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Heating for Schools and Colleges
The team at Warmshires can install, repair and service a wide range of school heating systems to maintain a comfortable environment for teachers, staff and students. Our experienced commercial heating engineers are Gas Safe and OFTEC registered, so you can rely on us for all your school heating needs. Whether you need your school boiler repaired or a new heating system installed in your college, we are here to help.
We’re a Worcester Accredited Installer specialising in gas and oil boilers as well as renewables and plumbing.
We cover Doncaster, Lincolnshire, Newark, Nottinghamshire, Retford, Sheffield, Worksop and the surrounding areas.
School heating system maintenance, servicing, repairs and installation
School Heating Services
At Warmshires, we understand how important effective and energy-efficient heating systems are to schools, colleges, and educational institutions. A school classroom, assembly hall, or canteen that’s too cold can negatively affect students’ learning and well-being. Regular maintenance and servicing are essential to ensure that your school heating system continues to function adequately. If you experience an issue and your heating system stops working, you need a team of expert heating engineers you can rely on.
The Warmshires team will always be on hand to ensure your school stays at a safe and comfortable temperature to facilitate learning and deal with any issues that arise.
We offer a wide range of school heating services, including:
- Complete installation of all types of commercial boilers, including gas, oil and combi boilers.
- Preventative maintenance and servicing.
- School heating system design, installation, repairs and maintenance.
- Heating systems for schools with low surface temperatures to keep students safe.
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Commercial Boilers for Schools
Our experienced and accredited heating engineers can install all types of commercial boilers in schools, including combi, oil and gas boilers.
We operate in Worksop and the surrounding areas. Our team understands the importance of choosing a commercial boiler capable of heating large open spaces and is energy-efficient to keep your school’s energy bills in check.
Warmshires are proud to be Worcester-accredited boiler installers. We can offer up to a 12-year guarantee on Worcester boilers to give your school extra peace of mind about the longevity of your new boiler.
School Boiler Servicing
Annual servicing is essential to keep your boiler running as it should and ensure your warranty remains valid. This reduces the likelihood of your boiler breaking down, leading to freezing cold classrooms and a poor learning environment for your students. The Gas-Safe commercial heating engineers at Warmshires offer comprehensive boiler servicing for all makes, models and types of boilers. You can rely on our expert team to keep your boiler running smoothly and your school at an optimum temperature for learning.
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School Heating System Repairs
If your school heating system or boiler isn’t working properly or won’t turn on at all, this can be hugely disruptive to student’s learning and lead to increased absences. Cold temperatures mean that students are distracted and need to use more energy to stay warm, which can negatively affect their concentration. Cold classrooms can also worsen existing cardiorespiratory conditions, such as asthma, and make them more susceptible to contracting infectious airborne diseases. This can result in students taking time off school to recover.
It’s essential that your school heating system is repaired as quickly as possible to reduce this disruption. At Warmshires, we will always work quickly to ensure that the issue with your boiler is resolved as quickly as possible. Our team can repair all makes and models of boilers and heating systems and will diagnose the problem (and carry out the repair if possible) as quickly as we can.
School Heating System Maintenance
Regular boiler and heating system maintenance is key to reducing the likelihood of future problems. We focus on preventing issues before they become a problem leading to costly repairs and learning disruption. Our expert engineers can conduct regular inspections of your school heating system to help extend its lifespan and avoid unexpected problems and repair costs.
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Commercial Boiler Options for School
The team at Warmshires can install a new commercial combi, gas or oil boiler in your school, college or educational institution. We’re happy to offer any advice that’s needed about sizing or the most suitable type of boiler for your school’s requirements.
Commercial Gas Boilers for Schools
Commercial gas boilers are the most popular choice in schools and other educational establishments due to their efficiency, reliability and cost-effectiveness. Natural gas is often cheaper than other heating fuels, making a gas boiler a budget-friendly choice for your school. Gas boilers are capable of heating large spaces, such as sports halls, and can be used with a zoned heating system, allowing different temperatures in different parts of the school building.
Commercial Oil Boilers for Schools
Commercial oil boilers are less commonly used in schools than gas boilers, but they might be more popular in areas where gas is unavailable or oil is the most cost-effective fuel type. One of the main benefits of oil boilers for schools is that they don’t require access to a gas supply. They are also very efficient and can handle the hot water and heating demands of large schools and educational premises.
Commercial Combi Boilers for Schools
Combi boilers can be either gas or electric, with gas being the most common option in most commercial premises. This type of boiler offers hot water on demand which makes it most suitable for small educational establishments or ones with low hot water requirements. We can advise you if a combi boiler would be suitable for your school or college.
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Areas We Serve
Warmshires are based in Worksop and our team installs, repairs and maintains boilers in schools across Retford, Newark, Mansfield, Rotherham, Sheffield, Chesterfield and the surrounding areas.
If you would like to book one of our school heating system services, please contact a member of our friendly team. We’ll be happy to provide you with a tailored quote or book you an appointment with one of our qualified heating engineers.
Choose Warmshires For Your School Heating Services
Warmshires are a local heating and plumbing company, specialising in boiler installation, boiler service plans and boiler repairs for schools and other commercial premises. We also offer emergency boiler callouts for when you have an issue with your boiler or school heating systems and need urgent repair.
Our engineers are Gas Safe registered and offer a friendly and professional service. Check out our reviews on Checkatrade to see what our past customers have said about the quality of our work.
If your school or college is in need of a new commercial boiler or heating system, servicing or repair, get in touch with us to see how we can help you today!
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Testimonials From Customers
Don’t just take our word for it! See our fantastic testimonials left by other customers:
"Very professional team. Initial visit by Dale was prompt and fuss free. We were given sound advice and a very competitive quote. Appreciated the sound advice and clarity. Engineers Dave and Louie were brilliant. Arrived on time and both were extremely courteous. They worked diligently on a scorching hot summer day and wasted no time. The working areas were kept very tidy from start to finish. Highly recommend Warmshires."
"Fantastic installation. The staff from Warmshires were professional, friendly, and carried out the work to the highest of standards whilst respecting our property at all times. Would highly recommend. Thank you, Warmshires."
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School Heating FAQs
In England, there are no regulations that specify minimum temperatures for classrooms or any other part of schools. However, the National Education Union (NEU) recommends that temperatures in school classrooms should be at least 18ºC.
Additionally, The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 applies to all workplaces and requires temperatures to be “reasonable”, defined as "normally at least 16°C". This would apply to non-teaching areas and classrooms outside of teaching times.
In the UK, there are several regulations that apply to heating systems in schools:
- The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992. This states that all workplaces must be a minimum of 16°C. However, the National Education Union (NEU) recommends that temperatures in school classrooms are at least 18ºC.
- The School Premises (England) Regulations 2012. This sets out specific requirements for school premises, including requiring local authorities to maintain sufficient and adequate heating systems in schools
- Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998. This applies if the school’s heating system is powered by gas, such as a gas boiler. Gas heating systems must be installed and serviced regularly by a Gas Safe registered engineer. All the engineers at Warmshire are Gas Safe registered.
- Building Regulations: Part L - Conservation of Fuel and Power. This requires schools to ensure their heating systems are modern and energy-efficient
Schools can make several changes to make their premises more energy-efficient, including:
- Installing energy-efficient LED lighting
- Upgrade to energy-efficient windows and doors
- Install smart meters
- Upgrade to a more efficient boiler
- Service your heating system regularly to ensure it’s in good working condition
- Use modern energy-efficient appliances with a good efficiency rating
- Improve insulation
- Ensure a regular and consistent temperature
- Keep classroom doors closed
- Set hearing systems on a timer
The best type of heating system will depend on the school’s size, layout, location, budget and requirements. Here’s an overview of the four most common types of heating systems used in schools:
- Central heating systems. These are a highly reliable choice and are commonly used in schools and other educational establishments. They can heat areas quickly and are capable of maintaining a constant temperature. Gas or oil-fired boilers are a good choice.
- Warm air heating systems. This is where warm air is used to heat the school building using ducts and vents. This type of system is very good at heating up large areas, such as sports halls, very quickly, but a new warm air heating system will typically cost more than a traditional central heating system.
- Radiant heating systems. This works by warming people and objects in a room through infrared radiation, rather than through warm air or hot water. It includes underfloor heating systems. Radiant panels are much slimmer than radiators meaning they can be a better option where space is limited.
- Heat pumps. These extract heat from the air or ground and are one of the most energy-efficient choices. Despite the high initial investment, heat pumps are very affordable once installed and can last for many years.
There are several factors you should consider when choosing the best heating system for your school or college, including:
- The school’s size and layout. How many rooms need to be heated? What is the largest room, such as a sports hall or auditorium, that will need to be heated?
- Energy efficiency. How important is energy efficiency? Does your school have any sustainability goals which need to be met?
- Cost. How much have you budgeted for the installation of your new school heating system? Many of the systems which offer the lowest running costs cost the most to install.
Yes, there are several government grants that can help schools become more energy-efficient, including:
- DfE Energy Efficiency Grant. Schools, sixth forms and colleges in England are eligible for a share of a £500 million energy efficiency grant.
- Condition Improvement Fund (CIF). This is support that’s designed to help educational buildings remain in good condition. It can be used to install a better heating system if the existing one is inadequate or failing.
A well-maintained school heating system can last between 15 and 30 years. However, the exact lifespan will depend on the type of heating system and whether it is regularly maintained and serviced.
