McCormack Plumbing & Heating Ltd Boiler Cover Plans Terms and Conditions.
We understand that terms and conditions are often extremely difficult to understand due to how they are written. We have tried to keep our Boiler Cover Plans terms and conditions extremely clear so you know exactly what is and isn’t covered.
1. Scope of Contract
1.1 McCormack Plumbing & Heating Ltd will provide the level of cover described within the ‘Plan Summary’ below subject to an initial chargeable service and inspection.
1.2 When referring to ‘We’ this refers to McCormack Plumbing & Heating Ltd
1.3 This contract is strictly a maintenance contract and is not an insurance policy. McCormack Plumbing & Heating Ltd is therefore not regulated by the FCA.
1.4 This plan is intended for domestic boilers only and will only carry out works at residential properties
2. Our Plans
2.1 Bronze Plan
Here is what is included in our Bronze Plan:
- Annual Boiler Service Included
- Annual System Water Test
- Annual Carbon Monoxide Test
- Priority Call Outs
- Replacement Parts Discount
2.2 Silver Plan
Here is what is included in our Silver Plan:
- Annual Boiler Service Included
- Annual System Water Test
- Annual Carbon Monoxide Test
- Priority Call Outs
- Breakdown Labour Discount
- Out of hours boiler services
- Replacement Parts Discount
2.3 Gold Plan
Here is what is included in our Gold Plan:
- Annual Boiler Service Included
- Annual System Water Test
- Annual Carbon Monoxide Test
- Priority Call Outs
- 24 Hour Emergency Call Outs
- Breakdown Labour Covered
- Out of hours boiler services
- Replacement Parts Covered
3. Components of the System
3.1. Your heating system is made up of a number of different components. The components of the heating system covered within each plan are as follows:
3.2 Bronze Plan
- Boiler and all internals
- Circulation pump
- Thermostatic radiator valves
- Timer/thermostat
- Pressure controls
3.3 Silver Plan
- Thermostatic radiator valves
- Timer/thermostat
- Pressure controls
- Hot water cylinder (including unvented) and expansion tank
- Circulation pump
- Boiler and all internals
- All gas supply pipes
3.4 Gold Plan
- Boiler and all internals
- Circulation pump
- Thermostatic radiator valves
- Timer/thermostat
- Pressure controls
- Radiators
- Heating pipework
- Hot water cylinder (including unvented) and expansion tank
- All gas supply pipes
Below you will find information on each of the benefits within our service plans. Please refer back to ‘Our Plans’ above to see which items below are included in each plan.
4. Annual Service
4.1. One of our Gas Safe qualified engineers will perform the service and safety check in line with manufacturers instructions
4.2. Included in this service/safety check, we will perform the following as a minimum:
- Check emissions using a fully calibrated flue gas analyser
- Check of the inlet and working gas pressure
- Clean condensate trap
- Clean magnetic filter (if fitted)
- Clean inside of boiler case
- Gas rate if required
- Test of safety devices and all safety checks in line with Gas Safe guidelines
4.3. We will also inspect the radiators, hot water cylinder and other components for leaks or defects
4.4. A gas tightness test will be performed in certain circumstances to ensure the property is free from gas leaks
4.5. The annual service will be arranged at a time and date convenient to you and in the month of your contract renewal. Unless otherwise arranged with the contract holder beforehand.
4.6 The annual service will be carried out Monday to Friday between 9 am and 5 pm unless otherwise agreed by McCormack Plumbing & Heating Ltd
5. Annual System Water Test
5.1 We will complete a test to check the quality of system water and determine the appropriate treatment to ensure the system works at optimum efficiency, and the boiler is fully protected.
5.2 Results of the test may require additional work to be carried out on the boiler that may or may not be included depending on the plan that you are on.
6. Annual Carbon Monoxide Test
6.1 We will complete a test to check all carbon monoxide detectors in the property are working correctly once per year
6.2 If no carbon monoxide testers are present in the property we are able to fit for free
7. Priority Callouts
7.1 We will endeavour to attend all breakdowns within the timeframes below based on your plan:
Bronze Plan: Breakdowns reported before 6pm within 4 hours
Silver Plan: Breakdowns reported before 6pm within 3 hours
Gold Plan: Breakdowns reported before 6pm within 2 hours
7.2 In the event of a breakdown being reported on Saturdays, Sundays, Bank Holidays or after 6pm, we endeavour to attend the property within the timeframes below based on your plan:
Bronze Plan: Within 4 hours
Silver Plan: Within 3 hours
Gold Plan: Within 2 hours
7.3 The timeframes outlined above are subject to workload and availability
8. 24 Hour Emergency Callouts
8.1 We will endeavour to attend your property within 2 hours irrespective of the time of day
8.2 The timeframes outlined above are subject to workload and availability
9. Breakdown Labour
9.1 Customers have the right to discounted or free breakdown labour based on their plan as outlined below.
Silver Plan: 6 Callouts per year
Gold Plan: 8 Callouts per year
9.2. Where call outs are unlimited this is subject to fair use and adequate severity.
9.3. Depending on the level of cover selected, parts will be subject to the following terms:
- Basic Plan: Parts will be chargeable in full.
- Silver Plan: Parts will be discounted according to the terms specified in your plan.
- Gold Plan: Parts will be fully covered.
Please refer to your specific plan details for comprehensive information on coverage and discounts.
10. Out of Hours Boiler Service
10.1 Customers have access to booking boiler services outside standard trading hours giving access to evenings up until 7pm and weekends
10.2 The timeframes outlined above are subject to workload and availability
11. Exceptions
11.1 Any breakdown that is caused by sludge, scale or system deposits will not be covered - this will be confirmed by an independent water quality test if required (chargeable to customer if it fails)
11.2 Any breakdown that is a result of a problem with the water mains, electrical grid or gas main/meter. Including having no credit on a gas meter.
11.3 Pre-existing faults and defects in the design or installation of the system.
11.4 Any breakdowns caused by blocked drains backing up into the boiler.
11.5 Replacement of cosmetic parts such as boiler casings and covers
11.6 Faults caused due to the fabric of the building, for example, pipes in walls bursting due to subsidence
11.7 Any defects caused due to malicious actions, misuse or third party interference.
11.8 Any defect caused by; fire, flood, lightning, explosion, storm, frost, terrorism or the impact of any other extraneous cause.
11.9 We will not be held responsible for delays in the provision of parts from suppliers or delivery firms
11.10 Any costs for labour or materials needed to gain access to the boiler or central heating system.
11.11 Any costs for labour or materials needed for any pipework or wires buried within walls, ceilings, or underfloor.
11.12 Any costs for labour or materials needed for redecoration, restoration of walls, ceilings, fixtures, and fixings or replacement of floor coverings, once we finish.
12. Missing / Cancellations of Appointments
12.1 Customers that have arranged a breakdown callout or annual service are given an 1.5 hour slot, if the engineer attends and the customer is not available a rebooking amount of £60 is charged to re-attend.
12.2 Customers must give 24 hours notice to change an appointment date/time otherwise a rebooking fee will be charged
13. Use of Subcontractors
13.1 We reserve the right to use subcontractors to carry out any breakdowns or annual services. All subcontractors will be Gas Safe registered and vetted by us for suitability
14. Period, Renewal and Payment Contract
14.1 This contract is valid for a period of 1 year (12 months) from the date the first direct debit is collected
14.2 The contract will be automatically renewed into a monthly rolling contract unless instructed by the customer to cancel. The customer must give notice no later than 14 days before the renewal date
14.3 We reserve the right to cancel the renewal of any contract without giving a reason.
14.4 In the event of non-payment of the Direct Debit cover will be suspended until the account is brought up to date and no works will be carried out
14.5 The contract is cancelled if the customer misses 3 consecutive payments without
contacting after the initial 12 months period. Failure to make payments within the initial 12 month period will result in £30 administration fee on the account along with payment to get the account balance up to date
14.6 We reserve the right to cancel any policy at any time if a customer is found to have broken any terms in these conditions.
14.7 Customers have the right to cancel at anytime in writing with 14 days notice. Customers that cancel their cover will be charged the number of days they’ve been covered for plus a £30 administrative fee. If cancelled in the first 14 days they will receive a full refund of any moneys paid.
15. Certificates
15.1 All certificates will be held electronically by McCormack Plumbing & Heating Ltd
15.2 Customers can request copies of any certificate at any time via email without charge.
15.3 Customers can request a hard copy of any certificate subject to a printing and postage
charge of £5.
16. Cooling Off Period
16.1. Customers are entitled to a full refund within 14 days of signing the contract. Any breakdowns within this cooling-off period will be charged at the full amount in the event of cancellation.