You can check a gas engineer is Gas Safe registered by searching the official Gas Safe Register, texting it, or calling its helpline, and you should do this before any gas work starts. Gas Safe registration is a legal requirement for anyone carrying out gas work, and engineers must be competent in the types of gas work they offer.
Why the check matters
It is the official list of gas engineers who are qualified to work legally on gas appliances. Gas Safe registration is a legal requirement for anyone carrying out gas work.
Three ways to check an engineer
There are three routes, and you can use whichever suits you:
- Online: The Gas Safe Register website has a 'Find an Engineer' service where you can find a local registered engineer simply by inputting your postcode. To check a specific person, you will need their seven digit licence number from the engineer's ID card.
- By text: Alternatively consumers can check an engineer is registered by texting Gas and the engineers seven digit licence number to 85080. To check a firm rather than an individual, consumers can check a business is registered by texting Gas and the business registration number to 85080.
- By phone: Alternatively consumers can call the freefone helpline on 0800 408 5500.
What to check on the engineer's ID card
The card is your first check, and the register is your confirmation. Look at both sides. The back shows the type of work the engineer is allowed to do. The back of the engineer's Gas Safe Register ID card shows the types of gas work they are registered to carry out. . Then compare the name and photo with the person at your door.
Practical checklist before booking
- Ask for the engineer's ID card and read both sides.
- Enter the licence number or business registration number on the register, or text it to 85080.
- Confirm the work type on the back of the card matches your appliance.
- Check the name and photo match the person who arrives.
- Keep a note of the registration details for your records.
If something does not match
If the details do not match or no record appears, do not let the engineer start work. If a company or gas safe registration number does not show up, then there could be a problem and you will need to contact GAS SAFE to check. You can also report concerns..
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Find local gas engineers and other tradespeople on GetBrent. Compare firms near you and ask them for a quote direct, then confirm their registration on the official register before you agree any work.
