Business Details
38 Years
experience
Expert Fireplace & Heating Solutions in Colchester
Established in 1988, B F S Heating is a family-run business specialising in bespoke fireplace settings, home heating solutions, and renewable energy systems. Our team of engineers holds OFTEC, Gas Safe, and HETAS registrations, ensuring technical excellence across Essex and Suffolk. With one of the largest showrooms in the region, we offer a comprehensive range of stoves, fireplaces, and heating products, supported by design, installation, and commissioning services. Our commitment to quality is reinforced by over 30 years of installation experience and membership in the Guild of Chimney Sweeps. We prioritise customer relationships, transforming design concepts into reality using materials like reclaimed bricks, slate, and timber beams.Our services extend to central heating installations, boiler replacements, and maintenance, delivered by qualified professionals. The showroom team provides tailored consultations, while our fitters consistently receive praise for professionalism and attention to detail. Customer testimonials highlight our dedication to clean, efficient work and exceptional aftercare. As a trusted local business, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern solutions to meet individual heating needs.
Services
Wood Stoves
Gas Fires
Chimney Repairs
Media Walls
Central Heating
Bespoke Fireplaces
Boiler Replacement
Renewable Energy
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of installation experience in heating solutions
- Our engineers hold Gas Safe, OFTEC, and HETAS registrations
- Family-run business with a showroom displaying 100+ fireplace options
- We provide full project management from design to installation
- Customer testimonials consistently praise our clean, professional workmanship
Associations and certifications
- OFTEC
- Gas Safe
- HETAS
- Guild of Chimney Sweeps
What people say
Excellent workmanship
Polite and helpful
First class service
Professional fitters
Thoroughly recommend
Services
Wood Stoves
We design and install wood-burning stoves with custom fireplace surrounds. Our HETAS-registered engineers ensure safe, efficient installations compliant with regulations. Clients receive guidance on stove selection, flue requirements, and maintenance for optimal performance and safety.
Gas Fires
Our Gas Safe engineers install balanced flue and inset gas fires with media wall integration. Services include gas safety checks, flue installation, and decorative surround design. We offer modern controls and energy-efficient models for residential properties across Essex and Suffolk.
Chimney Repairs
We provide chimney inspections, flue lining, and brickwork restoration. Our OFTEC-certified team addresses structural issues and ensures compliance with building regulations. Services include smoke testing and fitting cowl protection for open fires and stoves.
Bespoke Fireplaces
We create tailored fireplace solutions using reclaimed materials, natural stone, and timber beams. Our designers collaborate with clients on inglenook fireplaces, media walls, and period-appropriate surrounds. Installations include hearth preparation and finishing touches.
Central Heating
We offer full central heating system installations, boiler replacements, and system upgrades. Our qualified engineers handle pipework, radiators, and controls with minimal disruption. Services include system flushing and efficiency optimisation for existing and new properties.
Questions
What fireplace options do you offer?
We provide wood, gas, electric, and multi-fuel stoves alongside custom fireplace surrounds. Our showroom displays 100+ options including media walls and traditional inglenook designs.
Are your engineers certified?
All installations are completed by Gas Safe, OFTEC, and HETAS registered engineers with over 30 years combined experience in heating systems and fireplace installations.
Do you serve areas outside Colchester?
We cover Essex and Suffolk, providing design consultations, product supply, and full installation services to residential properties across both counties.
What's included in a full installation?
Our complete service includes design consultation, flue installation, fireplace construction, stove fitting, and final safety checks. We handle plastering and finishing touches as required.
Can you service existing heating systems?
Yes, we offer maintenance, boiler servicing, and system upgrades for existing installations. Our engineers perform efficiency checks and necessary repairs to ensure optimal performance.
Reviews (5)
Charlotte Beard
Oct 05, 2022
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BFS originally fitted a stove in my parents house many years ago so I knew I wanted them to fit one for our new house! From meeting Kate at the showroom through to having the stove fitted this week I can honestly say they have not disappointed me! Everyone that has been to my house has been courteous and tidy, they have all done their best to make the whole process as painless as possible! I am very pleased with my new stove and look forward to many years of cosy fires!
Robert Britton
Feb 04, 2022
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BFS (Heating) Ltd of Great Bentley, Essex fitted my new Chesneys Beaumont 5 wood burning stove along with a Newmans Branscombe frame, black slate hearths and rustic brick
panels. This was a full installation from scratch and required a flue fitted, fireplace alterations and plastering etc. BFS were super from the outset, helping me with design and step by step stages of the fitting. The installation team were great too, clean, professional, polite and friendly.
Their shop in Plough Road Centre , Great Bentley has lots of displays to help you choose and the shop staff are very friendly. A big shout out to Kate in the shop who has been superb in every aspect! ??. I recommend you check out BFS (heating) Ltd if youre looking to install/update your wood burner.
Ive attached some photos for your information.
panels. This was a full installation from scratch and required a flue fitted, fireplace alterations and plastering etc. BFS were super from the outset, helping me with design and step by step stages of the fitting. The installation team were great too, clean, professional, polite and friendly.
Their shop in Plough Road Centre , Great Bentley has lots of displays to help you choose and the shop staff are very friendly. A big shout out to Kate in the shop who has been superb in every aspect! ??. I recommend you check out BFS (heating) Ltd if youre looking to install/update your wood burner.
Ive attached some photos for your information.
Graham Cox
Jan 25, 2022
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I was going to use this business to install a fire, but reading the reviews changed my mind. They seem to have an excuse for their appalling service every time blaming everyone else apart from themselves. You would be better avoiding the business to save yourself a headache and money.
Fj Harmon
Dec 07, 2021
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Unfortunately they never returned my call regarding a fireplace job, I know they are busy, however the customer service was disappointing,
Phil Nicholson
Oct 27, 2021
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What is wrong with this company? Last year I had tremendous trouble getting hold of BFS heating because I had something wrong with my new gas fire that they installed. I only got a reply after I posted a bad review!
BFS posted a reply to my review with excuses as to why they hadnt replied to my emails or phone calls and promised me a free maintenance service this year, as they didnt contact me I telephoned and was promised a return call to arrange a visit. That was over 3 weeks ago and still no reply to my phone calls, messages or emails.
Ive now given up and will have to go elsewhere
BFS posted a reply to my review with excuses as to why they hadnt replied to my emails or phone calls and promised me a free maintenance service this year, as they didnt contact me I telephoned and was promised a return call to arrange a visit. That was over 3 weeks ago and still no reply to my phone calls, messages or emails.
Ive now given up and will have to go elsewhere
