CP44 Certificate London
Mobile catering gas safety certificates for food trucks, trailers and event units across London and the M25.
Get your CP44 gas safety certificate for food trucks, mobile catering trailers, and portable catering units. Our Gas Safe registered engineers (582607) specialize in LPG and natural gas systems for mobile catering businesses across London and the South East.
What is a CP44 Certificate?
A CP44 certificate (formally known as a Mobile Catering Gas Safety Certificate) is a specialized gas safety inspection certificate for mobile catering units including food trucks, catering trailers, and any portable catering equipment that uses LPG (Liquified Petroleum Gas) or natural gas.
This certificate is required to operate legally and safely, and must be issued by a Gas Safe registered engineer with specific qualifications for mobile catering installations.
Who Needs a CP44 Certificate?
- Food trucks and street food vendors
- Mobile catering trailers
- Event catering vehicles
- Mobile coffee carts and vans
- Burger vans and hot dog stands
- Mobile pizza ovens and catering units
- Festival and market catering setups
What Does a CP44 Inspection Cover?
Our thorough CP44 mobile catering gas safety inspection includes:
- LPG cylinder storage and connections – secure mounting, proper regulators, and safe storage
- All gas appliances – cookers, grills, fryers, ovens, water heaters, etc.
- Gas pipework and hoses – tightness testing, leak detection, condition checks
- Ventilation and airflow – adequate ventilation for safe operation
- Flue systems – proper installation and safe removal of combustion gases
- Emergency shut-off valves – testing and accessibility
- Gas detectors and alarms – functionality checks (if fitted)
- Electrical safety around gas appliances – checking safe installation
- Full safety certificate – comprehensive documentation for your records
How Often Do You Need a CP44 Certificate?
For mobile catering operations, we recommend:
- Annual inspections as a minimum requirement
- After any new installation of gas equipment or modifications
- Following repairs or replacements of gas components
- As required by event organizers or local authorities
- When changing insurance providers or renewing policies
Mobile Catering Gas Regulations UK
Mobile catering units must comply with:
- Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998
- BS 5482-2:2017 for LPG installations in mobile units
- Local authority licensing requirements
- Food hygiene and safety regulations
Why You Need a Valid CP44 Certificate
- Legal requirement – operate within the law
- Insurance validity – maintain your public liability coverage
- Event access – most festivals and markets require valid certification
- Staff and customer safety – protect everyone using your mobile unit
- Peace of mind – operate confidently knowing your gas systems are safe
CP44 Gas Safety Certificate Cost
The cost of a CP44 mobile catering gas safety certificate varies depending on:
- •Number and type of gas appliances
- •Complexity of the installation
- •Location and accessibility
- •Whether repairs are needed
Call us on 07414 254125 for a free quote – we'll provide transparent pricing with no hidden fees.
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CP44 mobile catering gas certificate in London: the short answer
CP44 mobile catering gas certificate in London is a commercial gas safety inspection by a Gas Safe registered engineer. We test pipework tightness, appliance operation, flame supervision, ventilation and gas interlocks, then issue a CP42 (fixed kitchens) or CP44 (mobile units) record. Gas Safe registered (Reg. 582607), 24/7 cover with a 2-hour emergency response, free no-obligation quotes. Call 07414 254125.
CP44 mobile catering gas certificate London — key facts
| Service | CP44 mobile catering gas certificate |
|---|---|
| Coverage | All London boroughs, Surrey and the M25 |
| Availability | 24/7, including evenings and weekends |
| Emergency response | 2 hours or less |
| Price | Free quote; CP44 mobile certificates £100–£200 |
| Credentials | Gas Safe registered, Reg. 582607 · £2M public liability |
| Standards | BS6173 commercial catering gas installations |
| Phone | 07414 254125 |
Who needs it
- Restaurants, cafes, pubs and hotels with gas cooking
- Schools, care homes and staff canteens
- Food trucks and mobile catering units (CP44)
- Landlords and tenants of commercial kitchens
- Businesses asked by insurers, EHOs or event organisers
How it works
- Gas tightness test of installation pipework
- Inspect and test each appliance
- Check ventilation and gas interlock operation
- Record defects and any remedial work
- Issue the certificate the same day where compliant
When to call a Gas Safe engineer
- Every 12 months
- Before an EHO, insurer or event inspection
- After installing or moving appliances
- When a previous certificate recorded defects
Quick answers: CP44 mobile catering gas certificate in London
How much does a CP44 mobile catering certificate cost?
Typically £100–£200 depending on unit size and the number of gas appliances.
How often is a cp44 mobile catering gas certificate needed?
Commercial catering gas installations should be inspected and certified at least every 12 months.
Can you certify my kitchen in London quickly?
Yes — we cover London, London and the M25 with 24/7 availability and urgent appointments.
CP44 gas certificates across London
This page covers CP44 mobile catering gas safety certificates London-wide. Choose your borough below for local attendance, event deadlines and on-site LPG testing.