Installation & Trades

Gas, Electrics and Plumbing in a New Kitchen: Who Does What?

Gas Safe, electrical certificates and why they matter.

23 August 2026 · 2 min read

Fitting cabinets is only part of a kitchen installation. Most projects also involve plumbing, electrical work and often gas. These trades have rules for good reasons, so it is worth knowing who should do what.

Gas: Gas Safe registered engineers only

By law, any work on gas appliances or pipework in the UK must be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer. That includes connecting a new gas hob or moving a gas supply. Always ask to see the engineer’s Gas Safe ID card. At Surchan Kitchen, gas work is carried out by Gas Safe registered engineers in our team.

Electrics: to current UK wiring regulations

New circuits for ovens and hobs, additional sockets and appliance spurs must comply with the current wiring regulations. Kitchen electrical work is often notifiable under building regulations, and you should receive a certificate for the work carried out.

Plumbing

Plumbing covers the sink, tap and waste, dishwasher and washing machine connections, and moving supply or waste pipes if the layout changes. Good plumbing is invisible: no drips, correct falls on waste pipes and accessible isolation valves.

Why one team for every trade helps

When separate trades are booked independently, delays and finger-pointing are common. When one team manages carpentry, plumbing, electrics and gas, each stage follows the last in the right order — and one person is responsible for the result.

What you should receive at handover

Gas safety paperwork for any gas work.
An electrical certificate for new circuits or notifiable work.
Appliance manuals and warranty information.

Questions about your kitchen services? Talk to our team — the survey is free.

Frequently asked questions

Can a kitchen fitter connect my gas hob?

Only if they are Gas Safe registered. Our gas work is carried out by Gas Safe registered engineers, who provide the relevant paperwork.

Do I need a new circuit for an induction hob?

Most induction hobs and ovens need a dedicated circuit of the correct rating. We check your consumer unit and existing circuits during the survey.

Can the sink be moved to an island?

Often yes, but it requires new supply and waste runs with the correct fall, sometimes under the floor. We assess this during the survey.

Will I receive certificates?

Yes. You receive the relevant documentation for gas work and for notifiable electrical work carried out during the installation.

What Our Clients Say

From the very first survey to the final clean-up, the whole process was seamless. Our handleless kitchen in Kensington turned out exactly as we'd hoped - sleek, practical, and beautifully finished. Communication throughout was excellent, and every trade turned up exactly when they said they would.

Oliver & Sophia Bennett

We couldn't be happier with our new shaker kitchen in Richmond. The team managed everything - plumbing, electrics, plastering - without a single hiccup. The navy blue cabinetry looks stunning and the custom pantry unit has completely changed how we store things. Highly recommend.

James & Charlotte Davies

As someone who entertains often, I needed a kitchen that could keep up. Surchan Kitchen delivered a genuinely industrial-style space in Chelsea that's both striking and durable. The fixed price they quoted at the start was exactly what I paid - no surprises, no add-ons.

Alexander Wright

Our Marylebone kitchen installation was handled with real professionalism from start to finish. The oak finishes and marble worktops were fitted with incredible precision, and the team was respectful of our home throughout the whole project. We'd use them again without hesitation.

Liam & Maya Patel

I have a small flat in Notting Hill and honestly didn't think I'd get this much storage out of the space. The team was creative with the layout and every recommendation they made turned out to be the right one. Tidy, professional, and finished on schedule.

Emily Clarke

Renovating a period property in Mayfair comes with its own challenges, but Surchan Kitchen handled it brilliantly. The sage green cabinetry and the wine display unit are exactly what we envisioned. Every member of the team was courteous and clearly experienced.

Edward & Victoria Hastings

Our Chiswick kitchen is now the heart of the house. The terracotta and off-white combination was a bold choice but the team executed it perfectly. The extended dining table built into the island has become everyone's favourite spot. Great value and great communication.

Benjamin & Chloe Evans

With four kids at home, we needed something that could withstand daily chaos. The Ealing installation has held up brilliantly and looks just as good months later. The team clearly understood what a busy family kitchen actually needs, not just how it should look.

Thomas & Grace Robinson

Straightforward, honest, and well priced. My Hammersmith kitchen was completed on time with no unexpected costs. I appreciated how clearly everything was explained before work started, and the finish quality has genuinely exceeded what I paid for.

Daniel Harris

Surchan Kitchen transformed our outdated galley kitchen into something we're genuinely proud of. The survey process was thorough and the final quote matched exactly what we were told at the start. Couldn't recommend the team more.

Sophie Turner

We interviewed three companies before choosing Surchan Kitchen, and it was the right decision. Their attention to detail during the planning stage saved us from several layout mistakes we hadn't considered. The finished kitchen speaks for itself.

Rebecca & Mark Foster

Professional from day one. The old kitchen was removed and the new one installed within the timeframe we were given, and the finish is excellent. It's rare to find a company that does exactly what it says it will, but that's exactly what happened here.

Amelia Cooper