency plumber to help us fix a toilet in one of our properties. The response was excellent, and the job was completed really efficiently. I would highly recommend Hughes and use them again. Thank you!Verified reviewerJob location: CO2
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Company Info
Owner
Mr Layne Hughes
Sole Trader
3 years on Checkatrade
VAT Registered
No
Professional & Reliable Service!!!
For a prompt and professional service look no further than Hughes Heating, operating in Colchester and the surrounding areas.
With over 25 years experience we are able to resolve any plumbing emergency quickly and effectively.
We understand what a nightmare it can be waking up in the middle of the night to a flooded kitchen or bathroom, the last thing you need with an early start in the morning.
To combat this we have centered a service around speed and efficiency that will prevent you from having to worry in the future.
You can now rest assured that there is a fast effective team of plumbers at the end of the phone ready to resolve any emergency plumbing issue you may have.
• 24hr Emergency
• All Aspects Of Plumbing
• Bathroom Installation
• Professional Service
• Water Leak detection
• Drainage blockages
We would love you to tell us how we can help. You can call us or fill in our call back form and one of our team will get back to you as soon as possible.
Many thanks Hughes Heatin
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