Catering Gas Safety Certificate
Catering gas safety certificate (CP42) in the UK for any food business operating commercial gas appliances — restaurants, takeaways, cafés, hotels, schools and event caterers.
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About Catering Gas Safety Certificate
Catering gas safety certificate (CP42) in the UK for any food business operating commercial gas appliances — restaurants, takeaways, cafés, hotels, schools and event caterers.
What's Included in Catering Gas Safety Certificate
- Full CP42 inspection
- Combustion & ventilation checks
- Engineer issues certificate on-site
- Same-day & weekend slots
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Gas Safe + REFCOM F-Gas registered engineers can handle both trades in the same visit. Add air conditioning or refrigeration work while we are already on site and avoid a second call-out fee.
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New split, multi-split and VRF installs for offices, shops and commercial premises.
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Planned servicing, F-Gas logbook updates and reactive repairs to keep cooling running.
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Fast repairs for fridges, freezers, cold rooms and display cabinets.
View serviceHow Catering Gas Safety Certificate Works
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Get in touch
Call or book online for catering gas safety certificate anywhere in the UK. We'll confirm scope and a fixed price.
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Engineer attends
A Gas Safe registered commercial engineer attends at the agreed time, fully equipped and qualified for the work.
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Work completed & certified
Work is completed to the relevant standard (IGEM, BS, manufacturer spec) and you receive the appropriate certificate or report on the day.
Catering Gas Safety Certificate: Quick Answer
We provide Catering Gas Safety Certificates (CP42) for food businesses operating commercial gas appliances like restaurants and takeaways. These certificates ensure compliance with UK law and are issued digitally on the same day. Prices start from £150 + VAT for one appliance, with same-day and next-day appointments available seven days a week.
Common Problems We Solve
Ensuring legal compliance for commercial gas appliances.
Our Gas Safe registered engineers provide Catering Gas Safety Certificates (CP42) which are a legal requirement under the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998 for commercial gas appliances, ensuring your business meets compliance standards.
Needing a gas safety certificate quickly.
We offer same-day and next-day appointments seven days a week, from 07:00–21:00. Your Catering Gas Safety Certificate (CP42) will be issued digitally on the day of the inspection, ensuring a fast turnaround for your business needs.
Unclear pricing for gas safety checks.
We provide fixed written quotes with no call-out fee. For a Catering Gas Safety Certificate (CP42), the price is £150 + VAT for one appliance, £175 for two, and £200 for three, with additional appliances at £25 each.
Finding a certified engineer for commercial catering equipment.
Our engineers are Gas Safe registered, specifically qualified to work on commercial gas appliances and issue the required Catering Gas Safety Certificate (CP42). This ensures professional and legally compliant service for your food business.
What People Ask About Catering Gas Safety Certificate
How much does a mobile catering gas safety certificate cost?
A Catering Gas Safety Certificate (CP42), which applies to mobile catering, starts from £150 + VAT for one appliance. Prices increase for multiple appliances: two for £175, three for £200, and £25 for each additional appliance, with fixed written quotes provided.
How do I get my gas safety certificate?
You can get your gas safety certificate by booking an appointment with our Gas Safe registered engineers. We cover London and the M25 area, offering same-day and next-day service. The certificate will be issued digitally on the day of the inspection.
Is it a legal requirement to have a gas safety certificate?
Yes, it is a legal requirement under the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998 for commercial gas appliances to be checked at least every 12 months. This includes the Catering Gas Safety Certificate (CP42) for food businesses.
How much does it cost to get a gas safety certificate in the UK?
The cost for a Catering Gas Safety Certificate (CP42) starts from £150 + VAT for one appliance, £175 for two, and £200 for three. Each additional appliance is £25. We provide fixed written quotes and do not charge a call-out fee.
How long does it take to get a gas safety certificate?
The Catering Gas Safety Certificate (CP42) is issued digitally on the day of the inspection by our Gas Safe registered engineers. We offer same-day and next-day appointments, operating seven days a week from 07:00–21:00 for your convenience.
Can I get a free gas safety check?
We do not offer free gas safety checks. Our services for a Catering Gas Safety Certificate (CP42) are priced from £150 + VAT for one appliance, with fixed written quotes provided upfront and no call-out fee charged.
Key Terms
- Gas Safe registered engineers
- Catering Gas Safety Certificate
- CP42
- Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998
- London
- M25
- commercial gas appliances
- digital certificate
- fixed written quotes
- VAT
FAQs about Catering Gas Safety Certificate
How much does catering gas safety certificate cost in the UK?+
Pricing depends on the size of your premises, the number of appliances and any access requirements. We always provide a fixed written quote before any work starts in the UK.
Are your engineers Gas Safe registered for catering gas safety certificate?+
Yes. All of our engineers are Gas Safe registered for the relevant commercial categories (COMCAT 1–5, CODNCO1, CORT1) and carry the right qualifications for catering gas safety certificate in the UK.
How quickly can you attend in the UK?+
For most the UK jobs we can attend the same day or next day. For emergencies we offer a 24/7 call-out service across the UK and surrounding areas.
Do you provide a certificate or report on completion?+
Yes — every job is completed with the correct documentation, whether that is a CP-series certificate, a tightness test record, a service report or an interlock commissioning certificate.
Do you cover commercial premises throughout the UK?+
Yes. We cover restaurants, pubs, hotels, schools, care homes, offices and industrial sites across the UK and the surrounding areas — including landlords, managing agents and facilities companies.
Do commercial properties need a Gas Safety Certificate?+
Yes, under the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, it is a legal obligation for commercial property owners and landlords to have a valid gas safety certificate in London if gas appliances are installed.
Do you need a Gas Safety Certificate for commercial properties?+
Yes, under the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, it is a legal obligation for commercial property owners and landlords to have a valid gas safety certificate in London if gas appliances are installed.
How much does a commercial gas safety certificate cost?+
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How much for a commercial gas safety certificate?+
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Other Commercial Gas Services Often Booked With Catering Gas Safety Certificate
Our Gas Safe engineers can carry out any of the works below in the same visit across the UK.
Commercial Boiler Service
Annual servicing of commercial boilers in the UK — combustion analysis, safety checks, and a full service report. Keeps your boiler efficient, compliant, and warranty-valid.
Commercial Boiler Installation
Specification, supply and installation of commercial boilers in the UK — from light commercial 30kW up to large cascade systems. Fully Gas Safe certified.
Commercial Gas Tightness Test
Pressure (tightness) test on your commercial gas pipework in the UK, performed to IGEM/UP/1 or IGEM/UP/1B procedures. Required after pipework changes or when leaks are suspected.
Catering Equipment Servicing
Service and repair of commercial catering appliances in the UK — ranges, ovens, fryers, grills, salamanders and steamers. Keeps CP42 certification valid year-round.
Commercial Gas Cooker Installation
Installation and certification of commercial gas cookers and ranges in the UK to current Gas Safety (Installation & Use) Regulations.
Gas Interlock System Installation
Supply, install and certify gas interlock systems in the UK commercial kitchens — a legal requirement under BS 6173 / DW172 wherever ventilation serves gas appliances.
FAQs about related services
Can I book related commercial gas services with my catering gas safety certificate in the UK?+
Yes — when our engineer attends in the UK for catering gas safety certificate, they can also carry out boiler servicing, gas tightness testing, interlock work, pipework or emergency repairs in the same visit, saving you a second call-out fee.
Do you cover all of the related services across the UK?+
Yes. Every service listed in the "related commercial gas services" section is delivered by our own Gas Safe registered commercial engineers throughout the UK and the surrounding areas — no subcontractors.
Will I get one combined quote for catering gas safety certificate and any related work in the UK?+
Yes. Tell us what you need when you book and we'll send a single fixed written quote covering catering gas safety certificate plus any additional commercial gas works at your the UK premises.
Commercial Gas Safety Certificates We Issue Alongside Catering Gas Safety Certificate
Every CP-series certificate below can be completed on the same visit as your catering gas safety certificate.
CP42 Commercial Catering certificate
Annual gas safety for restaurants, cafés, hotels & pubs.
CP44CP44 Mobile Catering & LPG certificate
For food trucks, trailers & market stalls.
CP17CP17 Installation Certificate certificate
Required for every new commercial gas appliance.
CP15CP15 Plant Commissioning certificate
Mandatory for new commercial boilers & heaters.
CP16CP16 Testing & Purging certificate
For new or modified commercial gas pipework.
CP2CP2 Leisure Industry certificate
Caravans, motorhomes, boats & holiday parks.
FAQs about gas safety certificates
Which gas safety certificates can I get alongside catering gas safety certificate in the UK?+
On the same visit in the UK we can issue CP42 (commercial catering), CP44 (mobile catering & LPG), CP17 (installation), CP15 (plant commissioning), CP16 (testing & purging) and CP2 (leisure industry) certificates wherever the work falls within scope.
Do landlords and managing agents in the UK need a CP-series certificate as well as catering gas safety certificate?+
In most cases, yes. Commercial landlords and managing agents in the UK have a legal duty under the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998 to hold a current annual gas safety certificate for every commercial gas appliance, in addition to any one-off works.
Are the certificates issued in the UK accepted by insurers and Environmental Health?+
Yes. All certificates we issue in the UK are produced by Gas Safe registered commercial engineers and are accepted by insurers, Environmental Health Officers, the HSE, building control and managing agents.
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Starting from £150 + VAT for 1 appliance • Same-day service available