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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?
Local Carlisle-based Gas Engineer. £2m Public Liability Insurance. Boilers, Cookers, Fires installed and serviced. Landlord's Certificates, Gas Safety Checks, Fault Finding and Repairs.
We are a family run business for over 20 years. We have a full team of experienced engineers to suit your needs. We are qualified across plumbing, heating and electrical. We are a NICEIC registered company. You can find us on NICEIC website. We are a Gas Safe registered company. You can find us on the Gas Safe website. In the electrical trade, we are qualified and experienced in domestic, commercial and industrial work. In the gas and plumbing trade, we are qualified and experienced in domestic work. We offer a friendly and reliable service. We offer a bespoke service with our installations. We can manage all aspects of your re-fit, repairs and renovations. We offer a free no obligation quotation. Check us out on mygpe on google
Excellent team and family run business. Very professional and polite. Had a full house rewire done and they completed the job to the highest of standards. Kept in the loop all the way. Would highly recommended and definitely get back for any future works
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We have been in the trade for 35 years, and we enjoy every minute of it, mainly to see the smiles on our clients face
Fantastic Guys who not only solved the problem but went above and beyond in their efforts to help us. Very grateful and would highly recommend. Thanks Norman!!
Hi I am a gas engineer offering Gas Saftey certificates and boiler swaps and boiler services.
Karl was brilliant! No indrawn breaths or treating me like an idiot because I'm a woman! The quote was very reasonable and the price was as quoted, even though he encountered unforeseen problems. The job was done quickly and on time.and cleared up afterwards. Will use them for all future jobs and highly recommend.
My focus in my work life is to provide a service that will leave my customers satisfied beyond their expectations, this is reflected in the over 100 five star ratings I have received from my customers. My aim is always to keep the customers for life by providing a great service.
Not a comfortable experience. Upped the price upon completion after agreement. Agreement had already been pushed beyond the max quote. Had to come back out the following day to put right a leak left behind & stuffed badly made holes through exterior wall with kitchen towel. The work already needs rectifying again & new tradesperson is miffed at the work done & price charged. Feel vulnerable leaving this as he talked about someone else who’d left a negative review to me.
Your Trusted Experts in Boiler Installations, Heating Repairs & Plumbing Solutions Say goodbye to cold nights and plumbing nightmares! Whether you need a brand-new, energy-efficient boiler, fast heating repairs, or expert plumbing work, we’re your go-to team. With over 20 years of experience serving homes across London & the south east we know the importance of reliable service and lasting results. •Boiler Installations – Reduce your bills with cutting-edge, eco-friendly boilers installed by professionals. • Heating Repairs – Emergency? No problem! Our rapid-response team will have your home toasty in no time. • Plumbing Services – From leaking taps to full bathroom installations, we handle it all with precision. Why Choose Us? • Local Experts with a Personal Touch • Affordable, Transparent Pricing • 24/7 Emergency Service for Peace of Mind Get your home back to its best—call us today and feel the difference of expert service that’s always on your side.
100% trustworthy and genuine. Outstanding work and wonderful work ethic with nothing too much trouble. Experience shows when having to solve problems in an old house and be very adaptable. Reliable and tidy. You won’t be disappointed in hiring Fadi
WF Heating & Plumbing your local Plumbers, Gas and Boiler specialists covering The South East area, for more information of areas that we cover please see the bottom of this page. We pride ourselves on a first class service and customer satisfaction is our main priority. WF Heating & Plumbing want to make sure our customers are able to have their plumbing needs met at anytime they need us. All our engineers are fully qualified gas safe registered engineers, trained to an exceptional standard making sure you receive the highest standard of workmanship from us always. The next time you have a plumbing or heating emergency or need a quote for a new boiler make sure you bring in the experts, WF Heating & Plumbing Our General Plumbing Services: EMERGENCY plumbing repairs 24 hours a day 7 days a week Hot and Cold water plumbing Kitchen, bathroom and outside taps fitted New and existing shower replacements Dishwasher and washing machine plumbing Replacement tanks & water cylinders Toilet ball valve repair / replacement, new toilet installations General plumbing leaks Blocked toilets and drains works Overflow systems Our Heating Services: Gas fire servicing Landlord certificates / gas safety inspections New boiler installations Radiator repairs Boiler repairs and fault finding Boiler servicing Heat pumps Hot water plumbing Radiator relocation / replaced and new installation Replacement for burst tanks and cylinders Powerflushing systems Central Heating filters fitting Underfloor heating Thermo imaging Smart thermostats Full wiring/diagnostics Plus much more
Wayne is top engineer; came to replace Heat Exchange and issued certificate quickly and efficiently, will use him again for this flat and the house when we complete purchase
We are a gas safe registered business, we cover all aspects of plumbing and heating, we install and repair all models of boilers, aswell as carrying out all other aspects of gas work https://g.page/r/CbCKbPzfTGvdEB0/review
Excellent communication and service. Job completed very quickly and efficiently.
Chris has now done three separate jobs for me (fitting a gas meter, moving two radiators, mending a leaking bath and fitting a new toilet). He is quick to respond, fair in his prices, friendly and honest, efficient and does a good job. I will be calling him again and recommending him to friends. Really excellent.
I am a fully timed served gas engineer and have been in the trade for 9 years. The last 4 of which i have been a british gas approved contractor completing installations across the north west of england. With a nvq level 3 in plumbing and heating and a £5 million public liabilty insurance you can be rest asured you are in safe hands. The usual jobs i undertake are boiler installations including but not limited to , combi swaps , conversions, full systems , traditional heat only and combined water cylnder installations, unvented water tank and stored heat tanks , services and breakdowns.
Quick, reliable.. Excellent Job
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Lucian and his team were a dream to work with on our house renovation. They're professional, competent, and lovely company. The job was completed in good time, and without additional costs. Lucian went above and beyond to make sure we were happy with the finished project.
Hi there, I am Sunil Patel from S.P gas and Boiler services. Highly trained Registered Gas Safe Engineer and professional service given every time. Specialise in boiler installation, Conversions, Radiators, gas pipe work, Certificate for landlords and homeowner
very professional from start to finish,could not fault them highly recommend.
Plumbing heating and gas services to your home. BoIler breakdowns, boiler servicing , blocked drains, tap changes, Leaking toilets no job too small.
Great service and price for gas safety check and faulty toilet cistern would definitely recommend.
Hi there We are a contractor capable of doing all plumbing heating and electrical work, we pride ourselves on our vast technical knowledge and are specialists at fault finding. We can offer everything from install to repair work and are fully insured and accredited. We have 10years experience in the industry starting our training at British gas and moving on to carry out high end plumbing and heating in Mayfair Chelsea and Kensington. No problem is too big or too small We look forward to hearing from you!
Excellent! Ryan came out 1st thing next morning and has sorted the issue, lovely chap too!
qualified plumber and gas engineer with over 12 years of experience within the trade. we carry out all your plumbing needs from dripping taps to full bathroom refits. ( no tiling ) All radiator repairs and fitting carried out.Lsa are now gas safe registered. Landlord gas saftey certificates Boiler installs Cooker installs Fire installs Servicing Repairs Breakdowns we also offer an emergency call out sevice
Andrew,was very prompt and reliable. He serviced the boiler and left no mess I would recommend Andrew and would use him again
DS Gas & Building Services Ltd – Heating Specialists You Can Rely On At DS Gas & Building Services Ltd, we’re true heating specialists dedicated to keeping your home safe, warm, and efficient all year round. With years of experience in the heating industry, we provide expert boiler servicing, repairs, and installations, as well as professional air source heat pump installations and maintenance. We pride ourselves on delivering a first-class service — every job is carried out to the highest standard, fully compliant with Gas Safe. Whether it’s a routine boiler service, an emergency repair, or upgrading to a modern, energy-efficient heating system, our focus is always on reliability, safety, and long-term performance. Customers choose us for our attention to detail, honest advice, and high-quality workmanship, booking reminders & confirmations. From initial consultation to final handover, you can expect transparent communication and exceptional results — every time. Our services include: - Boiler Servicing & Safety Inspections (Gas, LPG & commercial) - Boiler Repairs & Breakdowns - New Boiler Installations & System Upgrades - Air Source Heat Pump Installation & Servicing - Central Heating Fault Diagnosis & Maintenance DS Gas & Building Services Ltd – Professional. Reliable. Specialist Heating Engineers.
Danny was punctual and charged an honest price for a service. I can't comment on the work as I am not a gas engineer but the heating is still working!
Family business with over 35 years experience. We are a multi trade business and can undertake everything from drawing up plans to laying carpet. We are also contractors for a number of local authorities.
The Boiler Man Berkshire Ltd. We have been servicing Berkshire and surrounding areas since 2016, we are a team of central heating engineers who specialise in all types of boilers and central heating systems for domestic and commercial properties. We offer same day, next day or pre planned works to suit your needs and schedules. We also offer emergency callout service 24 hours a day. We understand the importance of keeping your home warm and your hot water flowing, so when your boiler and or system lets you down, we are on hand to get you back up and running in no time. We offer a range of priority services, like next day boiler replacements, next day hot water tank replacements as we know how vital it is to have working appliances in your home. We are Proud to be Vaillant and Glowworm Accredited installers offering our customers 10 year warranties as standard on all their boilers. We offer the following services : - Boiler servicing and repairs - Boiler installations - Full central heating system design and installation - Hot water tank replacement and installation - Unvented hot water tank replacement and installation - Cold water storage tank replacement and installation - Mains water booster pump design and installation - Underfloor heating design and installation - Heating system extensions and upgrades - Heating system repairs and maintenance - Radiator installation and replacement - Smart heating controls installation - Gas leak investigation and repairs - Gas cooker and hob installations We are proudly known as “Berkshires Heating Heros” because when your boilers on the brink you need a hero to come to the rescue!
Hi there, My name is Ross, I'm back on the road after a few months off due to the lockdown and I'm very much looking forward to meeting my old and hopefully some new customers once again. My expertise lies in all work that’s heating related and no matter what your problem is I can sort it out for you at a very competitive price. If you are thinking of changing your boiler let me know as I have excellent sources for replacement boilers. ALL my work is backed by my own 12 month workmanship warranty and I also have public liability up to £5 million. Thank you for reading my profile and I look forward to working with you on your projects. Kindest regards Ross, GREAT BRITISH HEATING
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