Jackson Plumbing & Heating
Colchester, Essex
Checkatrade member since November 201410
Services
- Bathroom Cladding
- Bathroom Designer
- Bathroom Fitter
- Disabled Bathrooms / Showers
- Emergency Bathroom Service
- Wet Rooms
- Bathroom Supply & Fit
- Bathroom Supplier
- Air Source Heat Pump Installation - ASHP
- Emergency Central Heating Repair
- Gas Boiler Installation
- Gas Boiler Servicing / Repair
- Gas Central Heating Installation
- Gas Central Heating Servicing / Repair
- Gas Cooker Installation
- Gas Safety Checks - CP12
- Smart Thermostats
- Bathroom & Kitchen Plumbing
- Emergency Plumber Service
- General Plumbing
- Pipe Fitter
- Plumbing Repairs
- Power Flushing
- Radiator Installation
- Radiator Repair
- Radiator Thermostat Valve Installation
- Radiator Thermostat Valve Repair
- Shower Installation
- Shower Repair
- Tap Repair
- Thermal Dynamics
- Underfloor Heating Installation
- Underfloor Heating Repair
- Water Leak Detection
- Water Mains Specialist (Pipe Replacement, Moling and Lead Pipes)
- Water Pumps Installation
- Water Pumps Repair
- Water Supply Pipe Repairs
Customer Reviews
Write a review9.55 /10
Based on 34 reviews over the past 12 months
Quality of work
9.7
Reliability
9.64
Communication
9.61
What customers are saying
AI-generated from customer reviews over last 24 months
Customers consistently praise this family-run business for being quick, reliable, and friendly, with many highlighting their excellent work on boiler installations and emergency call-outs. While overwhelmingly positive, a small number of reviews mention issues with reliability and pricing.
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Reviews (714)
9 Broken Boiler just before Christmas
Posted 24 December 2025
Boiler went, just before Christmas. All the guy's at Jackson were quick , conscientious and saved the day. Excellent quality, went above and beyond on the job. Special thanks to James and Ben.Verified reviewerJob location: CO11- JJohn V
9.33 Good Job Jackson Plumbing and Heating
Posted 05 December 2025
Job location: CO14Responded within minutes of requesting an interest with Checkatrade and came round to me the next day. Explained everything that would be done in detail, including costs. The work ( a new boiler) was carried out on the chosen day by Mr Jacksons two sons who were very polite and curtius, showing good workmanship and knowlage. Well done Jackson Plumbing and Heating! - GGraham R
10 Gas combi boiler annual service
Posted 07 November 2025
Job location: CO10James was on time, good communication left all neat & tidy 10 Friendly and reliable local plumber
Posted 28 October 2025
Jackson Plumbing was friendly and efficient when he helped my dad who was worried about a leak in his kitchen. My dad really appreciated the honest assessment and reassurance. Jackson Plumbing was also the only plumber who actually came out when promised :)Verified reviewerJob location: CO3- AAnthony K
10 new boiler and radiators
Posted 23 October 2025
Job location: CO4James and his sons all did an outstanding job I have never been happier. they always turned up on time. and are amazing people. 10 You can rely on Jackson Plumbing and Heating
Posted 23 October 2025
Jackson are a friendly and extremely helpful company. They have fitted central heating for both myself and my son. The price was reasonable, the work carried out with as little disruption as possible and the after care also excellent.. Any problems or held needed they are happy and quick to respond.Verified reviewerJob location: CO7
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Company Info
Owner
Mr James Jackson
Ltd Company
12 years on Checkatrade
VAT Registered
Yes: 935449791
Welcome To Jackson Heating & Plumbing Ltd Your Local Plumbers and Heating Engineers in Colchester
We are a Colchester based company in Essex, providing a quality service for surrounding areas both the public and commercial sector.
Our team of friendly and experienced plumbers and central heating engineers offer a wide range of services in the local area including:
- Boiler Repairs and Installations (Gas & Electric)
- Emergency Call-outs
- Much more also available
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