Gasinstallatörs

Gasinstallatörer are skilled tradespeople who install, service, and repair gas systems and appliances. Their work encompasses natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) installations in homes, businesses, and industrial settings, including connecting boilers, stoves, heaters, and gas meters, laying and testing piping, and fitting regulators and safety devices.

Typical tasks include planning the route of pipework, sizing and insulating pipes, performing pressure tests and leak checks, commissioning appliances, and diagnosing faults. They assess ventilation and combustion air, and ensure adequate gas shut-off valves, carbon monoxide detectors, and flue systems are in place.

Qualifications and licensing vary by country. Most regions require formal training, an apprenticeship or accredited program, and passing examinations to obtain a license or authorization. Some places require ongoing continuing education and adherence to a national or regional gas safety code. In the UK, gas installation work is regulated by the Gas Safe Register; in the United States, licensing is usually at state or local level.

Safety is a central concern due to risks of gas leaks, fire, and explosions. Installers must follow standards for piping materials, installation methods, venting, and testing, and keep records of workmanship and compliance with building and fire codes.

Gasinstallatörer may work for construction firms, gas utilities, heating and plumbing companies, or operate as independent contractors.