Central Heating in Cuxton

Central Heating Services in Cuxton

Cuxton's mix of older and newer properties means we work on a range of heating systems, from antiquated setups in Victorian and Edwardian cottages to relatively modern installations in the housing built during the 1980s and 1990s.

Our services in Cuxton include:

• Full central heating installation — complete systems designed for properties of all ages, from period cottages to modern detached homes
• System upgrades — replacing old boilers and updating the heating circuit to work efficiently with modern equipment
• Period property installations — sympathetic heating design for older cottages and listed buildings, with careful pipework routing to minimise impact on original features
• Radiator additions — extending heating into rooms that currently have none, such as extensions, conservatories, or outbuildings
• Controls and thermostat upgrades — fitting modern programmable or smart thermostats and TRVs
• Central heating repairs — resolving issues with cold radiators, noisy pipes, circulation problems, pump failures, and valve faults

The older properties in Cuxton village centre, particularly along Bush Road and Church Hill, often have thick stone or brick walls that were never built for modern heating. Installing central heating in these properties requires careful thought about pipework routing, radiator positioning, and boiler placement. We have experience with this type of work and take a sensitive approach that delivers modern comfort without compromising the character of the building.

Central Heating for Cuxton's Property Mix

Cuxton's housing divides broadly into three categories, each with its own central heating considerations.

The oldest properties — the cottages and houses in and around the original village centre near St Michael's Church — date from the Victorian era and earlier. These buildings have solid walls, sometimes constructed from ragstone or flint, which are poor insulators. Ceiling heights tend to vary, rooms are often irregular in shape, and there may be limited options for boiler and flue positioning. Central heating design for these properties requires a bespoke approach, and radiators need to be sized generously to compensate for the high heat loss through the building fabric.

The mid-twentieth century housing, largely from the 1950s through 1970s, can be found on the roads connecting the village centre to the main road. These properties are more conventional in construction with cavity walls and standard room layouts. Their central heating systems are typically of a similar age to the houses themselves and are prime candidates for replacement. The boilers are old, the controls are basic, and the pipework may be internally corroded.

The newer housing estates on the edges of Cuxton, dating from the 1980s and 1990s, have more modern central heating systems, but the boilers in these properties are now 25 to 35 years old. For these homes, a boiler swap with updated controls is often sufficient to restore efficient heating without the need to replace the entire system.

Cuxton's location in the Medway valley provides some natural shelter from the worst of the prevailing winds, but the village sits at a relatively low elevation which can mean damp conditions during winter. Ensuring your heating system keeps the property warm and dry is important for both comfort and the building fabric.