--- title: "Heating Controls Installation | R.K Plumbing & Heating" description: "Thermostats, programmers and smart heating controls fitted properly by Gas Safe engineers, serving Brighton, Hove, Woodingdean and Sussex." canonical: "https://www.rkplumbingandheatingservices.com/services/heating-controls-installation" --- Central Heating # Heating Controls Installation We fit and set up thermostats, programmers and smart heating controls so your home is easier to heat and warmer only when you need it. A proper compatibility check, a tidy install and everything tested before we leave. [Call 01273 911551](tel:+441273911551) ![Wall-mounted Vaillant combi boiler with neat copper pipework and an R.K branded wireless thermostat below](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Frk-boiler-conversion-20201008-01.jpg%3Fprefix%3Dtenants%252F6a73367026944505f092a67a%26v%3D1787043066924&w=1536&q=75&dpl=dpl_J3UkotoCWSfG7mH3JdDuNRVcD7J7)![Wall-mounted Vaillant combi boiler with neat copper pipework and an R.K branded wireless thermostat below](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Frk-boiler-conversion-20201008-01.jpg%3Fprefix%3Dtenants%252F6a73367026944505f092a67a%26v%3D1787043066924&w=1536&q=75&dpl=dpl_J3UkotoCWSfG7mH3JdDuNRVcD7J7) ## What we cover with heating controls From a straightforward thermostat swap to a full smart heating setup, we check what your system can support before we start. ### Smart Thermostats Wi-Fi connected thermostats set up with the app, schedules and heating zones configured properly. ### Programmers & Timers Replacing or upgrading heating programmers so your system runs to a schedule that actually suits your household. ### Wireless Receivers & Sensors Fitting receivers and room sensors so signals reach the boiler reliably, without dead spots. ### Compatibility Checks Assessing your existing boiler, wiring and valves before recommending which controls will actually work. ## Getting more from your heating system Heating controls installation covers anything that regulates when and how your heating comes on, from a simple room thermostat to a full smart system with app control and room-by-room scheduling. It's often a smaller job than a boiler swap, but done properly it makes a real difference to comfort and how efficiently your heating runs. It suits homes with an ageing or basic setup, and anyone upgrading to a smart thermostat that works with their existing boiler. We start by checking what your current system can actually support, your boiler type, existing wiring and any valves already in place, because not every control works with every setup. From there it's a case of isolating power safely, fitting the new thermostat, programmer or receiver, and wiring or pairing it correctly. For smart controls, that includes getting the app set up, the Wi-Fi connected and a schedule programmed that suits how your household actually lives, not just a default setting left as-is. > A heating control is only as good as the setup behind it, so we test everything before we leave. Placement matters more than people expect. A thermostat sat in direct sunlight, near a radiator, or in a draughty hallway will give false readings and mess with the whole system's timing, so we think about where it goes, not just what it is. Once it's fitted, we run through the schedule and controls with you so you're not left guessing how to use it. More information We cover this across Brighton, Hove, Woodingdean, Worthing, Lewes, Shoreham-by-Sea, Haywards Heath, Seaford and the surrounding Sussex area, usually alongside other central heating or boiler work, though it stands fine as a job on its own. If you've had a boiler upgrade recently and the controls have been left as they were, this is often the easy bit that gets missed. > Getting the placement and setup right matters just as much as the product you choose. If you're not sure what your current system will support, that's fine, that's exactly what the initial check is for. We'll tell you plainly what will and won't work before any money changes hands, and talk you through the sensible options rather than pushing the most expensive one. ### Ready to talk? Get in touch and we'll come back to you to talk it through. [Call 01273 911551](tel:+441273911551) ### While you're here - [Central Heating Installation](/services/central-heating-installation)→ - [Power Flushing](/services/power-flushing)→ - [Radiator Installation](/services/radiator-installation)→ ## Recent work ![Vaillant boiler with looping copper pipework and a brass magnetic filter below on a bare wall](/_next/image?url=%2Fapi%2Fmedia%2Ffile%2Frk-boiler-installation-20200806-01.jpg%3Fprefix%3Dtenants%252F6a73367026944505f092a67a%26v%3D1787043421377&w=1536&q=75&dpl=dpl_J3UkotoCWSfG7mH3JdDuNRVcD7J7) August 2020 ### Vaillant boiler installation with sensoHOME control Another new Vaillant boiler installed by the team, controlled by a Vaillant sensoHOME 380 RF and protected by a Vaillant Spirotech filter. The boiler now sits where an old dart board used to hang. ## Worth considering Central Heating ### Smart Thermostat Installation Smart thermostat fitting for homes in Brighton, Hove and Sussex, checked for wiring compatibility and set up ready to use. [Smart Thermostat Installation→](/services/smart-thermostat-installation) Central Heating ### Underfloor Heating Installation Wet and electric underfloor heating installed neatly and tested properly, often alongside bathroom design and fit-outs. [Underfloor Heating Installation→](/services/underfloor-heating-installation) Central Heating ### Central Heating Repair Gas Safe registered central heating fault-finding and repair for homes across Brighton, Hove and Sussex. [Central Heating Repair→](/services/central-heating-repair) Central Heating ### Radiator Repair Fixing cold, leaking or noisy radiators, from bleeding and valve repairs to flushing and full radiator replacement. [Radiator Repair→](/services/radiator-repair) Central Heating ### Radiator Valve Replacement Seized, dripping or outdated radiator valves replaced and leak-tested, for homes across Brighton, Hove and the surrounding Sussex towns. [Radiator Valve Replacement→](/services/radiator-valve-replacement) Central Heating ### Underfloor Heating Repair Diagnosis and repair of wet and electric underfloor heating systems, with minimal floor disruption, for homes across Brighton, Hove and Sussex. [Underfloor Heating Repair→](/services/underfloor-heating-repair) ## Before you book A few things people usually want to know before getting new heating controls fitted. Will my existing boiler work with a smart thermostat? Most modern boilers are compatible, but it depends on the wiring and valve setup, which is why we check this first before recommending anything. How long does a heating controls installation take? A straightforward thermostat or programmer swap usually takes a few hours, while a fuller smart heating setup with sensors can take a bit longer. Do you fit smart thermostats like Nest or Hive? Yes, we fit a range of smart thermostats and set up the app, Wi-Fi connection and schedule as part of the job. Can you install heating controls alongside a new boiler? Yes, this is common when we're fitting a new boiler, and as an accredited Vaillant installer we make sure the controls are matched properly to the system. Where should a thermostat be positioned? Away from direct sunlight, draughts and radiators, ideally somewhere that reflects the general temperature of the home rather than one hot or cold spot. Are you Gas Safe registered? Yes, we're Gas Safe registered for domestic gas work, and heating controls installation is something we do regularly alongside boiler and heating jobs. Do you cover my area? We're based in Woodingdean and cover Brighton, Hove, Worthing, Lewes, Shoreham-by-Sea, Haywards Heath, Seaford and the surrounding Sussex towns. What if my old controls are wired, not wireless? That's fine, we can work with existing wiring or replace it if needed, and we'll talk you through whether wired or wireless suits your home better. ## Let's sort your heating controls Get in touch and we'll talk through what your system can support before booking anything in. [Call 01273 911551](tel:+441273911551)