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Magnetic Filter Installation Birmingham & Solihull
Protect your boiler and heating system with a professional magnetic filter installation from Gas Safe registered engineers.
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Our Gas Safe registered engineers provide professional magnetic filter installations across Birmingham and Solihull. A simple, effective way to protect your heating system and extend the life of your boiler.
What Is a Magnetic Filter and Why Does It Matter?
A magnetic filter, also known as a system filter or magnetic system filter, is a device fitted to your central heating pipework that captures the iron oxide sludge, rust particles and debris that naturally build up inside your heating system over time.
Without a filter, this sludge circulates freely through your boiler and radiators, causing blockages, reducing efficiency and accelerating wear on your boiler’s internal components. A magnetic filter traps these particles before they can cause damage, keeping your system cleaner and your boiler working as it should for longer.
What’s Included in Our Magnetic Filter Installation
Our magnetic filter installation service is straightforward and carried out with minimal disruption to your home.
- Assessment of your system to identify the correct filter type and position
- Professional installation of the magnetic filter to your heating pipework
- System checks to ensure correct flow and pressure after installation
- Addition of corrosion inhibitor to protect the system going forward
- Advice on how the filter works and when to have it cleaned
We fit leading filter brands and size the right unit for your system. Every installation is completed to a high standard with no shortcuts taken.
Why Fitting a Magnetic Filter Makes Sense
Most boiler manufacturers now require a magnetic filter to be fitted as a condition of their warranty. If your boiler develops a fault and no filter is in place, the warranty claim could be refused. Fitting one at the point of installation, or as soon as possible afterwards, is one of the simplest ways to protect your investment.
Beyond warranty protection, a cleaner system runs more efficiently. Your boiler doesn’t have to work as hard, radiators heat up more evenly and the overall lifespan of your heating system is extended. Our engineers have been fitting magnetic filters across Birmingham and Solihull for over 29 years and can advise on the right solution for your setup.
Magnetic Filter Servicing and Cleaning
A magnetic filter needs to be cleaned regularly to keep working effectively, typically during your annual boiler service. Our engineers can clean and inspect your existing filter as part of a service visit, or carry out a standalone filter clean if needed.
If your filter hasn’t been cleaned in a while, it may already be full of captured debris and working less effectively. We’ll check the condition of your filter, clean it properly and make sure your system is topped up with the correct inhibitor levels to keep corrosion at bay.
Why Choose MS HEATING AND PLUMBING for Your Magnetic Filter Installation
MS HEATING AND PLUMBING has been installing and servicing central heating systems across Birmingham and Solihull for over 29 years. Our Gas Safe registered engineers carry out magnetic filter installations properly, using the right products and giving you honest advice on protecting your heating system.
Founded on Quality
MS HEATING AND PLUMBING was built on nearly 30 years of experience and a commitment to doing things properly. Every magnetic filter installation is carried out carefully and to a high standard, with no shortcuts taken.
Clear, Transparent Pricing
We provide honest, upfront quotes with no hidden extras and no surprises. You’ll know exactly what’s involved and what it will cost before we carry out any work.
Fully Managed Throughout
Our team handles the entire magnetic filter installation from assessment through to completion. You don’t need to source parts or coordinate anything. We take care of it all.
Local Trusted Experts
We’ve been serving Birmingham and Solihull for nearly 30 years and much of our work comes from repeat customers who recommend us. We’re a local team with genuine expertise in central heating systems.
Which? Trusted Trader
We’re independently assessed and approved as a Which? Trusted Trader. When you choose MS HEATING AND PLUMBING, you can do so with confidence knowing we meet their strict standards.
Gas Safe Registered
All our central heating work is carried out by Gas Safe registered engineers. Safety and compliance on every visit, every time.
Age UK Birmingham Approved
Age UK Birmingham approved, MS HEATING AND PLUMBING provides trusted local services with care, honesty, and quality workmanship, giving customers complete confidence and peace of mind.
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Get in Touch
The easiest way to reach us is via WhatsApp. Send us a message with details of your heating system and we’ll get back to you promptly.
Quick, Easy Quote
Send us images of your boiler and pipework via WhatsApp or email and we’ll provide a clear quote. For heating faults or emergencies, call us on 0121 709 0000 first.
Professional Magnetic Filter Installation
Our engineers fit the right magnetic filter for your system carefully and correctly, with full system checks and inhibitor top-up included as standard.
Your Satisfaction
We carry out thorough final checks and make sure you’re completely happy before we leave, with everything explained clearly.
Magnetic Filter Installation FAQs
What does a magnetic filter actually do?
A magnetic filter captures the iron oxide sludge, rust particles and debris that build up inside your central heating system. By trapping these particles before they circulate through your boiler and radiators, it helps prevent blockages, improves efficiency and extends the life of your heating system.
How do I get a quote for a magnetic filter installation?
Send us images of your boiler and pipework via WhatsApp or email and we’ll come back to you with a clear, honest quote. For a heating fault or emergency, call us directly on 0121 709 0000.
How long does a magnetic filter installation take?
Most magnetic filter installations are completed in under an hour. It’s a straightforward job that causes minimal disruption to your home.
Are your engineers qualified to install magnetic filters?
Yes. All our central heating engineers are Gas Safe registered and experienced in fitting magnetic filters to all types of heating systems. MS HEATING AND PLUMBING is also a Which? Trusted Trader, independently assessed for quality and customer care.
What’s included in the magnetic filter installation?
Our installation includes assessing your system, fitting the correct magnetic filter, checking flow and pressure after installation, topping up corrosion inhibitor and explaining how the filter works and when it should be cleaned.
Does my boiler warranty require a magnetic filter?
Most leading boiler manufacturers now require a magnetic filter to be fitted as a condition of their warranty. If no filter is in place when a warranty claim is made, the claim may be refused. We’d always recommend fitting one, especially if you’ve recently had a new boiler installed.
How often does a magnetic filter need to be cleaned?
We recommend having your magnetic filter cleaned annually, ideally at the same time as your boiler service. If the filter hasn’t been cleaned for some time it may already be holding a significant amount of debris, which can reduce its effectiveness.
What areas do you cover for magnetic filter installation?
We cover Birmingham, Solihull and the wider Midlands. Get in touch and we’ll confirm we can reach you.
Can you clean an existing magnetic filter rather than installing a new one?
Yes. If you already have a magnetic filter fitted, we can clean and inspect it as part of a service visit or as a standalone job. We’ll also check your inhibitor levels and top up if needed to keep your system protected.
How do I book a magnetic filter installation with MS HEATING AND PLUMBING?
The best way to get started is via WhatsApp. Send us a message and we’ll get back to you quickly. You can also request a callback through the contact form on this page, or call us on 0121 709 0000 if it’s urgent.
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