Boiler replacement in Edinburgh
Clear prices for tenement flats and family houses, then a fixed quote from a Gas Safe registered Edinburgh installer.
Boilers for tenements, townhouses and suburban homes
A large share of Edinburgh lives in stone tenement flats, from Marchmont to Leith, with Georgian and Victorian townhouses in the centre and semis and bungalows in the outer suburbs. In a tenement, the hardest part of the job is often the flue rather than the boiler itself. We look at access, your hot water needs and building rules before recommending a model.
Stone tenement flats: A combi is the usual choice, often in a kitchen press or hall cupboard. Flue routes through thick stone walls, and onto a shared back green, need careful planning.
Interwar and postwar suburban semis: One bathroom usually suits a combi. Homes with an extension or a second shower often do better with a system boiler and cylinder.
Georgian and Victorian main-door flats and townhouses: Larger rooms and more radiators can push you towards a system boiler. Listed buildings and conservation areas can restrict where a flue appears on the front.
Boiler replacement prices in Edinburgh
| Job | Typical price | Fitting time |
|---|---|---|
| Combi to combi swap | £2,200 to £3,400 | 1 day |
| System or regular to combi | £3,000 to £4,200 | 1 to 2 days |
| System boiler replacement | £2,800 to £4,000 | 1 to 2 days |
| Boiler and full system flush | add £300 to £500 | same day |
Typical prices including VAT, checked October 2026. Your installer gives you a fixed price in writing before any work starts. More detail in our boiler replacement cost guide.
Thinking about a heat pump instead?
With a Home Energy Scotland grant, a heat pump can cost less than you think in a well-insulated Edinburgh home.
Is a heat pump right for you?Areas we cover around Edinburgh
- Leith
- Morningside
- Marchmont
- Bruntsfield
- Stockbridge
- Portobello
- Corstorphine
- Gorgie
- Musselburgh
- Dalkeith
Also nearby: Boiler replacement in Glasgow, Boiler replacement in Dundee
Boiler replacement in Edinburgh: questions
How much is a new boiler in Edinburgh?
Swapping one combi for another usually costs £2,200 to £3,400 fitted including VAT. Changing from a system with a hot water tank to a combi runs to about £3,000 to £4,200. The figure on your quote is fixed before the engineer starts.
Can a new boiler be fitted in a tenement flat?
Yes, combis are fitted in tenement flats every day. The installer will check the flue can exit safely through the stone wall without discharging onto a common stair, a neighbour's window or a narrow close.
Do I need permission for a new flue in a conservation area?
A like-for-like flue in the same spot is usually straightforward. A new flue on a front elevation, or any change to a listed building, may need consent from the council. Your installer will flag this at the survey.
Is there any help with costs in Scotland?
Home Energy Scotland can advise on support for heating and insulation, including grants and loans for heat pumps. Their support is aimed mainly at insulation and cleaner heating, so ask what applies to your home before you decide.