How Much Does a New Gas Connection Cost?

The cost of a new gas connection greatly depends on a number of factors, making prices vary from job to job. These factors include, but are not limited to:

• Location

There are roughly 3.6 million homes off the national grid and it can be particularly difficult to connect gas to properties in more rural areas, making some jobs more expensive.

• Size of the gas supply necessary

The larger the gas supply, the more expensive the cost. This is especially true for large commercial buildings in big cities which require 1000kW or more.

• Number of appliances

This goes hand in hand with the size of the gas supply necessary as the more appliances there are, the more energy required to power them.

• Has the property had gas in the past?

If the property has had a gas connection in the past, the job of reconnecting is much more straightforward than creating a new connection and therefore works out cheaper.

• Complexity of the works

As mentioned previously, the more tricky the job, the more expensive. For example, if the new installation requires access to properties nearby or road closures etc, this will cost more than a straightforward job.

• Distance between mains and gas meter

The further the distance between the mains and the gas meter, the more tricky it is to get connected and therefore the more expensive the work.

• How many engineers are required

The more engineers required for a job, the more expensive it is.

How Do I Know if There is a Gas Connection Close By?

If you are unsure about whether there are any gas connections near to your property, you can contact your Local Distribution Network Operator (DNO) or a Utility Infrastructure Provider (UPI) who will be able to inform you of the nearest location and whether the job is feasible and if so, how complex it would be.

If your property isn’t supplied with gas and isn’t within 23 metres of a gas main, National Energy Direct has the solution for you. As a Gas Industry Registration Scheme (GIRS) accredited utility infrastructure provider, we offer services such as gas network design, infrastructure installation and construction, installation of new gas mains or services and meter installations, making us a one stop shop for all of your gas installation needs.

If There is a Gas Connection Nearby, Can I Connect to It?

If you know that there is a gas supply nearby, we can help get you connected. As a Gas Industry Registration Scheme accredited utility infrastructure provider, we offer services such as gas network design, DNO network connections and meter installations.

It is important to remember that connecting your property to the mains gas alone isn’t enough. In order to utilise your gas connection, you will require a gas meter. This needs to be installed by a licensed gas meter installer such as ourselves here at National Energy Direct.

Costing Examples

Below are some examples of costing for a domestic and non-domestic property

• Typically, a gas supply of less than 40 metres would cost somewhere between £300 and £1,000 excluding VAT.

• A non-domestic, commercial or business gas connection of around 10-15 metres is usually priced somewhere between £1,500 and £2,500, excluding VAT.

Why Choose National Energy Direct?

With over 100 years of experience working with utilities, our team of experienced industry professionals can guarantee that your project will be delivered on time and within the initial budget that you set out. You can also count on us to adhere to the highest levels of safety compliance with industry standards, working to keep everyone safe from the very start of the project.

As a fully accredited multi-utility company, we provide a full range of services including electricity, gas and water, helping you to connect, remove or relocate your utilities to suit your needs. We also cater to all aspects of the market from full utility disconnections, connections, diversions and relocations for domestic and commercial properties and industrial units.

We offer a bespoke service from design to full installation, taking away the stress and delivering your project on time and on budget.

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