Gasfitters Dunedin 2026 — Gas Fitting Rates, Costs and What Requires a Licensed Gasfitter

Gasfitters Dunedin 2026 — Dunedin gasfitter rates, gas hob installation cost, gas hot water prices, LPG vs natural gas, and how to find a licensed gasfitter near you.

Dunedin uses a mix of natural gas and LPG. The city's cold winters drive strong demand for gas heating — gas fires and log burners with gas backup are popular in Dunedin's older homes. Here's what gasfitters charge in Dunedin in 2026.

Dunedin Gasfitter Rates 2026

Service	Dunedin typical cost
Call-out fee (weekday)	$65–$145
Hourly rate	$90–$160/hr
Gas hob installation	$380–$850
Gas oven installation	$480–$1,050
Gas hot water cylinder (install)	$1,900–$3,900
Continuous flow gas hot water (install)	$1,700–$3,300
Gas fire installation (flued)	$2,800–$6,500
Gas BBQ point installation	$380–$850
LPG to natural gas conversion	$450–$1,400
Gas leak detection	$180–$480
Gas line extension (per metre)	$75–$190/m
Annual gas appliance service	$140–$320

All prices GST inclusive. 10–20% below auckland.

Dunedin Gas Supply

Natural gas is available in parts of Dunedin via First Gas. LPG is used where mains gas isn't connected.

What Requires a Licensed Gasfitter in NZ

All gasfitting must be done by someone registered with the PGDB (Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board):

Connecting any gas appliance (hob, oven, heater, hot water, BBQ point)
Installing or modifying gas pipework
LPG to natural gas conversions
Testing gas systems after any work

Verify at: pgdb.co.nz — never allow unlicensed gasfitting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does gasfitting cost in Dunedin? Call-out: $65–$145. Gas hob installation: $380–$850. Gas hot water cylinder: $1,900–$3,900 installed.

Do I need a licensed gasfitter for a gas hob in Dunedin? Yes — connecting any gas appliance is restricted work. A compliance certificate is legally required.