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Written by Gas Safe registered engineers who do this work every day across Nottingham, Derby, Leicester and the wider East Midlands. New guides added regularly.

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How Much Does a Commercial Kitchen Cost?

A straight-talking East Midlands guide to real cost ranges, what drives the price, and what should be in every quote.

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Gas Interlocking Systems: What UK Kitchens Legally Need

BS6173 explained — what a gas interlock does, why it's a legal requirement, and what CP42 certification covers.

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Commercial Kitchen Extraction & Ventilation: A Complete Guide

Canopy sizing, airflow rates, grease filters and the compliance checks EHOs actually look for.

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Planned vs Reactive Maintenance: Which Does Your Kitchen Need?

The real difference between a PPM contract and calling an engineer when something breaks — and the cost of getting it wrong.

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School Kitchen Compliance: A Guide for Academies and Trusts

DBS checks, safeguarding, and the specific standards school and college kitchens are held to.

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How to Choose a Commercial Kitchen Fabricator

What separates a proper bespoke stainless steel fabricator from an off-the-shelf supplier.

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Commercial Refrigeration Breakdown: What to Do in the First Hour

Protecting stock and minimising downtime the moment a walk-in or prep fridge fails.

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CP42 Certification Explained: What It Is and Why It Matters

The certificate every commercial kitchen with gas equipment needs — and what happens if you don't have one.

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Kitchen Design for Pubs and Restaurants: Getting the Layout Right

Workflow, service speed and compliance — how good kitchen design pays for itself.

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Fully Electric Commercial Kitchens: Pros, Cons and Costs

What changes when you remove gas from a commercial kitchen spec entirely.

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How Often Should Commercial Kitchen Equipment Be Serviced?

Manufacturer guidance vs real-world servicing intervals for ovens, refrigeration and extraction.

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Choosing a Gas Safe Registered Engineer: What to Check

The credentials, licence checks and questions worth asking before any engineer touches your gas supply.

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