Is British Gas HomeCare Worth It in 2026?
If you’re paying for British Gas HomeCare (or thinking about renewing), this guide helps you decide if it’s still good value — and what to do next if it isn’t.
- Local Gas Safe engineers
- Surrey & Hampshire cover
- From £8.99/month boiler & controls
- Switching help available
British Gas HomeCare can be worth it if you value a national provider and want to spread costs — but many homeowners now find better value from local engineer-led cover, especially if prices have risen at renewal.
Pros and cons of British Gas HomeCare
- National brand with multiple cover tiers
- Budgeting via monthly payment
- Can suit some higher-risk systems
- Costs rising at renewal
- Availability varies during winter peaks
- Less continuity (different engineers/teams)
Cost vs value: what matters most
“Worth it” depends on your risk tolerance and how quickly you need help when something breaks. If you’ve had price increases or you’re paying for cover you rarely use, it’s sensible to compare alternatives.
Some local plans start from £8.99/month for boiler & controls cover. If you mainly want boiler protection (not plumbing/electrics), that price point can be a strong benchmark when comparing.
British Gas HomeCare vs local engineer-led cover
This is a general comparison to help homeowners understand the difference in operating models. “British Gas” and “HomeCare” are trademarks of their respective owners.
| Factor | British Gas HomeCare (typical) | Local engineer-led cover (Embassy Gas) |
|---|---|---|
| Who attends | Allocated via national scheduling | Local in-house Gas Safe engineers |
| Continuity | Team/engineer can vary | More consistent local support |
| Response reality | Can vary during high demand | Local priority where possible |
| Best for | Customers who prefer a national provider | Customers who want consistency & accountability |
Compare our breakdown cover plans
Pick the level of protection that fits your home — then upgrade anytime if you need more cover.
Boilercare
- Priority call-out
- Annual Boiler Service
- Replacement Boiler (T&Cs Apply)
- Boiler & controls
- Central heating
- Gas supply
- Plumbing pipework
- Taps & toilets
- Electrics
Systemcare
- Priority call-out
- Annual Boiler Service
- Replacement Boiler (T&Cs Apply)
- Boiler & controls
- Central heating
- Gas supply
- Plumbing pipework
- Taps & toilets
- Electrics
Boilercare Plus
- Priority call-out
- Annual Boiler Service
- Replacement Boiler (T&Cs Apply)
- Boiler & controls
- Central heating
- Gas supply
- Plumbing pipework
- Taps & toilets
- Electrics
Totalcare
- Priority call-out
- Annual Boiler Service
- Replacement Boiler (T&Cs Apply)
- Boiler & controls
- Central heating
- Gas supply
- Plumbing pipework
- Taps & toilets
- Electrics
Compare all plans
See exactly what each tier covers.
| Coverage | Boilercare£8.99/mo |
Systemcare£12.99/mo |
Boilercare Plus£16.99/mo |
Totalcare£22.99/mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boiler & controls | ✔ Included | — | ✔ Included | ✔ Included |
| Central heating | — | ✔ Included | ✔ Included | ✔ Included |
| Gas supply | — | ✔ Included | ✔ Included | ✔ Included |
| Plumbing pipework | — | — | — | ✔ Included |
| Taps & toilets | — | — | — | ✔ Included |
| Electrics | — | — | — | ✔ Included |
| Monthly price | £8.99 | £12.99 | £16.99 | £22.99 |