Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Plumbing & Heating Services in Walsall
Established in 1970, Cockayne Gas Heating Engineers has served Walsall and surrounding areas for over five decades. Our family-run business combines generational expertise with industry-leading certifications, including Gas Safe registration and Vaillant Advance Installer status. We specialise in domestic and light commercial heating solutions, offering boiler replacements, system upgrades, and multi-fuel appliance integration using high-quality German-engineered Vaillant products. Our team holds City Guilds and NAEA qualifications, with CRB-cleared professionals committed to safety, energy efficiency, and customer satisfaction.With 30+ year relationships with many clients, we prioritise thoughtful installations, transparent pricing, and long-term reliability over budget-focused approaches. Our technical college-trained engineers handle complex systems in Grade 1 listed buildings to modern offices, maintaining an unblemished compliance record while advocating for industry standards since CORGI's early days.
Services
Central Heating Installation
Boiler Replacements
Gas Safety Inspections
System Control Upgrades
Power Flushing
Unvented Cylinders
Multi-Fuel Systems
Annual Servicing
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- Over 50 years of combined family expertise in heating engineering
- Gas Safe registered with unblemished compliance record
- Vaillant boilers with 7-year manufacturer warranties
- 30+ year customer relationships through consistent service quality
- Specialists in complex multi-fuel heating system integration
Associations and certifications
- Gas Safe
- Vaillant Advance Installer
What people say
Pleasure having Steve working
Prompt and efficient attention
Job well done
Excellent service
Impressed with advice
Services
Central Heating Installation
We design and install domestic and commercial central heating systems up to 70KW. Our engineers use quality materials and modern techniques to ensure efficient, reliable heating solutions tailored to property requirements. With experience in both historic and contemporary buildings, we deliver systems that combine functionality with minimal disruption.
Boiler Replacements
Specialist boiler replacement service compliant with Building Regulations. We recommend and install high-efficiency Vaillant boilers with 7-year warranties, optimising system performance while ensuring safety standards. Our qualified engineers handle all aspects from old unit removal to new system commissioning.
Gas Safety Inspections
Landlord gas safety inspections conducted by certified professionals. We manage tenant appointments, provide documentation, and issue annual reminders. Our inspections meet regulatory requirements while ensuring appliance safety and operational efficiency for rental properties.
Power Flushing
Comprehensive heating system chemical cleaning using specialist equipment. This service removes debris, improves efficiency, and prepares systems for new boiler installations. Our method follows industry best practices to restore optimal system performance and extend component lifespan.
Multi-Fuel Systems
Expert integration of multiple heating appliances into unified systems. We safely link gas boilers with wood stoves or other fuel sources, balancing loads for maximum efficiency. This specialist service requires advanced engineering knowledge to ensure safe, compliant operation of complex heating configurations.
People
Edward Cockayne
Founder
Established the business in 1970, pioneering gas safety standards before mandatory regulations. Maintained industry leadership through CORGI transition to Gas Safe, ensuring continuous compliance and technical excellence across five decades of service.
Stephen Cockayne
Director
Qualified to City Guilds Level 3 in Energy Efficiency, Stephen joined in 1984 after technical college training. He manages daily operations, maintains CRB clearance, and oversees staff training while continuing hands-on engineering work for complex installations.
Questions
Are you Gas Safe registered?
Yes, we've been Gas Safe registered since CORGI's transition, maintaining an unblemished compliance record for all gas installations and services.
Do you offer boiler servicing?
We provide annual gas appliance servicing to ensure safe operation and maintain manufacturer warranties on all installed heating systems.
What areas do you cover?
We serve Walsall, West Midlands, and surrounding areas, handling both domestic and light commercial heating requirements.
Can you handle complex heating systems?
Our engineers specialise in multi-fuel systems and complex configurations, integrating different appliances into unified, efficient heating solutions.
What boiler brands do you install?
While we specialise in Vaillant boilers, we install various brands and can advise on the most suitable options for your property.
Do you provide emergency repairs?
We offer breakdown repair services with prompt response times, though our emergency contact isn't available 24/7.
