Gas Installation Prices in South Africa? What are all the costs?
| In cupboard/inside installation (9kg cylinder) | R 1 950 |
| Outside Installation 5m off piping or less | R 2 950 |
| Outside Installation more than 5m piping | R 2 950 + R 100 p/m extra of piping |
| Outside Installation with 2 cylinders 5m off piping or less | R 3 550 |
| Outside Installation with 2 cylinders, more than 5m piping | R 3 550 + R 100 p/m extra of piping |
These costs include a Gas Compliance Certificate, as well as a regulator, shutoff valve, piping, and labour.
South African homeowners are considering gas in their homes as a result of Increasing costs in electricity. Gas is more affordable, more effective, and sometimes even better for the environment. However, are you aware of the cost of gas installation in South Africa?
What costs are commonly excluded in a gas installation in South Africa?
- The electrical connection to the gas appliance.
- The cut out to where the hob or gas stove fits into the countertop.
- Any chasing or digging of trenches will need to be arranged prior to the installation.
- This price would not include the gas cylinder. Gas cylinders can be purchased and exchanged from our partners at Leroy Merlin. When you initially purchase a gas cylinder from any of the aforementioned sources, you are required to pay a one-time deposit for both the gas and the cylinder itself. You only pay for the gas when you return the cylinder for a refill; the deposit is not refunded.
Certificate of Compliance (CoC)
On completion of the installation, the installer must issue the homeowner with a CoC which indicates that the gas installation is compliant with the relevant regulations and South African National Safety (SANS) Standards. This is particularly important because this document will be required should the homeowner make a claim from their insurer. The cost of the staircase will be greatly impacted by the material selection, which can include steel, concrete, wood, or a mix of these. Exotic or high-end materials will cost extra.
Regulations necessary for gas installation in South Africa:
Gas bottles may not be installed less than:
- 1m sideways from doors and windows
- 2m from drains and air vents
- 3m below windows (unless a non-combustible roof is installed)
- 1m from the property boundary wall (unless it is a firewall)
- 5m sideways away from a switchable electric point or plug switch;
Other installation regulations:
- Only class 1 or 2 copper pipes, or other approved gas piping, may be used. (Note: this is not the same copper piping as used by plumbers).
- Copper pipes going through a wall must be sleeved.
- Light bulbs cannot be less than 1.5m above a gas bottle.
- Approved flexible gas hose may not be more than two meters long and may not go through any partition (including wood, drywall, cupboard wall, etc)
Finding the right Pro
Now that you have a better understanding of the Gas Installation Prices in South Africa – it’s time to find the best Pro for the job.
Here are our top tips to help you find the right pro for your gas installation:
All you need to do is:
- Answer some questions about the job
- Share your contact details so no more than 5 Pros can contact you directly
- You’ll be contacted with quotes or a request for more info by affordable, experienced, and trusted Pros
- Read their online reviews
Remember, it’s not always about finding the cheapest option, especially with gas installations. Stick to these tips, and take into account, the entire package, Pro reviews, your experience in dealing with them, and then, of course, the cost.
