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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?
From taps to central heating, no job is too big or small. A fully qualified plumber with over a decade of experience in plumbing, heating, and total building solutions. Certified with a C&G 6129 in General Plumbing since 2010, I pride myself on delivering fast, reliable, and friendly service you can trust.
Did the work quickly and efficiently.
Warmserve Services Ltd is a local company offering a wide range of heating, plumbing and electrical services that was founded in 2011. We are a team of 24 heating engineers/plumbers and 12 electricians, serving customers in all SA & CF postcodes. We are small enough to offer a personal service but large enough to carry out work quickly and efficiently. We operate a 24 hour service for emergencies for all customers domestic and commercial. The company is run from our office in Llansamlet, Swansea where we have a small admin team of 8 that deal with all enquiries and manage all jobs. Our dedication to customer satisfaction and quality work has seen the business grow from one man in a van to a recognised and respected heating and electrical company in South Wales which covers over 70% of heating home emergency claims. Warmserve covers all plumbing and mechanical services for domestic & commercial, Gas, LPG, Oil, Solid Fuel, Renewables, Air Conditioning, Electrical, Drainage, Bathroom Installations and plumbing maintenance. Warmserve are able to accept credit & debit cards and also finance. Warmserve is registered with accreditation’s: Gas Safe Register OFTEC NICEIC HETAS REFCOM F-Gas TrustMark Safe Contractor Which? approved
Very quick response to my initial post although identifying the probable source of the leak took some time. After I accepted their quotation for remediation there was quite a wait for the bathroom team to become available. When work started the team were knowledgeable, explaining the various issues that they encountered and offering sensible solutions. The work was finished in 2 days and everything was left clean and tidy. I thoroughly recommend this company.
General builders and energy saving specialists since 1994
Hello, We are a multi-trade team, with a 10 year experience in the UK and previous in Italy and Germany. We are new to this platform, hence the revews :) We pride ourselves in providing fair quotes and being professional and efficient Our skills range from cleaning roofs, gutters cleaning, pavement, building fences, gardening and landscaping, annex or conservatory building, house demolition or clearance, rubbish collection and disposal, to any type of interior jobs, such as: fitting, carpentry (first fix and second fix), dry lining, flooring, painting, studwork (metal or wood), tiling, bathroom and kitchen fitting and so on. There’s no job too big or too small!
apprentice trained plumbler and gas engineer over 25 years experience always happy to help Don’t mind big jobs little jobs
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Dj Plumbing and Heating services is an established company in Worcestershire, offering domestic heating and plumbing services to clients throughout the area. Where reliable service is a priority, we are guaranteed to deliver. With over 20 years experience there is no job to big nor no job too small. We aim to provide our customers total satisfaction and take pride in giving them quality workmanship at a competitive price.
The job was done well with a minimum of fuss and David arrived at the appointed time and resolved all issues to my satisfaction
I specialise in providing a wide range of heating, gas and plumbing services to domestic customers throughout Essex, Hertfordshire and London. My aim is to provide all of my customers with a professional, honest and reliable service that is excellent value for money. I am a highly skilled and experienced Gas Safe engineer with plumbing qualifications and experience, giving you complete peace of mind that your gas and plumbing works are in safe hands. I'm
A pleasure to deal with. It was a small job but communication was great, turned up exactly when he said and cleared up fully after. Highly recommended
At CPS Plumbing Services I will always complete the job to the very best standard. My motto is, if I wouldn’t have it in my house, I wouldn’t put it in someone else’s. Happy to go above and beyond when needed and always a neat and tidy job. Anything from a dripping tap to full system installations.
CPS Plumbing not only designed and fitted my new bathroom, but beyond their remit improved my plumbing system, replacing my boiler, thus significantly enhancing the water pressure, replacing my old shower, with one linked to my water system - unbelievably more efficient and easy to use, also Calum fitted an easily accessible switch to replace my gummed-up stop cock. I recommend him without reservation
heating engineer with 30 years of experience
Dean came quickly to see the issue and fixed it there and then. Great service and good chat
We are Gas Safe Registered specialists in the service, repair, maintenance, and installation of domestic gas boilers and central heating and hot water systems. For your heating engineer & plumbing issues we're members of the WRAS (Water Regulations) scheme and also qualified in Low Termparatue Heating and Hot Water Systems, G3 Unvented Systems, Air Source Heat Pump installation and maintenance and general plumbing more generally, and the Installation and Maintenance of Plumbing and Heating Systems. We are a Google Approved Service provider, a member of the The Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (CIPHE), and can be found across all major platforms on MyBuilder, Checkatrade, Yell, Book A Builder and Bark. We're happy to do boiler servicing (annual boiler service), boiler or central heating and hot water repair and servicing, adding, removing or moving radiators, adding gas runs, replacing taps, adding a garden taps or installing air source heat pumps and underfloor heating. If you have any central heating & hot water or plumbing jobs we can help and we always offer clear, upfront pricing and a great service, and never leave our customers unsatisfied.
Domestic and commercial properties maintenance and renovations
Was unable to complete job due to his unforseen circumstances
We are a family owned bathroom and gas specialist with over 30Years experience in bathrooms and all aspects of gas including installation servicing landlords safety checks and breakdowns.We can help you with all aspects of your bathroom design to install
Very pleased with Martins work. He did a thorough check of all the radiators, adjusted the 3 that weren't working, so now there nice and warm, he'll be returning tmrw to replace the valves in 8 of the other radiators. I'll pay the full bill when the work is complete.
CFL Joinery & Construction Fully qualified Level 3 Site Joiner/Carpenter (City & Guilds) with many years of hands-on experience in the trade. At CFL Joinery & Construction, we combine expert knowledge, precision craftsmanship, and a genuine passion for delivering high-quality results on every project. Due to continued demand from returning clients, CFL Joinery is expanding to provide a wider range of construction services, including electrical installation, plumbing & gas, bricklaying, and more — offering a reliable, one-stop solution for your project needs. All work is completed to a high professional standard, often at competitive prices that beat previous quotes. We pride ourselves on being friendly, reliable, and approachable, and we always do our best to accommodate urgent or time-sensitive work. For enquiries, advice, or quotations, please get in touch by phone or email — we’re always happy to help
Arrived on time and did an excellent job would highly recommend Chis
Alpha plumbing have been established for over 15 years we are based in widnes and carry out all aspects of Domestic and Commercial plumbing, heating and maintenance work, we also have a full building team that can carry out all aspects of building work from a small exstension, loft conversion or a new build house whatever you require start to finish our build team has a wealth of knowledge. Back to the plumbing and heating We believe in gender equality and to show this we have a female plumber on the team. We are a reliable team that provides a quality job and good customer service along with great workmanship. We specialise in boiler installations and reactive maintenance, no job is too big or small other aspecs include -big and small system powerflushing -servicing and maintenance -Cold water main boosting systems -unvented hot water systems -commercial maintenance -legionnaires checks -saniflow maintenance and replacement Nothing we wont resolve if you have an issue that seems a problem to others then get intouch we love a challenge If your looking for quality and reliability along with a company that is available 24/7 then give us call. Not yet reviewed on here but we have plenty on google if you search Alpha plumbing widnes we come up. All our work is guaranteed
We are a friendly family run business of 3 generation's We offer a complete building service with all of our trades men in house. we have completed some major restorations such as Vermont hotel 108 bathrooms county hotel full conversion many extensions and house builds also maintenance for landlords and home owners give us a try and hope to see you soon.
All aspects of heating and plumbing LPG GAS OIL
Arrived on time, work completed professionally.
Welcome to JBLB Plumbing and Heating Services . We are a small family-run plumbing company who specialise in domestic plumbing repairs and installations, radiator and boiler upgrades, bathroom installation and mobility / walk in showers. As a company, we pride ourselves on delivering all of our customers with a prompt and reliable service, no matter how small the job may be. We also offer discounts to OAPs for most small plumbing repairs and installations.
Job done on time and quickly. Arrived when they said they would. Easy to deal with. Would recommend.
Here at JRD HEATING we are professional, tidy and efficient. We are available 24 hours 7 days a week. We are always one phone call away from assisting with any issues. Weather it be a tap washer or a full central heating system being installed. There’s no job to big or too small! With over 10 years in the industry we are always one step ahead of any issues!
Very responsive - gave a lot of information and context to what was happening throughout the process.
At BATH&PIPE we specialise in designing, installing and finishing bathrooms from the ground up – from the very first stage to the final touch, ready to use. With many years of hands-on experience, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality workmanship, attention to detail and reliable service every time. Our skills cover all aspects of bathroom installation, tiling and plumbing, as well as the electrical work required to complete your project to the highest standard. We are also Gas Safe certified, which means we can safely install and service gas boilers and heating systems. Whether you are looking for a complete bathroom renovation, professional tiling, or expert plumbing solutions, you can trust BATH&PIPE to get the job done right – on time, on budget, and with a finish built to last.
We have been in business for over 20 years, installing new kitchens and bathrooms, completing boiler installations, fixing radiators, and so much more. We are vaillant and idea boiler approved installers At AG Plumbing & Heating we handle all aspects of plumbing, from dripping taps to replacing boilers, plastering, painting, and even electrical work. Don't hesitate to call, message, WhatsApp or drop us an email and we will get back to you as soon as possible to arrange a free quote.
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