Business Details
19 Years
experience
Expert Plumbing, Heating & Roofing Services in the Highlands & Islands
Established in 2007 and incorporated in 2014, Firth Plumbing & Heating has built a reputation for excellence through client recommendations. Our directors, Kevin Forbes (Plumbing Director) and Stephen MacLean (Roofing Director), bring over 35 years of combined experience in their respective trades. Specialising in traditional roofing and heritage projects, we adhere to Lead Sheet Association standards and hold SNIPEF and OFTEC registrations. We serve the Highlands and Islands of Scotland, offering tailored solutions for both modern and historic properties. Our commitment to quality craftsmanship extends to plumbing, heating, and roofing services, including emergency repairs and installations.With office hours from 8am to 4:30pm Monday to Thursday and 8am to 2:30pm on Fridays, we prioritise personal customer service. Our portfolio includes work on prestigious sites such as Eilean Donan Castle and Falcons Cliff. We maintain rigorous quality assurance through industry accreditations and partnerships with suppliers like TATA Colorcoat Urban. Our team approaches every project, whether large-scale renovations or minor repairs, with the same dedication to precision and client satisfaction. Operating within 100 miles of Inverness, we combine local expertise with national standards to deliver reliable, high-quality services.
Services
Plumbing Services
Heating Systems
Roofing Repairs
Heritage Projects
Emergency Repairs
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- Directors with over 35 years combined experience in plumbing and roofing
- SNIPEF and OFTEC registered for industry-standard compliance
- Specialists in heritage and traditional roofing projects
- Tailored service for both domestic and commercial clients
- Operate within 100 miles of Inverness with flexible service areas
Associations and certifications
- SNIPEF
- OFTEC
- Lead Sheet Association (LSA)
- TATA Colorcoat Urban
Services
Plumbing Services
We offer comprehensive plumbing solutions including bathroom installations, radiator repairs, gutter maintenance, and complete system installations. Our SNIPEF-registered team handles both domestic and commercial projects with precision. From minor repairs to full-scale renovations, we ensure compliance with current standards while maintaining minimal disruption to clients.
Roofing Services
Specialising in traditional lead work and heritage roofing, we deliver solutions for historic buildings and modern properties. Our services include TATA Colorcoat Urban installations, slating, and bespoke metalwork. Adhering to Lead Sheet Association standards, we restore and maintain roofs on castles, estates, and listed buildings across Scotland.
Heating Systems
We provide oil boiler servicing, underfloor heating installations, and complete central heating systems. OFTEC-registered engineers ensure safe, efficient heating solutions for residential and commercial clients. Our expertise extends to renewable energy integration and emergency heating repairs in remote locations.
Heritage Projects
Our team specialises in preserving architectural integrity through traditional techniques. We've completed work on iconic sites like Eilean Donan Castle, handling lead valleys, stone slating, and period-specific gutter systems. This includes both conservation and sympathetic modernisation of listed buildings and estates.
Emergency Repairs
We address critical plumbing and roofing issues outside standard hours. This includes burst pipe repairs, emergency gutter clearance, and roof leak containment. While our office handles non-emergencies during business hours, we provide contact options for urgent situations requiring immediate attention.
People
Kevin Forbes
Plumbing Director
With over 35 years in the trade, Kevin oversees all plumbing operations. He ensures compliance with SNIPEF standards and manages complex installations and repairs across diverse properties.
Stephen MacLean
Roofing Director
Stephen leads roofing projects with specialist knowledge of heritage techniques. His expertise in Lead Sheet Association standards ensures quality on both traditional and modern roofing systems.
Questions
What services do you offer?
We provide plumbing, heating, and roofing services including heritage project specialism, emergency repairs, and installations for domestic and commercial clients.
Are you accredited for these services?
Yes, we are SNIPEF and OFTEC registered, and follow Lead Sheet Association standards for roofing work.
Which areas do you cover?
We operate throughout the Highlands and Islands of Scotland, with a 100-mile radius from Inverness as our primary service area.
What types of projects do you handle?
We work on new builds, repairs, refurbishments, and major renovations for both modern buildings and heritage sites including castles and listed properties.
Do you offer emergency services?
We provide contact options for urgent repairs outside standard hours, though our main office handles non-emergencies during business hours.
