What a Gas Safety Check Covers
A gas safety check examines appliances, pipework and ventilation against the current safety standards, and understanding what's included helps you know what to expect from the visit..
A gas safety check examines appliances, pipework and ventilation against the current safety standards, and understanding what's included helps you know what to expect from the visit.
Appliance checks
Each gas appliance is inspected for correct operation, safe ventilation, and satisfactory flue performance where applicable.
Pipework and connections
Gas pipework is checked for soundness, including a tightness test to confirm there are no leaks along the supply.
Ventilation and flueing
Rooms containing gas appliances need adequate ventilation, and flues need to be clear and terminating safely, both checked as part of the visit.
What's typically covered
- Each gas appliance's safe operation
- Pipework tightness and condition
- Ventilation adequacy for the appliances present
- Flue condition and safe termination
Who does the work
- Gas Safe registered engineers — registration 554328
- Worcester Bosch accredited installer
- John The Plumb Ltd, company registration 10026483
Book a gas safety check
Tell us how many gas appliances are on the property and we'll arrange a proper safety check.
Questions we get asked
Who needs a gas safety check?
Landlords are required to have one carried out annually on rented properties; homeowners can request one at any time for peace of mind.
What happens if a fault is found?
It's recorded on the certificate, and depending on severity, the appliance may need to be isolated until repaired.
How long does a safety check take?
It depends on the number of appliances, but a typical domestic check takes a reasonable portion of an hour per appliance.