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Gas Leak Repair Cost

£77–£920typical UK range. Last updated August 2026.

Gas pipe repairs typically cost £77–£920, averaging about £380; emergency attendance to make a suspected leak safe is separate.

What each option costs

TypeTypical costNotes
Gas pipe repair£77–£920Repair range after diagnosis

What affects the price

  • Leak location and access
  • Length and diameter of damaged pipe
  • Making good after the repair

What’s included

  • Diagnosis and the agreed pipe repair
  • Testing by a Gas Safe registered engineer

Good to know

How long does it take? Checkatrade says most repairs take one to three hours, but concealed or extensive damage takes longer.

Do I need one? If you smell gas, open doors and windows, avoid flames and electrical switches, and call 0800 111 999 before arranging a repair.

Before you book, read how to check a gas engineer is Gas Safe registered.

How to pay less

  1. Do not delay emergency reporting
  2. Ask for the repair and any making-good work to be itemised

Sources

  1. Checkatrade, Gas Leak Repair Costs (June 2026)
  2. Gas Safe Register, Gas Emergency Guidance

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Questions people ask

Does 0800 111 999 repair the leak?

The emergency service makes the situation safe; permanent repairs may still need a Gas Safe registered engineer and are chargeable.

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