Plumber & Bathroom Fitterin Marlow
Plumbing, bathrooms and emergency repairs across Marlow and the SL7 area, from riverside period homes to the town's newer edges.
Same-day service guaranteed in Marlow · 320+ reviews from Checkatrade · 2-year guarantee
28 years' experience
Residential, commercial and industrial
320+ reviews
from Checkatrade
2-year guarantee
On all our workmanship
£10 million insured
Public and employer's liability
24/7 emergency call-outs
Same-day service guaranteed
Marlow
Plumbing and bathroom fitting in Marlow
CBS Plumbing and Heating covers Marlow regularly, from the town centre and High Street through to Marlow Bottom, Little Marlow and the riverside streets close to the Thames. It's a town we know well, and Mitchell and Bradley are a quick call away for anything from a dripping tap to a complete bathroom install.
Marlow sits just off the A404, with good links to the M40 and M4, which makes getting to jobs across the town and out to Marlow Bottom and Little Marlow straightforward. Same-day service is guaranteed, and genuine emergencies such as burst pipes or leaks are covered 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Planned work and bathroom projects are booked in during standard hours, 8am to 5pm.
Marlow has a distinctive mix of property types: handsome Georgian and Victorian houses around the High Street and West Street, riverside homes close to the Thames that can be more exposed to damp and ground movement, and more modern housing out in Marlow Bottom. Each brings different plumbing considerations, from original lead or iron pipework in the oldest buildings to compact bathroom layouts in more recently built homes.
We regularly deal with waste pipe repairs in the SL7 postcode area, along with leaking taps, running toilets and cylinder replacements. Limescale from the local hard water supply is a factor across the Thames Valley and Chilterns, and it can gradually affect taps, shower heads and heating components in Marlow homes over time. Bathroom refits are common in the town's period properties, where fitting modern fixtures into older-style rooms needs a careful approach.
Beyond Marlow itself, we also cover Marlow Bottom, Little Marlow, Bourne End and Cookham, and we're well placed to reach Maidenhead, High Wycombe and Beaconsfield too, so we can help with a second property or a family member's home nearby without any trouble.
Services in Marlow
What we do in Marlow.
Whether it's a leak near the river or a new bathroom on the High Street, here's how we help in Marlow.

Waste Pipe Repairs in Marlow
Leaking, cracked or slow waste pipes in Marlow repaired and re-run.
About waste pipe repairs
Bathroom Installation in Marlow
Full Marlow bathrooms designed, supplied and installed, with plumbing, tiling, electrics and decorating under one point of contact.
About bathroom installation
Emergency Plumbing in Marlow
Genuine 24/7 call-outs across Marlow for leaks, bursts and water where it shouldn't be.
About emergency plumbing
Bathroom Refits & Renovations in Marlow
Tired or leaking Marlow bathrooms stripped back and rebuilt properly, finished on the agreed schedule.
About bathroom refits & renovations
Shower Installation in Marlow
New showers, trays and pipework fitted in Marlow homes to run well and stay watertight.
About shower installation
Plumbing in Marlow
Taps, toilets, pipework and leaks across Marlow, fixed neatly and explained clearly.
About plumbing
Burst Pipe & Leak Repairs in Marlow
Water stopped, damage limited and pipework repaired in Marlow, day or night.
About burst pipe & leak repairs
Heating Repairs in Marlow
Heating controls, thermostats, pumps and burst heating pipes repaired in Marlow homes.
About heating repairs
Hot Water Cylinder Replacement in Marlow
Failing or leaking hot water cylinders in Marlow removed and replaced.
About hot water cylinder replacementWhy CBS
Why choose us in Marlow.
- 28 years' plumbing and heating experience across commercial, industrial and residential work, with regular jobs in Marlow and the surrounding SL7 area.
- Bathroom installation is our main specialism: around 25 full installs a year plus 2–3 refits a month, all designed, supplied and installed with one point of contact.
- 320+ reviews from Checkatrade, including feedback describing a waste pipe repair in SL7 as "fast, reliable and friendly".
- £10 million public liability and £10 million employer's liability cover, backed by a 2-year workmanship guarantee.
- Mitchell manages the plumbing side personally and brings in trusted subcontracted tilers, electricians, plasterers and decorators for full bathroom projects, so you deal with one person throughout.
- See all our services
Local knowledge
Plumbing issues we see in Marlow
Marlow's mix of riverside houses, period properties and more modern homes in Marlow Bottom means we see a broad range of plumbing issues across the town.
Riverside dampness and ground movement
Homes close to the Thames in Marlow can be more exposed to damp conditions and, in some cases, minor ground movement affecting older pipework and waste runs. This doesn't always cause an obvious problem straight away, but it can gradually loosen joints or affect the fall on waste pipes, leading to slow drainage or the odd damp patch that's worth investigating early.
Limescale from the local hard water supply
Like much of the Thames Valley and Chilterns, Marlow's water supply is hard, which means limescale gradually builds up in taps, shower heads, pipework and hot water cylinders. It's a slow process, but it can reduce flow and shorten the working life of fittings, so a drop in pressure or a noisier cylinder is often worth a look before it becomes a bigger job.
Ageing pipework in Georgian and Victorian houses
Marlow's period homes around the High Street and West Street often have pipework that's been added to and altered over many decades. This can mean a mix of materials and ages behind walls, so tracing the source of a leak or low pressure sometimes takes more investigation than a straightforward like-for-like repair.
Waste pipe repairs in SL7 properties
We regularly repair waste pipes across the SL7 postcode, covering issues like cracked or leaking pipework under sinks, slow-draining baths, and blocked runs causing bad smells. These come up in both older and newer Marlow homes, and one customer described a recent SL7 waste pipe repair as fast, reliable and friendly.
Winter freezing in exposed pipework
Marlow's colder spells can freeze pipework in unheated garages, lofts and outbuildings, particularly in older properties with limited insulation. A frozen pipe that thaws can split and cause a sudden leak, which is a common reason for genuine emergency call-outs during winter.
Bathroom layouts in period and compact homes
Fitting a modern bathroom into the smaller or oddly shaped rooms found in some of Marlow's older houses takes careful planning around existing waste positions and structural walls. We measure up and agree the design before quoting, so the finished layout works properly rather than being a compromise.
Our process
How a Marlow job runs.
- Step 1
Call or enquire
Ring Mitchell on 07810 646762 or send an enquiry. Tell him what's happening and he'll tell you straight away whether it's an emergency or a planned job.
- Step 2
Visit and diagnosis
Mitchell comes out, finds the cause and explains it in plain English. Call-outs are £85 inc VAT, plus £85 inc VAT for the first hour of work.
- Step 3
Clear quote
You're told what needs doing and what it costs before work starts. Larger jobs are booked in with a 5% deposit.
- Step 4
The work
Mitchell and his apprentice Bradley carry out the work, bringing in trusted tilers, plasterers and electricians where a job needs them. Larger jobs are paid daily as they progress.
- Step 5
Test and guarantee
Everything is tested for leaks and correct operation before we leave, the area is cleaned up, and the work is backed by our 2-year guarantee.
Getting started
Getting started in Marlow.
Getting started in Marlow is simple. Call Mitchell on 07810 646762, email completebathroomsolutions@live.co.uk or send an enquiry. Tell him what's happening, whether it's a leak that needs stopping today or a full bathroom you're planning for next month.
For repairs, Mitchell comes out, finds the cause and tells you the fix and the price before he starts. For bathrooms, he visits your Marlow home, measures up and talks through layout, products and budget, then gives you a clear written quote.
When you're happy, a 5% deposit books the work in, with daily payments as it progresses. Everything is tested before we leave and backed by our 2-year guarantee.
As well as Marlow, we work regularly in Maidenhead, High Wycombe, Beaconsfield, Reading, so if you have family or a second property nearby, we can help there too.
Good to know
Marlow questions, answered.
Can't see your question? Call Mitchell on 07810 646762 or send an enquiry.
Also near Marlow
Do you cover Marlow?
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Yes. Marlow is one of the areas we cover regularly, alongside Reading, High Wycombe, Maidenhead, Beaconsfield, Wokingham, Henley-on-Thames, Bracknell, Chalfont St Giles.
How fast can you get to Marlow?
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We guarantee same-day service, and emergency call-outs in Marlow run 24/7. Call 07810 646762 and Mitchell will give you an arrival time on the phone.
How much does a plumber cost in Marlow?
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Our call-out is £85 including VAT, plus £85 including VAT for the first hour of work. Larger jobs are quoted in full first, booked with a 5% deposit and paid daily.
Do you offer emergency plumbing in Marlow?
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Yes, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Standard working hours are 8am to 5pm.
Is the work guaranteed and insured?
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Yes. Our workmanship is guaranteed for 2 years, and we hold £10 million public liability and £10 million employer's liability insurance.
Do you install bathrooms in Marlow's older riverside properties?
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Yes. We regularly design and install bathrooms in period homes near the river and around the High Street, working carefully around existing pipework and structural quirks.
Is access or parking difficult for jobs in central Marlow?
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Marlow's High Street and surrounding streets can be busy, so we plan van access and delivery timing in advance for larger jobs like bathroom installs.
Do you cover Marlow Bottom and Little Marlow as well as the town centre?
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Yes, Marlow Bottom, Little Marlow, Bourne End and Cookham are all part of our regular coverage alongside Marlow town centre.
Can you repair waste pipes in SL7 postcodes specifically?
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Yes, waste pipe repair is a job we do regularly across the SL7 area, from cracked pipework to slow or blocked drains.
How does the quote process work for a Marlow bathroom refit?
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Mitchell visits your home, measures up and discusses layout, products and budget, then provides a clear written quote before any work or deposit is agreed.
Looking for a plumber or bathroom fitter in Marlow?
Call Mitchell to talk through your leak, repair or bathroom project, whether you need someone today or you're planning ahead.
Next step
Get it fixed properly,
without the wait.
Tell us what you need and Mitchell will get back to you quickly. Same-day service guaranteed, clear prices before we start, and a 2-year guarantee on our work.
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