Are you looking for gas fire installation services near you to fit your gas fire safely?
Use Checkatrade’s free directory below to find Gas Safe registered engineers quickly. You can also tick off all the essential information – from approximate costs to hiring advice.
How to find gas fire installation companies near me
Look through our approved tradespeople by searching your postcode in the box below.
You’ll be able to see your Checkatrade-approved and qualified gas fire installers near you.
Short on time? You can request a quote and let our members contact you!
Who can install a gas fire?
Only Gas Safe registered engineers can install gas fireplaces. The same rules apply to removing a gas fire or an annual service.
You mustn’t ever install or remove a gas fire yourself to cut costs. Due to the risks of gas leaks and carbon monoxide poisoning, this must be done by a professional.
You can check if your gas fire installer is registered by simply asking to see their Gas Safe ID card.
Want to find out more about how to tell if your gas fireplace service provider is working legally?
Check the tradesperson’s qualifications with our Checkatrade directory. You’ll only find trades on Checkatrade that pass our strict checks – and have our trusted tick of approval.
On Checkatrade, you'll only find trades who meet our high standards and pass up to 12 checks.
How much does it cost to fit a gas fire?
The average cost for a trade to supply and install a gas fireplace is £750.
Annual servicing on the other hand will cost around £85.
You can explore the maintenance costs in our gas fire service cost guide. For a more in-depth look at all the costs, take a look at our gas fire installation cost guide.
Top tip – If you don’t have a chimney, why not consider a ventless gas fireplace? Our cost guide to ventless gas fireplaces provides all the essential details.
How long does it take to fit a gas fire?
This depends on the type of gas fire you’re installing. Here are a few examples:
- New gas fire in an existing fireplace – If your existing fireplace is compatible with the new gas fire, it will be approximately three to six hours
- Vent-free gas fires – Typically quicker to fit as you don’t require a chimney or flue. So, it will be approximately two to four hours
- A gas fire without an existing fireplace – This is a bigger job and takes approximately one to two days. Your gas engineer will be running a new gas line, potentially constructing a new fireplace or opening and installing proper venting
What type of gas fire is most efficient?
With household energy costs at an all-time high, this is a smart question to ask.
Generally speaking, ventless gas fireplaces are the most efficient.
The reason being:
- Running costs are lower as they emit the highest amount of heat
- Heated air is recirculated around the room and back into the fireplace to keep things toasty
- In contrast, heat is lost more easily in traditional open-fronted gas fires that require a flue, vent or chimney
It’s worth remembering that ventless gas fireplaces are more expensive to buy than traditional open-fronted gas fires. However, the installation costs are low because there is no need for a flue, vent or chimney.
Why not find out more in our ventless gas fireplace cost guide?
Top tip – The ongoing maintenance of your gas fire is just as important to its efficiency.
Ask your gas fire installer if they provide an annual service. Our gas fire service cost guide provides a full rundown of costs.
Ready to find gas fire installation specialists near you?
Follow these three simple steps to find and hire the best gas fire fitters near you:
- Use a professional directory
Make life easy by searching with a professional directory (like Checkatrade!)
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.
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- Read online reviews
There’s no better testament to a tradesperson’s professionalism than a previous customer’s review.
At Checkatrade, we check all online reviews to ensure they’re from real people and that trades meet our high standards.
- Compare quotes
Getting at least three quotes from reputable professionals is always wise. That way, you can be sure you’re getting the best tradesperson and price for the job.