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The Purple Plumbing People is a family-run business with over 60 years of combined expertise in plumbing and heating solutions. We are Gas Safe and Oftec registered engineers based in Faringdon, Oxfordshire, serving surrounding areas including Lechlade, Highworth, and Swindon. Our services cover complete heating installations, boiler servicing and replacement, bathroom design and installation through our sister company Lavender Bathrooms, and emergency repairs.

We prioritise customer satisfaction, offering transparent pricing, qualified engineers without subcontractors, and a customer charter ensuring high service standards. Our team provides 24/7 emergency support and fixed-price service plans to prevent unexpected costs.
Services
Boiler Servicing Central Heating Plumbing Repairs Bathroom Installations Emergency Repairs
Details
  • Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
  • 60+ years combined plumbing and heating expertise
  • Fully Gas Safe and Oftec registered engineers
  • 24/7 emergency repair services available
  • Sister company for complete bathroom installations
  • Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
Associations and certifications
  • Gas Safe
  • Oftec
What people say
Prompt service Professional engineers 5-star ratings Competitive pricing Property care
Services
Boiler Servicing
Annual boiler servicing ensures safe, efficient operation while prolonging equipment lifespan. Our Gas Safe engineers inspect combustion efficiency, check for gas leaks and carbon monoxide emissions, and clean internal components. This preventative maintenance reduces breakdown risks and maintains warranty validity across gas, oil, and LPG systems.
Central Heating
We install, repair, and maintain complete central heating systems for gas, oil, and LPG fuels. Our experts optimise system efficiency through power flushing, radiator balancing, and smart thermostat integration. We accommodate various property types including listed buildings, churches, and schools with tailored solutions.
Plumbing Repairs
Emergency response for burst pipes, leaking taps, and blocked drains operates 24/7 across our service area. Our engineers carry essential spare parts to resolve common issues immediately. We specialise in both domestic and commercial plumbing emergencies with guaranteed next-day attendance under service plans.
Bathroom Installations
Through our sister company Lavender Bathrooms, we deliver complete bathroom design and installation services. This includes luxury wetrooms, mobility bathrooms, and traditional layouts with coordinated tiling and sanitation. Projects include pipework modifications and compliance with building regulations.
Landlord Services
We provide annual gas safety checks and portable appliance testing for rental properties. Our Gas Safe engineers issue official CP12 certificates, ensuring legal compliance for landlords. This includes inspecting all gas appliances, pipework integrity testing, and combustion efficiency analysis.
People
Ben
Plumber
Experienced plumber with 8 years at The Purple Plumbing People. Holds Domestic & Commercial Plumbing, Natural Gas, Oil, and Unvented Cylinder certifications. Specialises in complex installations while maintaining exceptional customer care standards.
Zak
Plumber
Certified engineer with expertise in gas meter installations and boiler maintenance. Three-year team member known for technical proficiency in complex heating systems while maintaining accessible communication about system requirements.
Charlie
Plumber
Newest team member with Domestic Gas and Plumbing Level 2 qualifications. Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities in residential plumbing while undergoing advanced training in commercial system maintenance.
Questions
Which areas do you cover?
We operate from Faringdon across Oxfordshire and surrounding counties, including Lechlade, Highworth, Cirencester, and Swindon.
Are you Gas Safe registered?
Yes, we hold current Gas Safe registration and Oftec certification for oil and LPG systems.
Do you handle emergencies?
Our 24/7 emergency service provides guaranteed next-day attendance for urgent plumbing and heating issues.
Can you service rental properties?
We offer complete landlord services including annual gas safety checks and CP12 certificate issuance.
What payment options exist?
Service plans start at £8.99 per month, with fixed-price options for major installations and repairs.
Do you work on listed buildings?
Our engineers have experience installing modern systems in heritage properties while preserving architectural integrity.
Reviews (10)
Mike
Jan 16, 2026 Report
Had a toilet flush that wouldnt cut out, wasting water. Contacted PPP and got booked in promptly. Plumber turned up on time, polite and respectful of my property. Work was carried out quickly and efficiently, with all my inane questions answered politely and in a knowledgeable way. We decided after discussing it and under no pressure to have some additional work carried out. Parts were ordered and a return appointment arranged via email with no fuss at all.

Second visit just as good as the first. Work carried out quickly and efficiently no mess no fuss. Even turned down the offered brew as they knew they werent going to be there that long. Days later and all is well and everything working perfectly. Highly recommended local company with customer service an obvious focus.
Kenneth Mitchell
Jan 08, 2026 Report
Excellent service and follow up, after years of enduring problems and bull on our Gas boiler including advice we needed a new boiler, it was refreshing to meet Zak from Purple plumbing. He identified our boiler problem and he was able to rectify faults. Also nice to meet the Purple Plumbing people in Faringdon later and Frank the Dachshund. A nice company and nice people.
Mrs. Hawkes
Nov 28, 2023 Report
Worse company I have ever used. Leaking radiator unable to turn off. Refused to give a quote to replace the leaking radiator that I have a bowl under to catch the water. Heating still not working correctly dont seem to be able to sort the problem out. But quick to take your money then don't want sort any problems out.
Patrick Marchant
Nov 25, 2023 Report
Excellent service! Couldnt fix boiler on first visit but quoted repair and came back after the weekend with required parts and had the boiler purring in no time. Excellent communication from the office and with the engineers on site, highly recommend.
Ramon Pediani
Nov 20, 2023 Report
From the initial site visits to scope out the new gas boiler project to the final completion and sign off, the interaction with all the Purple Plumbing People staff was a joy. The guys who came to the house were courteous and efficient and did a great job (even brining my gas feed into the house up to Regulations). The ladies in the office re booking the work and invoicing were also pleasant and efficient and I would certainly use them again and recommend them to others.
Caroline Milne
Nov 14, 2023 Report
As usual, Purple Plumbing came to the rescue. I was so impressed that I sent an email on Sunday morning, by Sunday evening Maddie had been in touch with an appointment for Tuesday, to assess the problem and hopefully to fix the boiler. By Friday of that week, the boiler was fixed and serviced. Thank you!
Karen Londesborough
Mar 06, 2021 Report
We recently had The Purple Plumbing People install a new boiler for us, and we wholeheartedly recommend their services. They provided outstanding service, with friendly and professional fitters, all at a competitive price.
Mark Quaile
Jun 14, 2020 Report
Dealing with this company was fantastic from beginning to end. The advice and customer service were exceptionally professional and friendly. The quality of the work carried out reflects positively on the company. The invoicing was as expected. I plan to continue using their services in the future and will gladly recommend them to others. Thank you.
John Kirk
Nov 27, 2019 Report
We contacted the Purple Plumbing People to do a number of jobs in our home. You know the sort of thing - beyond the home diyer, but not a full heating system installation. In other words the type of job mots plumbers won't touch because they are not big enough. The Purple Plumbing People were responsive, polite, competitively priced and arrived on time. Ben, their plumber was pleasant and aware that he was working in someone's home.

He was courteous, tidy and efficient. The jobs were done without fuss and completed within the estimate. There are some companies that just by getting the basics of great responsiveness, doing what they say they will do and giving outstanding customer service set themselves apart from the rest. The Purple Plumbing People are just such a company. Thank you - I highly recommend them!
Andrew Keith Garland
Aug 05, 2019 Report
Local family based company supporting the community. A great company and can be trusted. Trust local - they will be there when you need them!