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Trusted OFTEC Registered Oil Boiler Services in Thaxted & Surrounding Areas
Martin The Oil Boiler Man offers domestic oil boiler servicing and repairs across Hertfordshire, Essex, and Cambridgeshire. As an OFTEC-registered engineer with over two decades of experience, the business prioritises customer satisfaction through transparent advice, thorough maintenance, and emergency support. The service includes comprehensive inspections, combustion analysis, and safety checks, adhering strictly to industry standards.Positive client testimonials highlight reliability, punctuality, and fair pricing, reflecting a commitment to honesty and professionalism. The business guarantees workmanship, provides same-day emergency assistance, and maintains a focus on educating customers about boiler maintenance and oil storage responsibilities.
Services
Oil boiler servicing
Emergency repairs
AGA/Rayburn servicing
OFTEC compliance checks
Tank inspections
Combustion analysis
Fire valve testing
Filter replacement
Soot removal
Service reports
Highlights and features
- OFTEC-registered engineer with rigorous compliance to industry standards
- Same-day emergency service for urgent boiler breakdowns
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees or unexpected costs
- Thorough 2-hour boiler services including combustion analysis and safety checks
- Positive reviews highlighting professionalism, punctuality, and trustworthy advice
Associations and certifications
- OFTEC
What people say
Professional, punctual service
Excellent service
Trustworthy and fantastic results
Knowledgeable and ready with advice
Priority to customer needs
Services
Oil boiler servicing
Our oil boiler servicing includes a comprehensive inspection of your heating system, filter and nozzle replacement, combustion analysis, and safety checks. The process ensures optimal efficiency, reduces breakdown risks, and maintains OFTEC compliance. Clients receive a detailed service report for future reference.
Emergency repairs
Emergency repairs address urgent boiler failures with same-day call-outs. We diagnose issues swiftly, provide transparent cost estimates, and prioritise restoring heating and hot water. Out-of-hours fees apply for urgent late-night assistance.
OFTEC compliance checks
OFTEC compliance checks verify your boiler meets industry safety and environmental standards. This includes flue inspections, fire valve testing, and documentation to ensure legal and operational compliance for domestic oil systems.
Tank inspections
Tank inspections assess oil storage safety, identify leaks, and ensure regulatory compliance. We check for structural integrity, proper venting, and environmental risks, providing recommendations to maintain safe and efficient fuel storage.
Combustion analysis
Combustion analysis optimises boiler performance by measuring fuel efficiency, emissions, and burner operation. This service improves energy efficiency, reduces fuel costs, and extends the lifespan of your heating system through precise adjustments.
People
Martin Bushell
Owner and Engineer
Martin Bushell, an OFTEC-registered engineer with over 20 years of experience, specialises in oil boiler servicing and repairs. He prioritises customer trust, transparent advice, and meticulous compliance with industry standards.
Questions
What areas do you cover for oil boiler services?
We serve Bishops Stortford, Saffron Walden, Dunmow, Thaxted, and surrounding areas in Hertfordshire, Essex, and Cambridgeshire.
Are your engineers OFTEC-registered?
Yes, Martin The Oil Boiler Man is an OFTEC-registered engineer, ensuring all work meets industry safety and compliance standards.
What does your boiler service include?
Our service includes tank inspection, filter replacement, combustion analysis, safety checks, and a full OFTEC report.
Do you offer emergency boiler repairs?
Yes, we provide same-day emergency call-outs for boiler breakdowns, with a £125 fee for out-of-hours service.
How much does a boiler service cost?
Our standard service costs £130–£165, with transparent pricing and no hidden fees for parts or call-outs.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, cheques, and bank transfers for all services and repairs.
Reviews (5)
John Barrett
Mar 18, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Martin was a recommendation from a neighbour. We are delighted to have found a professional & reliable heating engineer. Being new to oil boilers and having a very old one, Martin took time to perform a thorough initial overhaul, explaining the workings, when asked. Very friendly, polite and very reasonably priced. Highly recommended!
Services:Heating system repair,Heating maintenance
Martin was a recommendation from a neighbour. We are delighted to have found a professional & reliable heating engineer. Being new to oil boilers and having a very old one, Martin took time to perform a thorough initial overhaul, explaining the workings, when asked. Very friendly, polite and very reasonably priced. Highly recommended!
Services:Heating system repair,Heating maintenance
Roger Cowen
Jan 05, 2021
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Martin was very professional, friendly, informative, has an excellent work attitude, he makes sure the job is done properly and you don't have to wait for weeks, he gave me a fair and reasonable price for the job. He is OFTEC registered. Employing somebody to service an oil boiler can be a scary experience but I think we have found somebody at last who is reliable that we can trust. I have no hesitation in recommending him.
Mark Lennon
Oct 18, 2020
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Martin recently replaced our 18 year old boiler and hot water cylinder. He is very professional and customer focussed, taking extra time to explain things and ensure that we were happy with all aspects of his work. He also took extra care and effort to ensure that no changes had to be made to existing worktops. I highly recommend Martin.
David Albert
Sep 29, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Responsiveness
I was keen to use a local independent engineer. Our oil boilers had been neglected and Martin spent some time sorting everything out and taking pictures of the damaged baffles. He was professional, on time and patient in his explanations. I will definitely use him in the future.
Service:Heating maintenance
I was keen to use a local independent engineer. Our oil boilers had been neglected and Martin spent some time sorting everything out and taking pictures of the damaged baffles. He was professional, on time and patient in his explanations. I will definitely use him in the future.
Service:Heating maintenance
Penny Tattersall
Aug 24, 2019
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I was dreading getting our old boiler replaced as other fitters had implied it would be a difficult job. However, Martin made the whole process very straightforward and easy, gave good advice on which boiler to choose as a replacement and charged a very fair price for the job. He pays attention to the details, including cleaning up and making good, and all in all it was a pleasure to have him around. I'm delighted with the work and would recommend Martin without hesitation.
