gas safety inspections
Gas Safety Inspections in Portsmouth & Hampshire
Professional Gas Safety Inspections by Gas Safe Registered Engineers
Need a gas safety inspection in Portsmouth? DV Plumbing & Gas Services provides professional gas safety checks for homeowners, landlords, property managers and suitable commercial properties across Portsmouth and Hampshire.
Our engineers inspect relevant gas appliances, flues, ventilation and gas pipework to identify unsafe conditions and ensure the installation is operating safely. Where required, we can provide the appropriate gas safety documentation following the inspection.
What Our Customers Say
"Excellent service from start to finish. The engineer arrived on time, completed a thorough service, and explained everything clearly. Our heat pump is now running much more efficiently."
James Walker
"Professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. The annual service was completed quickly, and we now have peace of mind knowing our system is operating safely."
Sarah Collins
"I've used them for servicing multiple properties, and they've always been reliable. Great communication, fair pricing, and high-quality workmanship every time."
Michael Turner
"Very impressed with the attention to detail. They identified a small issue before it became a costly repair, and the whole process was hassle-free."
Emma Richardson
"Outstanding customer service and expert engineers. The servicing was thorough, and our air source heat pump is performing better than ever. Highly recommended."
David Brooks
"Fantastic service from a knowledgeable engineer. The heat pump was thoroughly inspected, cleaned, and tested, and everything was explained in a clear and friendly way. I’ll definitely book my annual service with them again."
Rachel Evans
Why Gas Safety Inspections Matter
Gas appliances and associated pipework need to be checked regularly to help identify potential safety issues before they become more serious.
A professional inspection looks beyond whether an appliance simply turns on. The engineer considers the appliance, flue, ventilation, gas supply and other relevant parts of the installation.
For landlords, regular gas safety checks are an important part of managing rental properties and meeting applicable legal responsibilities. For homeowners, an inspection can provide useful reassurance about the condition and safe operation of gas appliances.
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DV Plumbing & Gas Services takes a practical, safety-focused approach to every inspection.
INCLUDE Services
What's Included in Our Gas Safety Inspection?
Gas Appliance Checks
We inspect and test relevant gas appliances present at the property, such as boilers, gas fires, cookers and other connected appliances.
Flue Inspection
Relevant flues are checked for visible issues and safe operation, including conditions that could affect the removal of combustion products.
Ventilation Assessment
We check relevant ventilation arrangements to help ensure gas appliances have the airflow required for safe operation.
Gas Pressure Checks
Where applicable, gas pressure and appliance operation are checked against the relevant requirements for the appliance.
Carbon Monoxide Risk Assessment
We consider relevant carbon monoxide risks associated with gas appliances and combustion arrangements.
Safety Documentation
Where the inspection meets the requirements for certification, the appropriate gas safety documentation can be provided.
Who Needs a Gas Safety Inspection?
Gas Safety Checks for Different Property Situations
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Homeowners
If you are concerned about an appliance, gas installation or the general condition of your property's gas system, a professional inspection can provide useful information.
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Landlords
Landlords have specific gas safety responsibilities for rental properties. Regular checks and appropriate records are an important part of managing those responsibilities.
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Property Managers
Managing multiple properties can make gas safety dates difficult to keep track of. Planned inspections can help property managers maintain organised records across their portfolio.
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Property Buyers
A gas safety inspection can help identify potential concerns with an existing gas installation when purchasing a property.
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Commercial Property Owners
Suitable commercial premises may also require gas safety checks depending on the appliances and gas installation. We can discuss the requirements for your property.
Commercial Gas Pipe Installation
Commercial gas installations can involve higher gas demand, multiple appliances and more complex pipework arrangements. Proper planning is therefore particularly important before installation or alteration work begins.
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DV Plumbing & Gas Services covers most commercial gas and plumbing work and can discuss gas pipe installation requirements for suitable commercial properties.
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We can assist with projects involving:
Offices and workplaces​
Shops and retail premises
Hospitality businesses
Commercial buildings
Rental and managed properties
Landlord property portfolios
Small businesses
We assess the existing installation and proposed requirements before agreeing the scope of work.
Process
Our Gas Safety Inspection Process
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Book Your Inspection
Tell us the property address, type of property and the gas appliances you know are installed.
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Engineer Attendance
A Gas Safe registered engineer attends the property and carries out the relevant safety checks.
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Appliance & Installation Inspection
The engineer checks the relevant appliances, flues, ventilation, gas pressure and accessible pipework as appropriate.
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Findings Explained
We explain any issues identified during the inspection and advise whether further work may be required.
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Documentation
Where the installation meets the requirements for certification, the appropriate gas safety documentation is completed.
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Follow-Up Where Required
If a fault or unsafe condition is identified, we can discuss the appropriate repair or further investigation separately.
Why Choose DV Plumbing & Gas Services?
Gas Safe Registered Engineers
Our gas safety inspections are carried out by appropriately registered Gas Safe engineers.
Safety-Focused Inspections
We assess the relevant gas installation rather than treating the visit as a simple paperwork exercise.
Experienced Local Team
Our engineers bring more than 40 years of combined plumbing and gas industry experience.
Clear Reporting
We explain the inspection findings clearly and identify any issues that may require further attention.
Landlord & Portfolio Support
We work with landlords and property managers who need regular gas safety inspections across individual properties or portfolios.
Domestic & Commercial Services
We support homeowners, landlords and suitable commercial customers with gas safety requirements.
Coverage
Areas We Cover
Serving Portsmouth and the wider Hampshire area — from Fareham to Chichester.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Same-day inspections available
Book Your Gas Safety Inspection
Whether you are a homeowner looking for reassurance, a landlord managing annual compliance or a property manager responsible for multiple properties, DV Plumbing & Gas Services can help.
We provide gas safety inspections in Portsmouth and surrounding Hampshire areas, carried out by Gas Safe registered engineers with a practical, safety-focused approach.
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Tell us about the property and the gas appliances that need checking, and we can arrange the appropriate inspection.