Can your gas meter be inside?

Asked by: Alma Sanchez

A gas meter can be located inside a property if the building is next to a footpath (no external yard or garden), however, this is subject to a low-pressure gas connection being available.

Where should I place my gas meter?

There are regulations around the installation of your new meter which must be adhered to. But in general terms, the ideal location for a gas meter is on an external wall that’s no more than 2 meters from the corner of the property on either side of a door or sealed window.

Can you have a gas meter in a bedroom UK?

We have and the surveyor said it is fine. It is surprisingly common apparently. The only downside is that when the guy comes to read the meter, you have to take him into the bedroom.

Can I build around a gas meter?

Yes, there are clearance requirements. You want to check with local gas distributor. Or maybe also a risk that erecting any construction so close to the meter will require excavation that needs to be clear of any buried gas lines.

Can you build a porch around a gas meter?

Building over a natural gas meter is illegal – and dangerous. By law, residential and commercial builders MUST NOT build any structure, including a deck or patio, on top of, or around, an outside natural gas meter and underground service line (see illustration below).

Can a gas meter be inside the house UK?

Can a gas meter be installed inside? A gas meter can be located inside a property if the building is next to a footpath (no external yard or garden), however, this is subject to a low-pressure gas connection being available.

Can a gas meter be inside a bedroom?

Each meter and service regulator, whether inside or outside a building, must be installed in a readily accessible location and be protected from damage, including vehicular damage that may be anticipated.

How close can a gas meter be to a door?

BE LOCATED AT A PLACE WHERE ANY VENTING GAS CAN ESCAPE FREELY INTO ATMOSPHERE BE AWAY FROM ANY WINDOWS, DOORS, SOFFIT VENTS OR ANY OPENINGS WHERE GAS CAN ENTER THE BUILDING. MAINTAIN A MINIMUM OF 18 INCHES HORIZONTAL CLEARANCE IF THAT OPENING IS WITHIN 6 FEET VERTICALLY OF THE VENT TERMINUS.

How much clearance is required around a gas meter?

(a) Gas meter locations must be 78 inches high and allow for a minimum clear and level working space of 3 feet in front of the meter; width depends on meter size and the number of meters. Grade slope should be less than 2%.

How much space is needed around a gas meter?

three feet

“There must be a minimum of three feet (0.9m) separation between any part of the gas meter/regulation installation and any sources of ignition (i.e. open flames, electrical panels, switches, meters.)”

Does a gas meter need ventilation?

When the meter has to be inside the building it should be located adjacent to an outside wall, with adequate ventilation and protected against accidental damage but not in close proximity to electrical switchgear, heating or process equipment.

Can a gas meter be under a window?

Even maintaining the clearances noted to the left, meters shall not be installed under windows or openings that may be used as an emergency fire exit. A minimum of 6 inches is required between the bottom of the meter and final grade.

Can a gas meter be inside a garage?

Gas meters can be installed in garages,but the incoming gas main to the meter must run underground external of the property then rise to a built in gas box or through the wall to the meter.

How much does it cost to move a gas meter British gas?

It is important to note that the total you will pay to move your gas meter can be split into two amounts: the materials and the labour. The cost to move a gas meter ranges from £400 – £1,000 for materials and £150 – £250 for labour per day. The average cost to move a gas meter is, therefore, £700 + £200 per day.

Who is allowed to move a gas meter?

Only your current supplier can move your meter. This means if you want another supplier to do it you have to switch your supply to them first. This will change your prices for gas and electricity, so check that it’s worth it overall before you switch.

Can a plumber move a gas meter?

Can I move my gas or electric meter myself? No, moving gas meters is a difficult process, so it’s not something you can do yourself. It’s illegal for anyone but a qualified, licensed professional – such as a Gas Safe engineer – to change the meter’s position.

Who owns the gas meter in my house?

Gas meter boxes can be installed by the homeowner before the supplier installs the supply, or the gas supplier might install the meter box through some agreement with the consumer. However, once the meter box is installed it appears that the consumer (usually the property owner) is responsible for its maintenance.

Who owns gas meters in the UK?

National Grid Metering maintains and manages over 8 million domestic, industrial and commercial combined gas assets across the UK.

How often should a gas meter be replaced?

10 to 25 years

How often should gas meters be replaced? This all depends on the type of gas meter you have, but it can range from 10 to 25 years. Your energy supplier should send you a letter informing you that your meter will need to be upgraded to a more modern model.

Who is responsible for faulty gas meter?

Your supplier is responsible for making sure your meter works properly. If you’re a tenant and your landlord pays the energy bills, tell them you think the meter might be faulty. They will be responsible for contacting the energy supplier and sorting out the issue.

Can my gas meter be wrong?

Dealing with faulty gas meters

High gas bills may be due to a gas meter that is incorrectly recording the amount of gas you are using, but this is unusual. While there is no simple way you can test whether your meter is accurate, if you are concerned about your meter readings, contact your energy supplier.

Can I give a false meter reading?

“Tampering with the meter is effectively cheating the meter as it gives false results so that you pay less (or nothing) for gas usage.” The same can apply to electric meters and giving false readings could result in a fine or even imprisonment.