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Gas fires provide a very convenient solution when it comes to heating your home in the winter months. But as with any gas appliance, connecting and commissioning a fire requires an expert, accredited tradesperson.
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Gas fires give you the best of both – more authentic than an electric fire, and quicker to use than an open stove or wood-burning fire. They also provide full control over how much heat your fire pumps out.
They’re also easy to maintain, and installation is usually straightforward thanks to the versatility of most modern units. You don’t necessarily need a chimney for a gas fire, but if you do have one a new unit can usually be fitted to an existing flue.
High-efficiency gas fires are open or glass-fronted and use a flue to send emissions out of your living room safely, while flueless models are designed to work without the need for a chimney. Depending on the type of fire you’re installing, the process will be slightly different. But at its most basic, gas fire installation follows a familiar set of steps.
If an existing gas fire (or an electric or wood-burning stove) is present, that’ll need to be removed. Depending on your decorative requirements, you may then need to “make good” (repair any damage caused by removing the old unit). You can then have the new fire unit (as well as the hearth and surround if you’re also replacing those) installed – always by a Gas Safe-registered professional.
That last point is key – the complicated and potentially dangerous nature of installing any gas appliance means you must work with a Gas Safe-accredited professional, even if you plan to do some of the work yourself.
Cost of gas fire installation
You’ll probably be charged a day rate according to the amount of work involved in your gas fire installation. Fees for typical jobs range from:
- £50-£150 to connect and commission a gas fire.
- £150-£300 to remove an old gas fire and install a new unit.
- £80-£150 for an annual gas fire service.
How to install a new gas fire
If your home has a chimney, you’ll need to make sure your flue is suitable for a gas fire. This is one of the many reasons for using an experienced, trustworthy professional on this job. They’ll be able to tell you whether the flue is suitable, or if it needs to be relined. Of course, if you’re opting for a flueless fire, or if you’re going to install an external flue, you can skip this step.
Before you begin considering which type of gas fire you might fit, you’ll need to measure your room. This is for a number of reasons. Firstly, there’s a minimum size below which it’s not safe to install a gas fire. The size of the room will also determine where, what size and how many air vents are required. And finally, those dimensions will influence the tolerable maximum and minimum gas pressure of your fire.
Provided your room is big enough and it’s safe to fit a gas fireplace, start by installing air vents. As mentioned above, the size and position of your vents will depend on the room you’re fitting the appliance in. Some high-efficiency gas fires (those using an existing or newly installed flue) might not need air vents, but your heating engineer will be able to advise on this after running the necessary tests. When it comes to air vents, you’ll need a dedicated model designed for use with a gas fire. Opt for a high-quality vent that has an outer cowl. A cheap vent will usually leave you susceptible to drafts.
With your vents sorted, it’s time to decide where your gas fire will go. If you already have a chimney, the answer is going to be fairly obvious. But if you’re newly installing a gas fire, you’ll have a bit more freedom. An external wall, both for the evacuation of gas and a sturdy mount, is usually going to be your best option. After securing the appliance with the supplied wall bracket, a gas line can be run to the inlet point on the fire and connected up. Complete the assembly of the gas fire unit by attaching any fascia or other finishing elements that come with your chosen model.
It’s now time to light the fire and test the emissions to ensure it is operating as required. This is a meticulous task, and if the fire does not meet the exact specification that is stated in the installation guide, your fire must be disconnected from the gas supply and either fixed or replaced.
Types of gas fire
There are a wide range of gas fire types, and the model you choose will probably depend on your home and whether it has a chimney. The four main variations of gas fire are:
- High-efficiency (HE) open-front fires – these models are the most common type of gas fire. They have the look and feel of an open stove fire and offer around 75% heating efficiency. As well as convected radiating heat from the fire unit, their pebble or coal fuel-effect stones transmit heat around your room too.
- Glass-front HE and outset HE fires – similar in operation to a standard HE fire, these units are glass fronted to help the spent gas travel in the intended direction out of your room. That also means they are more efficient (up to 89%), and they radiate heat to a larger area. The outset variant can sit on a hearth in front of a wall or chimney, rather than being set inside it.
- Balanced-flue HE gas fires – the simplest choice for those who want a gas fire but don’t have a chimney or flue. This glass-fronted gas fire has its own flue pipe, which vents through an external wall. This style of gas fire is particularly efficient, and usually fairly compact too – making installation straightforward.
- Flueless gas fires – another solution for homes without a chimney or flue, these fires are clean burning, and feature a catalytic converter. This removes the nasty stuff from gas emissions and releases safe air back into the room. Most flueless gas fires are also fitted with Oxygen Depletion Sensors for safety, which turns the fire off if the air quality drops below a certain level.
Gas fires can also be fitted with one of three different controls – a simple top control, a remote control or good old manual operation.
The qualifications your tradesperson needs
We’ve not been too subtle about this so far, and we won’t stop now – it’s absolutely crucial that your gas fire installer is Gas Safe accredited. That’s the minimum (and mandatory) requirement from your tradesperson. But it may also be beneficial for them to carry HETAS (solid fuel trade body) or NICEIC (National Inspection Council for Electrical Installation Contracting) qualifications too.
As well as these certifications, your gas appliance professional should be more than happy to show off their wide range of customer references, and evidence of previous jobs they have completed to a high standard.
Insurance your tradesperson needs
Public liability insurance is vital for all work conducted on your home, and it’s particularly important here – with the potential for gas leaks and damage to your property. Make sure your tradesperson holds (and can show you proof of) full public liability insurance.
Questions you should ask your tradesperson
- What type of gas fire would they recommend, and why?
- Can they remove your old fire too?
- Are they Gas Safe registered?
- Do they also hold HETAS or NICEIC accreditation?
- Can they offer a warranty on their work?
My business covers all aspects of gas work and central heating systems installation and repair Gas work includes full central heating systems , boiler installs and repair , fire replacements and repair and also cookers and hobs installed and repaired Business first established 2002 Cover all north and south Lanarkshire and most surrounding areas
Kevin arrived at the time he said he would and gave me a text 15 minutes before. The job was completed within the hour and he explained everything as he went. Reasonably priced. Would recommend to anyone needing a gas engineer.
Hello I am Karol, the proud owner of Bee Gas Safe, A little about me With many happy and returning customers over the last 5 years, you can be sure of being well looked after. My aim is to provide a stress free project, delivered in a manner that I am confident will exceed your expectations. I carry out all work myself and will be your single point of contact. My customers are accustomed the outstanding quality of my projects, by sourcing quality materials with experienced craftsmanship I create truly bespoke masterpieces lasting my customers many years. I offer guarantees based on the type of Central Heating work undertaken. Main work I undertake But am not limited to Emergency Central Heating Repair Gas Boiler Installation Gas Boiler Servicing / Repair Gas Central Heating Installation Gas Central Heating Servicing / Repair Gas Safety Checks - CP12 Smart Thermostats My Availability I am available Monday to Friday including evenings. Outside of these hours you are welcome to contact me via email or request a call back. If for any reason you are unable to contact me, please send me a text message or an email. Thank you for taking the time to consider my profile, I look forward to hearing from you. Bee Gas Safe
At JGM Heating Ltd our fully trained gas engineers are well-equipped to handle an extensive range of domestic gas services, including installation, repairs and maintenance work. We can visit your home anywhere in The North East Of England to provide you with bespoke solutions for your needs. Contact us for a free quote and professional advice!
Great work
1st choice gas & plumbing services has been established for over 10 years serving local communities and businesses throughout Edinburgh, the lothian’s and beyond. Carrying out installation, servicing and repair of all gas appliances and plumbing work. We particularly specialise in fire and stove installations. From planing to execution we carry out all work undertaken to a high quality finish. We provide a 24 hour 365 days a year service and are valued by our loyal customers. We are gas safe registered, fully insured and have undertaken the highest quality training on each endeavour we undertake.
Very professional and helpful.
Gas and Plumbing Engineer for 17 years.
I highly recommend this plumber
GO CAREY Heating and Gas Services for natural Gas and LPG, I offer prompt affordable and reliable services for CP12 landlord safety checks, full appliance servicing/repairs as well as installation and boiler change overs.
On time, reasonably priced and nice manner. Punctured the plastic pipe, whilst placing the radiator mount, and quickly placed a joint. But that left the wall in the mount area a little hollow and a fair bit of sanding to complete. Hoping the joint doesn’t leak.
Gas safe registered engineer, fully insured and qualified. Services for gas appliances, heating system installation, maintenance and repair. Gas safe registered since 2010, new at rated people.
Efficient and reliable. Competitive prices, would recommend.
I have 15 years experience with the heating and plumbing trade and have worked for some of the major company’s (including an apprenticeship and 5 years at British Gas) so my experience has been second to none, all work is carried out to the highest standard while still keeping my rates affordable, All work is guaranteed for a year My services include Service and repairs on all gas appliances Installation of all gas appliances Cylinder replacement Radiator replacement/installation Underfloor heating Smart room stats Powerflushing Landlords and home owner certificates Plumbing repairs Bathroom installation
Friendly, professional and kept in touch throughout. Very happy to recommend.
GasTech (NW) Ltd: Capable of taking on small domestic gas and plumbing tasks. Experts in boiler fault finding , installations ,repair and servicing and all manner of gas work, including LPG. Smart, presentable and professional eng
Quoted me via message, have a good price amd completed the work to a high standard. I would absolutely recommend for any future gas works.
The First Element is a professional and experienced plumbing and heating services provider. We are gassafe,Oftec for oil and LPG accredited. Boiler,Fire and cooker installers,repair and servicing as well as Electric boiler installers. We are accredited installers for Worcester bosch,Baxi and Grant vortex. We are also unvented cylinder specialists.
Can’t recommend Gary enough. He responded to my ad quickly, and arranged to quote and complete the work within a few days. He was prompt, friendly, professional, did a great job and left everything clean and tidy. He explained things clearly to me and I won’t be using anyone else in future.
We are a company offering a top service at competitive rates. Keeping you informed with a comprehensive Quote & being on time and within budget our engineers are city & guilds qualified . We now accept credit & debit card payments on site
Very polite and professional will definitely use again
Service and repair engineer based in Nottingham. 15 years experience, gas safe registered. Local friendly, honest, reliable and competitive. Boiler installations, servicing, maintenance, repairs, call outs, landlord gas safety certificates. Boiler and cooker Installs, smart thermostat installs British Gas trained..
Matt is a friendly guy who knows what he's doing. Job done efficiently, all good here.
We have over 25 years experience in installing, servicing and repairing heating systems and all gas appliances. *Fully insured* Gas safe • Boilers & Water heaters • Gas fires • Warm air • Cookers & range cookers • Combustion analysis • LPG Caravans and residential park homes • Unvented G3
I am a qualified hardworking and reliable Gas Engineer who has plenty of experience in servicing and installing boilers, cookers and other gas appliances. I have been working for more three year as a Gas Technician in a gas companies where my key responsibilities included servicing and installing gas appliances, carrying out repairs and performing annual gas inspection. My major responsibilities and focus are to make sure that my clients are safe and secure, as a result of this , I have full knowledge and confidence for all the safety code and modern procedures required me to ensure that my clients are danger free in their property anytime I work there.
40 plus years a gas engineer. Domestic and Commercial Natural Gas, LPG and oil fired, I've done it all, and I'm here to help. From heating system installs, conversions and boiler swaps to super powerflushing, gas upgrades and repairs. landlord safety certs, boiler, and unvented cylinder servicing, All to a High standard. I'm a reliable, clean and tidy worker.
Fast response (on NYE!), very helpful, prompt and did a good job!
DP Plumbing and Heating is based in Bow (London). It has over 15 years of experience in plumbing and gas work. We cover all London areas and around capital too. All aspects in plumbing and gas are covered, plus emergencies and breakdowns.
Dan couldn’t have been more helpful. He went above and beyond. Highly recommend
Hi my name is Kalium Fletcher, I undertake all central heating issues, boiler installation,servicing and repairs, landlord certificates, and plumbing work. I give transparent advice so there are no hidden costs. I believe I offer a friendly honest reliable service, with customer satisfaction and competitive pricing being my main goals.
Boiler Breakdown Services specialise in Boiler Servicing and Maintenance. we cover all Makes and Models of Boilers, We undertake Electrical Fault Finding / System Control Installation / Boiler Installation / General Plumbing and Maintenance. We have over 15 Years Experience in Domestic Maintenance and Installation and have worked for many Years alongside a few of England's Major Insurance Companies. We are here when you need us most....
We are a gas safe registered plumbing company, we carry 5 million pounds liability insurance offer a 24 hour breakdown service, we are on the Baxi works scheme, and valliant preferred installers.
Excellent came quickly and carried out job.
My name is Chris And welcome to Heat Technik. I have nearly 20 years in the industry with British Gas. During my time at British my I mainly carried out Annual service visits, on a number of different appliances from Boiler, cookers/ hobs, Gas fires and warm air units. Landlord safety certificate, Repaired hot water and central heating systems, and upgraded heating controls to smart controls. Replaced radiators
Chris was extremely clear about what the problem was with my boiler. Pricing was satisfactory. I would definitely recommend him. Thank you Chris
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