Gas Heating

Plumbers Oak Park

Gas heating systems are an old-fashioned way of warming your home. However, the world is moving toward greener and more efficient ways to heat. If you have a gas heating system, call in Oak Park Plumbing Service a professional to get it fixed. Oak Park Plumbing Service is a professional that can safely service and repair this system. They’ll make sure your gas pipes are working properly.

Our Gas heating plumbers deliver our plumbing work to Oak Park, but we have extended our plumbing servicing to: Pascoe Vale; Pascoe Vale South; Hatfield; Fawkner; Glenroy; Gowanbrae; Tullamarine; Coburg; Coburg North; Fitzroy; Brunswick; Brunswick East; Brunswick West and Melbourne’s North-West Metro Region.   


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Is Gas Heating the Best?

If you're looking to make a switch from electric to gas heating, you might be wondering if it's the best option for you.


Ultimately, it will depend on your needs and your home's size. But there are a few things to consider: Gas heaters produce heat instantly and can give your home a warm, inviting feel. They also don't leave behind smoke or odors.


However, they need a boiler to burn the fuel and create hot water to circulate throughout the house. Electric heating systems are less expensive up front but can be costly to install.


You'll need to consider whether your property already has the necessary piping infrastructure in place, or if it will require some additional work.

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Gas Appliance Pipe Lengths

Image depicts a kitchen stove gas top being installed by a gas plumber. The light-coloured bench to is complimented by white subway tiles as splash back. The plumber is kneeling down in front of the gas cook top using a tool to fix the gas pipe to the stove. He is wearing a blue cap and orange gloves.

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Is it Cheaper to Heat

with Gas or Electricity?

When it comes to heating water there are several options to choose from and the choice you make can depend on your needs.


Some people will choose gas, others may choose electric, while some will opt for a system that combines both.


The biggest difference between a gas and electric hot water unit is the source of power.


Traditional electric units use electricity to heat the water, whereas gas units rely on natural gas or propane gas to do so. Oak Park Plumbing Service can assist you with your gas heating options.

How is gas used for heating?

The majority of homes in the United States use natural gas for space and water heating, cooking and other home appliances. It is also burned to generate electricity and fuel vehicles.


Residential gas demand is highest during the winter when people burn it to heat their houses. The summer demand is lower, as few people cool their homes with natural gas air conditioners.


Cal Oak Park Plumbing Service for all your gas heating enquiries.

Image depicts two copper pipes running vertically, which appear to be attached to a hot water system. There is a left human hand touching the pipe as if to tighten a copper nut.

Gas Appliance Pipe Lengths

Image depicts a kitchen stove gas top being installed by a gas plumber. The light-coloured bench to is complimented by white subway tiles as splash back. The plumber is kneeling down in front of the gas cook top using a tool to fix the gas pipe to the stove. He is wearing a blue cap and orange gloves.

Gas Appliance Fittings

The Advantages of Gas Heating?

There are many benefits of gas heating, including lower energy costs, more efficient operation, and the ability to produce heat faster than electric systems.


In addition, they tend to be more durable and require less maintenance than electric heaters. Gas heaters work by drawing air from the outside and circulating it through a heated chamber. Because they don’t have to generate their own heat.


Compared to electric heaters, gas heaters typically produce air temperatures. This helps to quickly warm your home and ensure that you’ll be comfortable when you return from a cold day.

FAQs

  • Can In install a gas cooktop myself?

    In general the act of connecting gas to a stove or heater is relatively easy. However, with the ever increasing regulations around gas, it is in your best interests and your families best interest to have a licencnced and experienced plumber undertake the task. That way you can rest knowing everything is done correclty and will pass all inspections. 


    1. Simply call us on 9118 0682 and speak to a member of our team. 


    2. Go to www.plumbingserviceoakpark.com and fill out the request for quote form


    If we are unable to take your call straight away, please a clear message with your contact details and a brief comment about your enquiry and we will get back to you as soon as we can. We may simply have our hands down a blocked drain.


    Because we are a locally owned and operated business, we don’t have a receptionist or call centre, you will speak directly to our plumbers.


  • How long does it take to install a gas cooker?

    Depending on the circumstances, for example a new build or replacement, installation times may vary. But typically, most gas applainces can be installed and set between one-two hours. 

  • How much clearance does a gas cooktop need?

    Typically the clearance for gass cooktops and rangehoods is approximately 600mm. However, according to the Victorian Building Authority (VBA), where the gas cooking appliance and rangehoods have different specifications the large distance should be used. 

  • Can you put draws under a gas cooktop?

    Depending on the design, a draw could be installed under an electric cooktop.

  • How much does it cost to instal a gas cook top?

    Prices differ depedning on the fit out and circumstances surrrounding your appliances. Speak with Oak Park Plumbing today to get your quote.