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Photo by L J Plumbing & Heating Services Ltd on June 04, 2026.
Photo by L J Plumbing & Heating Services Ltd on June 04, 2026.
Photo by L J Plumbing & Heating Services Ltd on June 04, 2026.
Photo by L J Plumbing & Heating Services Ltd on June 04, 2026.
Photo by L J Plumbing & Heating Services Ltd on June 04, 2026.
Photo by L J Plumbing & Heating Services Ltd on June 04, 2026.
Photo by L J Plumbing & Heating Services Ltd on June 04, 2026.
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Posted On: June 5th 2026, 06:58 am
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Some news that we’re incredibly proud to finally share.

L J Plumbing & Heating Services has officially acquired @smh_gas_specialist as Steve prepares to retire after an incredible 50 years in the industry.

SMH has been a trusted name across Banbury and the surrounding area for decades, building a loyal customer base through honest advice, quality workmanship and outstanding customer service. As Steve begins a well-earned retirement, we are honoured to be entrusted with carrying that reputation forward.

For us, this is more than a business acquisition. It’s an opportunity to strengthen what we already do and continue investing in the service we provide to our customers.

By bringing SMH into the L J Plumbing & Heating family, we can offer customers access to a larger team, a wider range of services, increased capacity and the support of a growing business, whilst maintaining the personal service and attention to detail that both companies are known for.

Most importantly, this transition ensures continuity for existing SMH customers. Existing guarantees remain honoured, familiar faces remain involved, and the trusted service customers have come to expect will continue.

We’re also pleased to confirm that Mark will continue working with the business following Steve’s retirement. His knowledge, experience and relationships built over decades are invaluable, and we’re looking forward to welcoming him as part of the L J Plumbing & Heating team as we continue to grow.

Finally, we would like to thank Steve for an incredible contribution to the industry. Fifty years in the trade is a remarkable achievement and one that deserves huge respect.

We’re excited for what comes next and look forward to continuing to serve both existing and new customers across the region.

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Comments (52)
lj_plumbheat 5 months ago

lj_plumbheat

Thank you everyone for your support, encouragement and love for my team, and @smh_gas_specialist - very honoured to have this opportunity.

runsheet.tech 5 months ago

runsheet.tech

Hi..what are you currently using for scheduling?

lazza20_ 5 months ago

lazza20_

What a result. Couldn't be more proud of my boy @lukey_j87 @lj_plumbheat for what he has achieved. Thanks to @smh_gas_specialist for supporting and making this happen. Best wishes to Steve for his retirement. My 'retirement' is now looking less likely😂

wiseowlaccountants 5 months ago

wiseowlaccountants

Fantastic! Congratulations and best of luck⭐️🙏

flowstate.ltd 5 months ago

flowstate.ltd

All Ok. 💪🏻

diamond.heating 5 months ago

diamond.heating

Congratulations on the 50 years huge achievement 🙌 best of luck moving forward

jrdheating 5 months ago

jrdheating

This is amazing! Congratulations! The goats of the industry 🔥🔥🔥

derekhettenbach 5 months ago

derekhettenbach

Well done!

liannejoshyjohnson 5 months ago

liannejoshyjohnson

Congratulations to LJ plumbing on your next chapter, hard work pays off! And wishing Steve all the best for his well deserved retirement!

the_gas_chick 5 months ago

the_gas_chick

I’m ready for the @smh_gas_specialist mark teaching apprentices content to come 🙌

kev_the_plumbing_tutor_ 5 months ago

kev_the_plumbing_tutor_

Amazing guy is Steve , I was his apprentice back in 1974 , have many happy memories taught me so much .

agascoigne1 5 months ago

agascoigne1

Well done 👏🏼 good luck! X

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