{"id":1451,"date":"2013-01-07T14:10:40","date_gmt":"2013-01-07T14:10:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mylondontradesmen.co.uk\/wp68\/?p=1451"},"modified":"2019-07-17T09:22:44","modified_gmt":"2019-07-17T08:22:44","slug":"starting-to-install-a-hob","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mylondontradesmen.co.uk\/wp68\/blog\/starting-to-install-a-hob\/","title":{"rendered":"Starting to Install a Hob"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When starting to Install a Hob, it is crucial that the task is carried out by a certified <a title=\"Gas Safe\" href=\"http:\/\/www.gassaferegister.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Gas Safe<\/a> engineer, who afterwards will then issue a <a title=\"Gas Safety Certificate\" href=\"https:\/\/mylondontradesmen.co.uk\/wp68\/gas-safety-certificate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Gas Safety Certificate<\/a> (CP12). This documentation is a legal requirement, as it shows that the hob has been safely tested for gas leaks and other defects after installation. An installed hob is unique to that of a freestanding gas cooker, due to the fact that it cannot simply be plugged into the gas supply. In addition, starting to Install a Hob as a replacement, rather than a first time installation, is less time-consuming; however both processes are intricate and require the right skills of a professional.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike a freestanding cooker, when starting to Install a hob, you begin by switching off the mains before connecting solid copper pipes from the gas supply valve to the hob itself and soldering them into place. A flexi hose should never be used, as a more secure connection is required for when the appliance ever needs to be moved for cleaning purposes etc. The space around a hob must be closely considered for the installation, whilst bearing in mind the specific regulations to follow. A minimum of a 750mm clearance is required above the hob to the cooker hood. Any units installed either side of the hood must be at least 366mm above. A 300mm further clearance is required either side of the hob, if it is being installed next to flammable material, such as wood.<\/p>\n<p>Starting to Install a Hob is difficult and only a gas safe registered engineer can carry out such a task, please submit your desired job on <a title=\"My London Tradesmen\" href=\"https:\/\/mylondontradesmen.co.uk\/wp68\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">My London Tradesmen<\/a> and you will receive up to three quotes from three different companies best suited to your requirements. All tradesmen that are suggested to you are trustworthy, receive up-to-date training and are registered with all the necessary bodies. The steps to take are simple, in order for your new hob to be installed into your home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When starting to Install a Hob, it is crucial that the task is carried out by a certified Gas Safe engineer, who afterwards will then issue a Gas Safety Certificate (CP12). 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