Burglars stole a boiler and other flue accessories from a home in Exhall earlier this week.
The theft took place in Longford Road on November 25th. A police representative told the BBC that the boiler was removed from the wall, while associated pipes were also taken away.
This crime has been condemned by the local neighbourhood watch co-ordinator Lynne Price.
Ms Price explained to the news provider: "It's the first I've ever come across an occupied dwelling having it done, empty properties yes but not an occupied dwelling."
She added that the incident appalled her and urged other people to monitor homes in their street.
Andrew Kibble from the Health Protection Agency recently told the Worcester News that people should have their boilers checked by a registered engineer this winter.
These checks are essential in reducing the likelihood of carbon monoxide poisoning, a disease that can cause collapse or even death.