How much does a heating installer earn?
Heating installers plan, install and maintain heating and hot-water systems – from gas and oil boilers and district heating to heat pumps and solar thermal systems. Gross pay depends on region, collective agreements, employer and specialisation. As a guide, qualified heating installers in Germany in 2026 often earn about €3,250–€3,850 gross per month; during apprenticeship around €990–€1,320 is typical.
Salary by region (gross/month)
Guide figures as of 2026. Actual pay depends on collective agreements, employer, region, experience and order situation and is not a guarantee.
Further training options
Job and everyday work
A heating installer works in plant rooms, homes and on construction sites: planning systems, fitting pipes and components, commissioning and maintenance. Everyday work includes customer coordination, occupational safety, measurement and control technology, and handling gas, water and electricity – often under deadline pressure and with emergency call-outs in the heating season.
- Install, expand and modernise heating and hot-water systems – from boilers and heat pumps to pipework and radiators or underfloor heating.
- Set up, inspect and service systems; diagnose faults, replace parts and document commissioning.
- Follow safety rules: handle gas, hot media and electricity safely; wear personal protective equipment.
- Coordinate with customers, site management and other trades; read plans and parts lists and plan materials.
- Service and emergency call-outs, seasonal peaks in winter and changing job sites are typical.
- Maintain tools and measuring devices, follow standards and manufacturer guidance, and meet quality standards.
