How often should a gas cooker be checked?

There is no single fixed legal interval for homeowners, but checking it alongside an annual boiler service is a sensible and easy routine to keep.

Can I service my own gas cooker?

No. Any work on a gas appliance must be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer, though you can safely keep the area around it clean and clear.

What should I do if a burner won't stay lit?

Try relighting it once following the manufacturer's instructions, but if it keeps going out, treat that as a fault needing a professional repair rather than repeated resets.

Is it illegal to fit a gas cooker myself?

Yes. Connecting, disconnecting or moving a gas cooker's supply is controlled work under the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998 and must be done by a Gas Safe registered engineer.

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