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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

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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