LPG Gas has gone form being used where there’s no grid electrical supply – to being used as a cost-effective and reliable alternative to grid power. Today, it’s common for LPG gas systems to be installed to supplement solar power solutions as well as grid...
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Does water pressure affect your gas geyser?
The answer is yes. Water pressure does affect the efficiency of gas geysers. They are dependent on water pressure to operate as they do not hold a large amount of water ready for use like large standard electrical geysers. They are also activated by water...
Safety tips when cooking with gas
Cooking with gas is very economical. It’s also safe - as long as you pay attention to certain safety measures. Following are some tips on how to cook safely with gas: Before you cook: If you smell gas when you walk into the kitchen, do not try to light the...
Is it safe to add extensions to existing gas lines?
Doing anything with gas installation – from gas lines to appliances – is potentially very dangerous if it’s not done with care. Gas is volatile and if you are making any form of repair, replacement or addition to your gas installations, you need to do it...
Survive the load shedding by choosing gas
We all seem to be able to adapt to what has become a regular occurrence in South Africa. However, that hot cuppa in the morning or the relaxing Milo before bed should not be a privilege. The best way to ‘survive the load shedding’ in South Africa is to...
Appliance conversion to gas – which Appliances can convert?
Appliances are expensive, so many people ask whether they can opt for conversion to gas rather than replacing the appliances outright.Appliance conversion – gas to gas:If you are thinking of converting your propane gas appliances to natural gas, or vice...
The conversion of gas appliances process and the risks
The first thing to know about the conversion process of gas appliances is that not all gas appliances can be converted. Check your gas appliances for a warning against trying to do a conversion from Propane to Natural Gas or vice versa. If there isn’t a...
Gas appliance conversion to suit Natural and LP Gas
Gas is much cheaper than electricity in South Africa. Gas appliances are more energy efficient, and they are more environmentally friendly than electrical appliances. Stringent safety and compliance regulations have also added the popularity of domestic...
Installing Water filtration systems in your home for clean and healthy water
Depending on the area in which you live, the water that comes out of your tap can have a variety of contaminants, from fluoride to heavy metals and various other organic and man-made chemicals and pollutants. Luckily, installing water filtration systems...
Do you know if you have a safe gas connection on your property?
Gas is one of the most economical power sources available, and also one of the cleanest, but it’s also potentially the most dangerous. Gas leaks can kill. Gas can suffocate you if you are sleeping or cannot smell the leak, and cause explosions and fires....
Blocked drain causes and how to stop the blocking
A blocked drain can be caused by several things. Although blocked drains in your kitchen or bathroom can often be cleared with drain cleaner, if the blockage persists or recurs, you’ll need to get in a professional plumber. What causes a blocked drain The...
Gas Compliance Certificate in the Johannesburg Area
One of the most common questions that we get asked at Whitelaw Plumbing and Gas is, “Do I need a gas compliance certificate?” However, we also work with a plethora of clients who don’t even know what a compliance certificate is. If you are a homeowner or...