Guidelines

How do I find a gas heating engineer?

How do I find a gas heating engineer?

You can find or check a Gas Safe registered engineer on the Gas Safe Register website or by:

  1. Calling 0800 408 5000.
  2. Texting GAS and the engineers seven-digit licence number to 85080.

How do I find a good heating engineer?

Choosing the right heating engineer

  1. Choose someone with lots of specific experience.
  2. If your job involves gas, check whether the tradesman is Gas Safe-registered.
  3. Get a detailed quote from each tradesman you’re considering.
  4. Ask each tradesman to explain what they plan to do.

Is it worth being a gas engineer?

The legal requirements for ‘Gas Safe’ registered engineers mean your skills will always be in high demand. A career in gas is a secure profession, ideal if you’re looking for long-term stability. Plus, as your skills strengthen over time, so do your career prospects. Working in gas can be a career for a lifetime.

How do I check if a gas engineer is registered?

Alternatively consumers can check an engineer is registered by texting Gas and the engineers seven digit licence number to 85080. Again consumers will receive a text message confirming if the licence card number is registered.

Can a Gas Safe engineer work on LPG?

Fixed appliances You’ll need to ensure that all fixed LPG gas appliances are serviced and safety checked every year by a Gas Safe registered engineer. For instance, if you’ve got an LPG cooker on your boat, the engineer will need to be registered to work on boats, cookers and LPG.

What qualifications should a heating engineer have?

To become a Gas Engineer you’ll need to pass an industry qualification and gas safe registration. Firstly, an industry qualification could include an NVQ or Diploma in courses such as Domestic Natural Gas Installation and Maintenance, Domestic Plumbing and Heating or Gas Utilisation for example.