Pre-purchase inspection service

Home buyer plumbing and gas inspection

Do not let hidden problems turn your dream home into a costly nightmare. FirstForGas provides a professional plumbing and gas inspection to help buyers spot issues before they become expensive surprises.

Buying a property is one of the biggest investments you will ever make. Yet many buyers move in only to discover leaking pipework, faulty toilets, gas leaks, poor hot water performance, or hidden plumbing defects that were not identified beforehand.

Fixed price inspection

£399

Professional plumbing and gas inspection with a written report to help you make informed decisions before or after completion.

Common issues buyers only discover later

Hidden water leaks
Faulty stop taps
Defective hot water cylinders
Gas leaks

Did you know?

A standard property survey may not identify detailed plumbing and gas issues. Many buyers assume their surveyor has thoroughly checked these systems, but most surveys are largely visual and do not include detailed testing of plumbing or gas installations.

Most surveyors do not

Carry out a gas tightness test
Test for gas leaks
Test taps, toilets, and plumbing fixtures
Check water flow and drainage performance
Assess hot water cylinders in detail
Inspect gas appliances for operational issues
Identify many hidden plumbing defects

Report included

After the inspection, you receive a clear written report covering the condition of the system and any concerns worth acting on.

Any defects identified
Safety concerns
Maintenance recommendations
Areas requiring further investigation
Overall condition summary

Gas system inspection

The gas inspection is designed to surface obvious defects, visible safety concerns, and performance issues that may otherwise stay hidden until after you move in.

Full gas tightness test
Inspection of exposed gas pipework
Visual inspection of gas appliances
Inspection of accessible flues
Identification of visible safety concerns
Advice on any defects or concerns found

Plumbing system inspection

We inspect and test the visible plumbing fixtures and components that often cause avoidable repair bills soon after purchase.

Kitchen taps
Bathroom taps
Toilets and flushing systems
Sinks and waste outlets
Visible pipework
Hot water cylinders
Isolation valves
Stop taps
Visible leaks
General plumbing condition

Why spend £399?

Because finding just one hidden issue early can save far more later.

Hidden leaks, damaged waste pipework, faulty stop taps, gas leaks, and defective hot water cylinders can quickly turn into bills worth hundreds or thousands. This inspection helps you buy with better information and stronger negotiating confidence.

Hidden water leaks
Faulty stop taps
Defective hot water cylinders
Gas leaks
Damaged waste pipework
Poor previous repairs
Failing plumbing components

Who this service is for

Home buyers
First-time buyers
Property investors
Buy-to-let landlords
Estate agent clients
Anyone wanting extra reassurance before or after completion

Why choose FirstForGas?

Experienced Gas Safe registered engineers
Professional plumbing and heating specialists
Independent and unbiased assessment
Fixed transparent pricing
Detailed written report
Trusted local business
Friendly professional advice

Book your inspection today

Buy with confidence. Move in with peace of mind.

Home Buyer Plumbing and Gas Inspection. Fixed price: £399. Serving Gloucestershire, Dursley, Cirencester and surrounding areas.

Phone: 07944 694391

Email: firstforgas.info@gmail.com

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