Has your gas cooker stopped working and you need someone to repair it? We’ve put together a guide on how to find the best reputable gas cooker engineers that are local to you.
How to find local gas cooker repairs near me
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Your questions answered about gas cooker repair experts near me
Who can repair my gas cooker for me?
A gas cooker engineer can install, service, repair, and maintain gas appliances. Your gas cooker repairer must be Gas Safe registered, which is a legal requirement.
All Gas Safe Registered engineers will carry an ID card displaying their unique 7-digit number.
How do I know if my gas cooker is broken and needs repairing?
Here are some of the reasons why you may call upon a gas cooker engineer to repair your cooker for you:
- Gas cooker won’t ignite
- The burner has stopped working
- Strange noises
- Longer preheating
- Uneven heating or temperature
Should I get my gas cooker serviced?
Yes, most manufacturers suggest you get a gas appliance serviced annually by a gas cooker engineer.
How much do gas cooker engineers charge?
The average gas engineer hourly rate is £50 - £60.
Here are some average gas oven repair costs:
| Type of repair | Timescale | Average cost |
|---|---|---|
| Electric fan oven – supply and fit new element | 1 hour | £80-£170 |
| Electric fan oven – supply and fit new thermostat | 1 hour | £50 - £150 |
| Electric fan oven - supply and fit new fan | 1 hour | £75 - £130 |
| Electric oven - supply and fit new oven bulb | 10 min | £30 - £50 |
| Gas oven repair | 1 hour | £100 - £300 |
| Gas oven repair - supply and fit new thermocouple | 1 hour | £80 - £170 |
| Gas oven repair - supply & fit new burner | 1 hour | £120 - £190 |
| Gas hob repair - supply & fit new flame head and burner cap | 1 hour | £120 |
Last updated: January 2025
Questions to ask gas cooker repairers near me
Are you on the Gas Safe Register?
This is the most important question to ask when hiring a gas cooker repairer near you. If a gas cooker installer cannot provide ID proving they are Gas Safe Registered, do not allow them to work at your property.
Can you provide references?
Ask your gas cooker repair engineer where you can find examples of their previous work and if they have customer testimonials that they can provide you with.
Do you have insurance?
Gas cooker engineers should have all of the right insurance in place in order to protect themselves and you.
How do I find the best gas cooker repairers near me
Follow our method of finding the best gas cooker repairers local to you.
1. Search a professional trade directory
Here at Checkatrade, our leading directory is the go-to resource for hiring tradespeople and suppliers. You’ll only find professionals who meet our high standard and pass our checks on Checkatrade. On average our trades score 9 out of 10 on everything from reliability to tidiness.
We’re so confident in the quality of the trades on Checkatrade that if you book through us, we guarantee their work up to £1,000. Guaranteed for 12 months – Eligibility criteria and T&Cs apply.
Contact or pay a trade through Checkatrade and you’re covered by our 12-month guarantee of up to £1,000*
2. Read reviews
Checking online reviews is a great way of getting a full overview of the service a tradesperson or company offers.
We check the reviews on Checkatrade are from real people, and that trades meet our high standards.
3. Ask for recommendations
Word of mouth is one of the most powerful tools when it comes to hiring a tradesperson or service. Have friends or family had their gas cooker repaired near you? If you’re given any recommendations, don’t forget to cross-check them on Checkatrade!
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