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Usually, your gas safety check will take around 30 minutes to an hour.

However, it may take longer if;

• There are several gas appliances to check

• The engineer needs to carry out immediate repairs

• If the gas appliances are old

Landlords must arrange a gas safety check on appliances and flues for every property they rent out annually.

In addition, under the Gas Safety Installation and Use Regulations of 1998, all commercial properties must have an annual gas safety inspection. This includes hotels, B&Bs, and even motorhomes for hire.

This certificate will have the following information on it:

• The date of the inspection

• Your address

• The position and condition of each appliance

• The engineer’s name, signature and registration number

• Date the next check is due

• Any issues that need to be repaired and how they can be fixed

Only a qualified engineer on the Gas Safe Register can issue a CP12.

Try our easy ways to find gas safety checks CP12 in Donaghadee.

1. Use Checkatrade

Are you worried about the safety of gas appliances in your home? Get help fast. A professional directory like Checkatrade makes finding Gas Safe engineers easy.

See thousands of trusted tradespeople approved by us and reviewed by our homeowners.

To find an engineer qualified to issue a CP12, check their qualifications on their Checkatrade member profiles.

2. Ask for recommendations

With the dangers of gas, choosing someone you trust is vital. One of the best ways to do that is to ask friends, family, and colleagues.

Most people you know will have some form of gas in their homes. So, it’s likely that someone you trust can recommend a Gas Safe engineer.

Check if they have a Checkatrade member profile to check their credentials and reviews.

3. Check online reviews

   The internet is an excellent place to find experienced tradespeople.

Look for gas safety checks CP12 to see what others say about a Gas Safe engineer's services.

Remember to cross-check your reviews on Checkatrade.

4. Check the Gas Safe Register

Check if your engineer's name is on the Gas Safe Register website.

The Gas Safe Register is the official list of gas engineers legally allowed to work on gas appliances in the UK.

Always ask to see their Gas Safe ID card before work begins.

Average gas safety checks cost between £60 and £85; or on average £70.

The gas safety engineer who completes the check sets the cost of the CP12 certificate. Prices depend on the number of gas appliances in your home and rates in your area.

Usually, gas safety inspection costs are fixed, but there may be an extra charge for additional appliances. For example, it’s between £75 and £95 for an annual gas safety check and gas fire service.

Get multiple quotes for an accurate price and overview of what’s involved.

Ready to get started? Find gas safety checks CP12 in Donaghadee.

A CP12 certificate proves that a registered engineer has inspected your property's gas appliances, pipework, and flues and confirmed they are safe to use.

For landlords and businesses, a CP12 proves that the gas appliances on the premises are safe from gas. Make sure to give your tenant their CP12 certificate as proof.

Landlords - find out more about gas safety certificates here.

Only engineers registered with the Gas Safe Register can legally perform gas safety checks.

Ask your engineer for a current Gas Safe ID card to verify their credentials. It should display their unique license number and be up to date.

All Gas Safe registered engineers will have one of these ID cards.

Here’s how to tell if your gas engineer is working legally.

Business owners and landlords are legally required to perform a gas safety check annually. Following these checks, the premises must hold an up-to-date gas safety CP12 certificate.

Gas safety checks are not a legal requirement for homeowners. But checking your gas appliances regularly is the best way to avoid accidents.

Got an older boiler or appliance that could leak gas and carbon monoxide? Get them checked yearly.

A gas safety check is a thorough test of all appliances and flues, and includes;

• Checking that boilers, cookers, and fires are functioning safely

• Looking for leaks, corrosion, and other potential hazards

• Making sure the flue is functioning, and there is enough ventilation

• Testing any safety cut-off mechanisms to ensure they still work

Want to know more? Find out more about Gas Safety Checks CP12 here.