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Central Heating Installation in Longford: Oil, Heat Pump and Gas Systems
Find a heating installer for a new oil central heating system, a heat pump conversion or a gravity-to-pumped upgrade across Longford. 2026 prices, SEAI grant guidance and installers from Longford Town to Lanesborough.
Central heating installation in Longford
Longford is a small midlands county with a largely rural population centred on Longford town. Natural gas network coverage in Longford is limited to the county town and a small number of other locations, with the majority of the county relying on oil and LPG for heating. The pool of RGI registered gas installers in Longford is relatively small, and homeowners in more remote parts of the county may need to source an installer from a neighbouring area.
Longford is a small Midlands county with a dispersed rural housing pattern and a single main town. The housing stock is predominantly older, with a high proportion of oil-heated bungalows and farmhouses. SEAI heat pump conversion has been gaining traction as a route to reducing oil dependency, and the county has a reasonable number of SEAI-registered contractors.
The law
Central Heating and the Law in Longford
A wet central heating system in Longford is a mix of trades. The radiators, pipework and controls are general heating and plumbing work, but the gas boiler at the heart of the system must be installed by an RGI-registered gas installer for any boiler running on natural gas or LPG, a legal requirement under the Energy (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2006. An unregistered installer cannot certify the gas element, your home insurance may be invalidated, and the work cannot be included in a BER certificate.
The installers listed here cover the whole county, taking in Longford town, Granard, Edgeworthstown, Lanesborough, Ballymahon and Kenagh. Every gas installer is drawn from the RGI public register.
- RGI registration is required by law for the gas boiler
- Radiators, pipework and controls are general plumbing work
- A gas safety certificate is issued when the work is done
How Long It Takes in Longford
A full system install takes two to four working days. A boiler and radiators upgrade is two to three, while adding controls takes one.
SEAI Grants for Longford Homes
Up to €12,500 for a heat pump system and up to €700 for a heating controls upgrade, through SEAI-registered contractors.
The options
Oil, Heat Pump or Gas: The Right System for Longford Homes
Longford town has access to the natural gas network. The wider county, including Granard, Edgeworthstown, Lanesborough and rural areas, relies predominantly on oil or LPG.
Oil Central Heating
The most common central heating system in Longford, where much of the county sits outside the gas network. A modern condensing oil boiler drives radiators, cylinder and zoned controls together.
from€4,800
Heat Pump Central Heating
An air source heat pump running low-temperature radiators or underfloor pipework. Best paired with good insulation and larger radiators, and eligible for the SEAI heat pump grant of up to €12,500.
from€6,000
Gas Central Heating
Runs on natural gas where available or on LPG from a tank, a workable central heating option in the gas-connected pockets of Longford. The boiler drives radiators and controls as one system.
from€4,500
2026 prices
Central Heating Cost in Longford 2026
Typical Longford ranges for a whole-system approach. All figures include labour and VAT.
- Get an itemised quote covering boiler, radiators, pipework and controls
- Heating controls and zoning add €350 to €900 but cut running costs
- A power flush before an upgrade adds €400 to €700
Longford Town is served from the Lough Forbes supply and has moderately soft water. Many rural areas in Longford rely on private wells, and water quality testing before installing a new boiler or heat pump is strongly recommended where supply source is uncertain.
- Full system install €4,500–7,500
- Boiler and radiators upgrade €3,500–5,500
- Heating controls and zoning €350–900
- System power flush €400–700
- Annual service €80–120
Indicative 2026 ranges. Always confirm with a written quote before work begins.
SEAI grants
SEAI Grants for Longford Heating Upgrades
Grants are available for a heat pump system (up to €12,500) and a heating controls upgrade (up to €700). A like-for-like gas or oil boiler swap does not qualify directly, and the work must be carried out by an SEAI-registered contractor before any grant can be claimed.
A fabric-first upgrade makes the biggest difference to running costs, and SEAI-registered insulation contractors covering Longford are listed at wallinsulationireland.ie.
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How to Hire a Heating Installer in Longford
The gas boiler in any Longford system must be fitted by an RGI-registered installer. Here is how to verify and hire correctly for the whole job.
Browse Gas and Heating Installers in Longford
Every installer in the Longford gas installer directory covers central heating work, drawn from the RGI public register. Browse the county, find installers near you and contact them directly. You can verify any RGI registration number at rgi.ie for extra peace of mind.
Get Three Written Quotes for the System
Quotes should name the boiler or heat pump model, the number of radiators, the controls being fitted and any pipework changes. A quote without a named heat source is incomplete, since the specification affects warranty terms, SEAI grant eligibility and long-term running costs.
Confirm SEAI Registration if Claiming a Grant
For a heat pump or a heating controls upgrade the grant is paid only when the work is done by an SEAI-registered contractor. Confirm your installer is on the register before any grant-eligible work begins, and keep the paperwork for your application.
Request Certification on Completion
A gas boiler at the heart of the system must come with a gas safety certificate on the day the work is completed. Keep it with your home insurance documents and BER certificate, because without it the gas work is unverifiable and will affect your property resale.
Local coverage
Central Heating Across Longford: Areas Covered
Longford is inland and flat, with minimal shelter from northerly and north-westerly winds. Cold snaps can be prolonged, and the Midlands frost record is well above the national average. Lanesborough, on the Shannon, benefits from some winter temperature moderation near the river.
Longford Town has the main concentration of plumbing contractors serving the county. Granard has some local coverage for north Longford. Ballymahon and Lanesborough in the south often draw from Longford Town or Athlone-based contractors.
Every area above is served by registered gas installers in the Longford gas installer directory.
Common questions
Central Heating in Longford: Common Questions
How much does central heating installation cost in Longford in 2026?
A full wet central heating system in Longford costs €4,500 to €7,500 in 2026, taking in the boiler, radiators, controls and pipework. A boiler and radiators upgrade is €3,500 to €5,500, and heating controls with zoning €350 to €900. Figures include labour and VAT.
How long does central heating installation take in Longford?
A full central heating system install in Longford takes two to four working days depending on the number of radiators and the pipework involved. A boiler and radiators upgrade is usually two to three days, while adding controls or zoning to an existing system takes one day.
Do I need an RGI-registered installer in Longford?
Yes, for the gas boiler. A central heating system in Longford running on natural gas or LPG must have the boiler installed by an RGI-registered gas installer by law. The radiators, pipework and controls are general heating and plumbing work, but the gas boiler element must be certified.
Is there an SEAI grant for central heating in Longford?
A standard gas or oil boiler swap does not qualify for a direct SEAI grant. Grants apply to a heat pump system (up to €12,500) and a heating controls upgrade (up to €700), plus insulation carried out at the same time. Longford homeowners in homes built before 2011 are eligible to apply.
Can I run central heating in Longford if my home is off the gas network?
Yes. Most homes in Longford outside the natural gas network run oil central heating, or a heat pump where insulation allows. A gas system can still work on LPG supplied from a tank, and the same RGI registration rules apply to LPG as to natural gas. Your installer will size the system to the property.
Can I upgrade an old gravity system to fully pumped in Longford?
Yes. Converting an open-vent gravity system to a fully pumped, sealed setup with modern controls is one of the most common central heating upgrades in Longford. It improves efficiency and comfort, and is usually done alongside a new boiler and a power flush to clear years of sludge.
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