Do I need an RGI-registered installer for a gas hob?
Yes — any gas work in Ireland, including fitting, replacing or reconnecting a gas hob, must legally be carried out by a current RGI (Registered Gas Installer). This is a statutory requirement overseen by the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU), and it applies whether it's a brand-new installation or just reconnecting an existing hob after a kitchen renovation.
RGI registration exists because gas work done wrong is a genuine safety risk — gas leaks and carbon monoxide are the two hazards it's designed to prevent.
We check an engineer's RGI registration as part of verification before they go live on HomeSorted — ask to see the same for anyone working on gas in your home.
A non-RGI installation can also invalidate home insurance and isn't something a kitchen fitter or general tradesperson can legally sign off, even if they're confident doing it.
What to check
- Ask for the installer's current RGI registration number before work starts
- Get a completion or safety certificate for the finished work
- Never let a non-RGI tradesperson connect, move or disconnect a gas appliance
When to call a pro
Always, no exceptions — this is RGI-only work.
Sources
- RGI / Gas Networks Ireland / CRU — gasnetworks.ie, cru.ie (verified 1 Oct 2026; see src/data/claims.ts gasCertRgi)
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