Gas Safe Registered · North Devon
Boiler
Repairs.
Done Right.In Barnstaple & across North Devon
Serving Barnstaple and all of North Devon. A Gas Safe engineer with 25+ years' experience who turns up on time, explains what he found, and charges a fair price.
Gas Safe
What I Can Fix
Heating Services Across North Devon
How It Works
Three steps to a working boiler.
Call or Book Online
Tell me what's happening. I'll give you an honest assessment over the phone — no call-out charge just to show up and quote you more.
I Come to You
I arrive in the agreed window, explain what I find in plain language, and get your go-ahead before starting any work.
Problem Solved
I diagnose the fault and carry out the repair. If a part needs ordering, I'll quote it before getting it. You get a clear invoice and a system that works.
From North Devon Homeowners
What George's Customers Say
“The whole process from initial queries to online booking and service delivery was absolutely hassle free and impeccable. The engineer turned up on time, treated my house with great care, and made my old boiler running like new.”
Lei Yu
Homeowner, Ilfracombe
“First class service!! I was told I need a new boiler at cost of £2000, I rang George because of his reviews — they are truly justified! He replaced a faulty part at a fraction of what I was quoted elsewhere! Thank you George, a customer forever.”
Michael Thompson
Homeowner, Barnstaple
“Service is second to none, I've been using them for 7 years now. George is very polite, professional and gets the job done on time. He's always been punctual, even sends a text alert to let you know when he's on his way with an ETA.”
Raj Uppal
Homeowner, Bideford
“George Lane at Tarka Boilers is the best of the best; he has superb technical ability combined with an engaging and likeable nature. George is always willing to give free unbiased advice. An example to all tradesmen.”
Richard Connors
Homeowner, Braunton
The Engineer
I'm George. I've been doing this for 25 years.
I started as an apprentice heating engineer and spent two and a half decades building a reputation for honest, reliable work in Kent. When I moved to North Devon, I brought all of that with me — the same Gas Safe standards, the same commitment to getting it right first time.
I work alone. That means when you call, you speak to the engineer. When I show up, I'm the person doing the work. No subcontractors, no surprises on the invoice.
I've repaired every major boiler brand made in the last 25 years. I diagnose the fault properly and give you an honest price before any parts are ordered.
Years Experience
Coverage
All of North Devon, within 40 minutes.
Based in Barnstaple, I cover every town and village within a 40-minute drive — from Bideford and Ilfracombe to South Molton and the coast.
Your boiler won't wait.
Neither should you.
Call now for same-day boiler repairs across Barnstaple and North Devon. Gas Safe registered, honest pricing, no call-out fee surprises.
Common Questions
Questions I get asked every week.
Are you Gas Safe registered?
Yes. Gas Safe registration is a legal requirement for any work on gas appliances in the UK. My registration number is 515374 — you can verify it at gassaferegister.co.uk.
What areas do you cover?
All towns and villages within roughly a 40-minute drive of Barnstaple — including Bideford, Ilfracombe, Braunton, South Molton, Great Torrington, Fremington, Woolacombe, Lynton, and Combe Martin.
How much does a boiler repair cost?
Most repairs are completed in the same visit. The final cost depends on what's wrong and which parts are needed — I'll give you a clear price before starting any work.
How quickly can you come out?
For emergencies, I aim to reach you the same day. For routine repairs and servicing, I typically have availability within 2–3 days.
Do you charge a call-out fee?
My diagnostic fee covers showing up and diagnosing the fault — there's no separate call-out charge on top. If you decide not to proceed after diagnosis, you pay only the diagnostic fee.
Do you repair all boiler makes and models?
Yes. In 25+ years I've worked on every major brand — Worcester Bosch, Vaillant, Baxi, Ideal, Potterton, Viessmann, and more.