Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Trusted Heating Contractors in Reading
Established in 1964, Faulkner Heating has built a legacy of excellence in gas and renewable heating solutions. Our expertise spans six decades, rooted in the foundational skills of founder Tony Faulkner, who began his career in 1944 maintaining naval boiler systems. As a family-run business now led by Kim Faulkner, we combine generational knowledge with modern technology to deliver technically superior installations.Our team holds Gas Safe accreditation since 1970 and MCS certification since 2009, reflecting our commitment to industry standards. We specialise in large-scale projects for public sector clients while maintaining a personal approach that values transparency and client communication. With operations across Central and Southern England, we balance national capability with local accountability.
Services
Gas Installations
Renewables
Commercial
Social Housing
Details
- Year established: 1964
Highlights and features
- 60 years of specialist heating experience since 1964
- Gas Safe accredited since 1970 and MCS certified since 2009
- 24-hour emergency installation service available
- Proven track record with local authorities and housing associations
- Family-owned business maintaining personal service standards
Associations and certifications
- Gas Safe Register
- MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme)
What people say
Wonderful hardworking team
Excellent service
Polite and tidy
Kept house clean
Helpful explanations
Services
Gas Installations
Specialist gas boiler installations with over 50 years of Gas Safe accreditation. Our engineers deliver technically precise replacements and new installations for domestic and commercial properties. We maintain close partnerships with leading manufacturers to ensure access to the latest energy-efficient models.
Renewables
Air source heat pump installations since 2009 with MCS certification. We've completed over 4,000 sustainable heating projects for public sector clients. Our systems help achieve carbon zero targets while reducing energy costs for residents.
Commercial
Boiler plant room upgrades for multi-occupancy buildings. We specialise in minimising disruption during commercial installations through collaborative planning with local authorities and housing associations. Projects include emergency replacements within 24-hour timelines.
Social Housing
Planned and responsive heating installations for occupied housing stock. Our approach prioritises resident communication and accessibility considerations. We've developed proven methodologies for working with vulnerable tenants across large-scale housing portfolios.
People
Tony Faulkner
Founder
Established the business in 1964 after serving as a Stoker First Class in WWII. His naval boiler room experience formed the foundation for the company's technical excellence in heating systems.
Kim Faulkner
Director
Current leader continuing family tradition since 1964. Oversees operations maintaining the personal service ethos while expanding capabilities to meet modern energy efficiency standards across Central and Southern England.
Questions
What heating services do you offer?
We specialise in gas boiler installations, air source heat pumps, commercial boiler upgrades, and social housing heating solutions.
Are you Gas Safe registered?
Yes, we've held Gas Safe accreditation since 1970 for gas boiler installations and servicing.
Do you handle emergency installations?
Yes, we offer 24-hour emergency installation service with completion within 24 hours of survey.
What accreditations do you hold?
We maintain Gas Safe registration and MCS certification since 2009 for renewable heating systems.
Which areas do you cover?
We operate across Central and Southern England, serving both domestic and commercial clients.
How experienced are your engineers?
Our team has combined experience of over 60 years, with specialist training in both traditional and renewable heating technologies.
