Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Plumbing & Heating Services in Blyth
Established in 1919, R Kirkland has grown from a local family business into one of the North East's leading mechanical services contractors. Our expertise spans gas, plumbing, heating, and maintenance installations across commercial, industrial, and public sector projects valued up to 2 million. With over 25 directly employed operatives and office staff, we maintain 'Preferred Contractor' status with major housing associations, local authorities, and hospital trusts through our commitment to quality, safety, and timely delivery.Our team combines century-long heritage with modern technical capabilities, including WRAS-approved engineers and specialists in boosted water systems, LPG installations, and district heating solutions. We operate from our original Bridge Street premises in Blyth, serving clients across schools, factories, leisure centres, and healthcare facilities while maintaining the same dedication to excellence that earned our reputation since the early 20th century.
Services
Gas Installations
Plumbing Systems
Heating Solutions
Servicing Packages
Maintenance Contracts
Details
- Year established: 1919
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of experience in mechanical services since 1919
- Our team holds 'Preferred Contractor' status with major housing associations
- We employ WRAS-approved engineers and specialists in boosted water systems
- We deliver projects up to 2 million value across diverse sectors
- Our family-run business maintains century-old commitment to quality
What people say
Professionalism precedes them
Quality of their work
Preferred contractor status
Century-long heritage
WRAS-certified engineers
Services
Gas Installations
We provide comprehensive gas installation, testing, and commissioning services for domestic and commercial properties. Our qualified engineers handle everything from simple inspections to complex 12-inch steel gas mains in industrial settings. Specialising in LPG installations, landlords' gas safety certificates, and commercial gas pipework, our team ensures safe and efficient solutions for all gas-related requirements.
Plumbing Systems
Our plumbing installations cover domestic, commercial, and residential sectors from single WC installations to complete school or hotel packages. We specialise in full sanitary installations, above-ground drainage systems, DOC M compliant facilities, and sports facility changing areas. Our expertise extends to specialist sanitary installations and comprehensive plumbing solutions for diverse building types.
Heating Solutions
We deliver heating installations ranging from single radiators to complete boiler plant systems serving large industrial facilities. Our capabilities include installations for 24kW to 1MW boilers across churches, schools, and factories. We specialise in mechanical services for public sector buildings, housing associations, and commercial properties, ensuring efficient and reliable heating solutions tailored to specific requirements.
Servicing Packages
Our planned preventative maintenance packages ensure optimal performance of mechanical systems through regular servicing. We offer tailored programmes for industrial, commercial, and domestic installations including boiler maintenance, gas safety inspections, and emergency reactive services. Our dedicated engineers provide out-of-hours support to minimise downtime and maintain system efficiency across the North East region.
Hot & Cold Water
We design and install complete hot and cold water systems for various sectors including care facilities, schools, and hospitals. Our WRAS-approved engineers handle boosted water systems, plant room installations, and specialist requirements like science lab water systems. From single pipe installations to comprehensive water distribution networks, we ensure reliable and compliant solutions for all water management needs.
People
Chris McGlen
Director
Chris McGlen co-leads the family-run business with over 30 years' experience in mechanical services. He specialises in strategic project management and client relationship development, maintaining the company's century-old commitment to quality while driving modern operational efficiencies.
Paul McGlen
Director
Paul McGlen directs day-to-day operations with expertise in technical delivery and workforce management. Having joined the business in 1995, he ensures adherence to industry standards while overseeing complex installations across diverse sectors including education and healthcare facilities.
Richard Cole
Contracts Manager
Richard Cole manages project execution with focus on timely delivery and budget compliance. His 20+ years' experience in mechanical contracting ensures seamless coordination between clients, subcontractors, and internal teams for both new build and refurbishment projects.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We operate across the North East of England, working with clients in Blyth, Newcastle, Sunderland, Durham, and surrounding counties.
What sectors do you specialise in?
We specialise in public sector buildings, schools, housing associations, commercial properties, and industrial facilities across the region.
Do you offer emergency services?
Yes, we provide out-of-hours reactive maintenance and servicing for urgent mechanical system requirements.
Are your engineers certified?
Our team includes WRAS-approved engineers and specialists with qualifications in gas, plumbing, and heating systems.
How can I request a project update?
Complete our online form or contact our Blyth office directly on 01670 352196 for project status information.
