It’s one of the most common questions homeowners ask: is boiler cover actually worth the monthly cost? The honest answer is that it depends – on your boiler’s age, your property type, and how much of an unexpected repair bill you could comfortably absorb.
Here’s a straightforward look at the pros, cons, and real costs to help you decide.
The Case For Boiler Cover
The biggest draw is predictability. Instead of a surprise £200 to £500 repair bill landing out of nowhere, you’re paying a fixed amount each month and know exactly what’s covered. For landlords especially, this matters – a broken boiler isn’t something you can leave unfixed.
Annual boiler servicing is another practical benefit. Most plans include it as standard, which keeps your boiler running efficiently and is often a condition of your warranty.
The Case Against
If your boiler is relatively new and rarely causes issues, you might pay more in monthly premiums over time than you’d spend on the odd repair. It’s worth doing the maths based on your specific situation.
There’s also the risk of choosing the wrong level of cover – either paying for protection you don’t need or going too basic and finding yourself with gaps when something goes wrong.
Our Boiler Cover Packages
At Boiler Cover Plans, cover starts from £7.50 per month with our Bronze Care Plan, which includes an annual service, carbon monoxide test, and priority response. Our Bronze+ plan adds boiler repairs, radiators, and controls from £17.94 per month. Silver and Gold plans offer full parts and labour cover with no call-out charge, and boiler replacement credit ranging from £100 up to £400 depending on the plan chosen.
Unvented cylinder versions are also available from £17.45 per month.
Not sure which level suits your property? Get in touch for a fixed price quote – we work with homeowners, landlords, and property managers across Glasgow, Clydebank, Paisley, and East Kilbride.