Who Does the Gas Connection for a Kitchen?
Gas connections in a kitchen must be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer. This includes connecting a gas cooker or hob, extending or relocating a gas supply, and any work on the gas supply infrastructure.
What Gas Work Is Needed in a Kitchen
Kitchen gas work typically involves connecting a gas hob or range cooker to the gas supply, and sometimes relocating the gas supply point if the cooker position is changing. Any work involving the gas pipework or connections must be done by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
Kitchen Fitters and Gas
Most kitchen fitters are not Gas Safe registered and cannot legally connect gas appliances. Your kitchen fitter will typically position the gas cooker or hob but leave the final gas connection to a Gas Safe engineer who visits after the unit installation is complete.
Booking a Gas Safe Engineer
- Book your Gas Safe engineer before your installation date — they may need to visit twice (first fix and connection)
- Ensure the engineer knows what appliance is being connected and where the supply point is
- Request a certificate on completion of the gas connection
Typical Sequence for a Gas Appliance
| Stage | Who | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| First fix | Gas Safe engineer | Supply pipe run or relocated to the new position |
| Installation | Kitchen fitter | Hob or cooker positioned in the housing |
| Connection | Gas Safe engineer | Final connection, leak test, certificate issued |
What If You're Switching From Electric to Gas (or Vice Versa)?
Changing fuel type for your cooker is more involved than a like-for-like swap — it may mean running an entirely new gas supply or, in the other direction, capping off an existing one and adding a dedicated electrical circuit. Flag this at survey stage so it's accounted for in your installation schedule and price.
Can You Use the Same Gas Safe Engineer as Your Plumber?
Only if they hold a current Gas Safe registration in addition to their plumbing qualifications — not all plumbers do. Always check the Gas Safe register directly rather than assuming a general plumber is qualified for gas work.
Related Questions
Only if they are Gas Safe registered. Most kitchen fitters are not Gas Safe registered and cannot legally connect gas appliances.
Gas Safe engineers typically charge £80–£200 for connecting a gas hob or cooker, depending on complexity and whether the supply point needs moving.
Yes. A Gas Safe registered engineer must provide a certificate on completion of the gas connection work. Keep this for your records and for any future property sale.
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