Blackburn's Most Loved 2025

Plumbing & gas done properly.

Honest, skilled, on-time engineers serving Blackburn and Lancashire. From boiler installs to bathrooms — Empire turns up, sleeves up, and gets the job done.

1000+Happy customers
500+Boiler installs
5★Across all platforms
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What we do

Complete plumbing & heating,
done right.

From boiler installs to full bathroom refits — we cover the lot for homes and businesses across Lancashire and the North West.

Boiler Installations

Worcester, Vaillant, Baxi and more. From assessment to commissioning — fixed-price quotes, finance available.

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Servicing & Repairs

Annual servicing, fault diagnosis and warranty-compliant fixes. Keep your system running safely all year.

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Heating Systems

Power flushes, radiator replacements and smart thermostat integration. Modern systems, properly fitted.

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Bathrooms & Wet Rooms

Full installs, refurbishments and accessibility adaptations. Tiling, plastering and electrics handled in-house.

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Plumbing Repairs

Leaks, pipework, taps, showers and emergency call-outs. Fast response across Lancashire — 24/7.

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Landlord Certificates

Gas Safety (CP12) inspections — fast turnaround, fully compliant. Same-day certs for rental properties.

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Recognition

Real awards. Real recognition.

From the people we serve and the industry we work in.

2025
Screwfix Top Tradesperson

Regional Finalist

Lancashire's only plumber to reach the semi-finals.

2025
BestHeating Plumber of the Year

National Finalist

Top 4 in the country — recognised at the national awards ceremony.

2025
Local & Loved Awards

Blackburn's Most Loved WINNER

Voted by the people of Blackburn.

What customers say

Reviews speak louder than us.

Baz and his team were not only reliable and professional, they were extremely friendly and went above and beyond to complete the job in hand.

Checkatrade verified

Most plumbers looked at my set up and ran away. These guys worked it out and got the job done.

Best of Blackburn

Nearly 2 months without heating, so glad I spoke to Empire Plumbing! Came yesterday for quote, next day all radiators all working perfectly — house finally warm.

Best of Blackburn

Baz and Dave are absolute legends. Most engineers would have said rip it all out. Not these two — they've got a customer for life here.

Recent customer · Lancashire
Got questions?

The stuff people actually ask.

Real answers to the questions we get most — from boiler installs to emergency call-outs.

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Is Empire Gas & Plumbing Gas Safe registered?

Yes. Every engineer at Empire is fully Gas Safe registered, which is a legal requirement for anyone working on gas appliances in the UK. You can verify our registration directly on the Gas Safe Register.

What areas do you cover?

We're based in Blackburn and cover the whole of Lancashire — including Darwen, Accrington, Burnley, Preston, Bolton, Bury, Rossendale, and surrounding towns. If you're not sure whether we cover your postcode, give us a call on 07479 675 903.

Do you offer 24/7 emergency call-outs?

Yes — we run a 24/7 emergency line for plumbing and gas emergencies across Lancashire. Burst pipes, boiler breakdowns in winter, gas leaks — call 07479 675 903 any time and a real engineer (not a call centre) will pick up.

Which boiler brands do you install?

We're accredited installers for Worcester Bosch, Vaillant, Baxi and Ideal — all the major UK brands. Worcester and Vaillant installs come with up to a 12-year manufacturer warranty, transferable if you sell the house.

Do you charge a call-out fee?

No. Quotes are free, and we don't charge to come and have a look. You only pay if you book the work in. Fixed-price quotations so there are no surprises.

Can you do same-day landlord gas safety certificates (CP12)?

Yes — same-day CP12 inspections are usually available across Lancashire. We email the digital certificate directly and offer multi-property packages for landlords with several rentals, plus reminder service so you never miss next year's renewal.

How quickly can you get to me for a quote?

Most quotes happen within 24-48 hours of you calling. For straightforward jobs (boiler replacement, CP12, tap repair) we can often quote over the phone. For bigger projects like bathrooms or full heating systems, we'll book a free survey at a time that suits you.

Our roots

Born here. Based here. Serving here.

Empire isn't just based in Blackburn — we're built into it. From sponsoring the local football team to free safety checks for those who need them, we look after our own.

  • Blackburn
  • Darwen
  • Accrington
  • Burnley
  • Preston
  • Bolton
  • Bury
  • Rossendale
  • Whole of Lancashire
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Need a job done properly?

Free quotes, no call-out fees, 24/7 emergency cover. Get a real engineer on the line — not a call centre.