Gas Fitters & Plumbers Newcastle

Gas leaks can lead to dangerous situations in confined spaces or near any ignition source. If you smell gas within your home or on your property, you should first turn off all gas appliances and pilot lights to eliminate any naked flames. You should then isolate the supply at your gas meter and call a licensed gas fitter. Move you, your family and pets as far away from the leak as possible until a professional arrives.

Yes! You should only ever use a fully licenced gas fitter to carry out any work on your gas service to ensure the repairs are done according to the Australian Standards. Enviromate Plumbing are fully licenced for these works and can provide you with a certificate of compliance on completion.

You can check online to see if the local gas authorities currently supply your area at www.gonaturalgas.com.au.  If there is gas in the area, you can then submit an application yourself for a new connection and the supply authority should get back to you within 10 days, with either a price or request for further information.

Yes. However, you will have to apply with your local gas authority first. They will then provide an offer outlining their charges for the disconnect and reconnect. You will also need a licenced gas fitter to relocate your pipework so the new meter can be connected.

LPG gas gives more heat energy per megajoule, however, it is only available in bottles and is generally more costly. Natural gas is supplied via your local gas authority through a meter – meaning, it is always available and is much cheaper.

Yes! A gas appliance such as a water heater, room heater or oven should be serviced regularly as per the manufacturer’s guidelines. This may involve cleaning blocked burners, air filters, fans, inspecting safety controls and replacing any faulty parts. A regular service should prolong the life of your appliance and keep them safe to use.