Energy Safe Victoria recommend that all types of gas heaters be serviced and safety checked for carbon monoxide at least every two years, so that’s: ~ gas log fires ~gas wall furnaces ~gas ducted heaters ~gas space heaters ~gas energy saver heaters This needs to be done by a plumber licensed in Type … Read more
We’ve written before about the importance of seeing your heater in pieces when you have it serviced and safety checked, whether that’s a gas log fire, a space heater, wall furnace, or ducted heater in your ceiling. Your gas fitter should strip the heater down, so the various components can be cleaned, inspected and tested. … Read more
My gas fitter has just replaced the thermocouple on my heater….what does it do? A thermocouple is a temperature sensor on a gas heater that acts as a safety device by monitoring the presence of a flame. It generates a small voltage when exposed to heat, which keeps the gas valve open. If the flame … Read more
Having your gas heater serviced and safety checked at least every two years offers several important benefits. Here are some of the key advantages: ~Enhanced Safety: The primary benefit of servicing and safety checking your gas heater is ensuring the safety of your home and its occupants. Gas heaters can pose risks such as gas … Read more
Gas heaters – Torquay, Geelong, Ocean Grove, Barwon Heads & surrounding areas There are a few reasons why your heater may be constantly starting and stopping. Firstly, how often is constant? Most models of heaters have thermostats, so when the heater reaches the set temperature on the thermostat, it switches itself off because the room … Read more