LPG Cooker Conversion Table of contentsYou decide to buy a new gas cooker and get excited when it is delivered.So what will you need?Should you buy a second-hand cooker it may not even be possible to convert it over to LPG.You will also need the serial number.Not all gas safe engineers are registered for LPG, so be sure to check.There is also a contact number for you to use if you are not sure[...]
Table of contentsBefore you take possession of your holiday home, ask the hirer what gas safety checks he has carried out?Does the rental have a smoke and carbon monoxide alarm installed?It may take a little time to explain, but it's better to understand how the gas systems work.Then contact the hirer and explain the situation.These ventilation grills are there for a reason.So check the date, [...]
What would we do without gas in our mobile homes? Table of contentsWhat would we do without gas in our mobile homes?The only difference is the gas pressures.Let's say, you fitted a natural gas cooker onto an LPG gas supply.Employ a trained registered LPG Gas safe Engineer to carry out any work for you.With LPG in mobile homes, SAFETY is most important.Yes, I know you want to save on costs who [...]
Changeover Valves Supplied and installed. Table of contentsWhat are changeover valves?Changeover valves can be either automatic or manual.These valves very rarely break but the occasional one will.The cabinet will protect the valve and hoses from the weather.To sum up, changeover valves need replacing every ten years.Safety must always come first over costs. What are changeover valves? [...]
LPG water heaters come in all shapes and sizes. LPG Water Heaters So what one is best for you? Table of contentsLPG water heaters come in all shapes and sizes.Most new LPG water heaters now come with automatic ignition.Most modern LPG water heaters now come with automatic ignition.Forcali designed these water heaters to save time when upgrading.You could also find your building insurance[...]
LPG Installers Table of contentsFirst, what is LPG?LPG engineers are not the same as regular gas engineers.These gas qualifications have to be renewed every five years.A good way to find an LPG engineer is by vising the gas safe register.LPG installers are a rare breed, why you ask? First, what is LPG? LPG otherwise known as Liquefied petroleum gas, such as propane or butane, it is a [...]
Table of contentsDon’t forget to follow this simple LPG safety advice when using LPG gas.What is LPG?Fixed appliancesPortable appliancesGuidance on gas cylindersLPG HosesReplace any hose that’s damaged or showing signs of wear, stiffness, or cracking.We hope this LPG safety advice helps you stay safe. You may be camping at a festival, taking to the waterways even enjoying a caravan break [...]
Table of contentsSo, who needs an LPG safety inspection?What is an LPG safety inspection?Who can carry out an LPG safety inspection?So, ensure the engineer can work on your LPG appliances. Having an annual LPG safety inspection is very important, sadly though this seems to get overlooked till something goes wrong. So, who needs an LPG safety inspection? Anyone you uses LPG as an [...]
Table of contentsYou want to find a Local LPG plumber.You're not asking for much, are you?The main one is to ensure that they’re on the Gas Safe Register.Get in touch with the Gas Safe Register. No card no work.It's very important to check what work they’re qualified to do before you engage them. Ask friends and family for a recommendation.Request their Gas Safe licence number so you can [...]
Table of contentsWhere to start when you need a new LPG boiler, cooker or fire can be very daunting at times.How do you find an LPG Gas Safe Engineer who could install it for you?Before work starts On completion of the work Where to start when you need a new LPG boiler, cooker or fire can be very daunting at times. By replacing your old inefficient boiler though, could reduce up to 30% [...]
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