Heating & plumbing specialists across Bristol and the South West
Urgent heating or plumbing problem? 0117 990 2735
Heating & plumbing specialists across Bristol and the South West
Urgent heating or plumbing problem? 0117 990 2735
An LPG boiler service checks your boiler is working safely and efficiently, and helps prevent future breakdowns. Our Gas Safe registered engineers service LPG boilers across Bristol and the surrounding area.
Tell us about your LPG boiler and when suits you, and we’ll get back to you to arrange a visit.
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LPG boiler service, Bristol
Annual servicing is the best way to keep your LPG boiler working at its best and avoid serious, long-term breakdowns. Our knowledgeable, experienced engineers carry out a range of tests and checks to make sure your boiler is running as safely and efficiently as possible.
LPG boilers run on liquefied petroleum gas stored in a tank or cylinders, usually in homes off the mains gas network. LPG burns at different pressures from natural gas, so the boiler is set up differently, and the engineer who services it must be Gas Safe registered for LPG work. A yearly service can extend your boiler’s lifespan, reduce the likelihood of faults and is often a requirement of its guarantee or warranty.
Working throughout Bristol and the surrounding areas, including the rural villages where LPG is common, we also provide boiler repairs, LPG boiler installations and boiler servicing for landlords.
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What’s included
Our engineer removes the boiler casing and works through a set of LPG-specific safety and efficiency checks, from the burner to the supply. Here’s what an LPG boiler service covers.
We inspect the flue terminal and the boiler’s pipework, making sure combustion products are leaving your home safely and nothing is blocked, damaged or leaking.
We review the boiler’s safety devices and equipment, so it will shut down safely if something goes wrong.
We check the LPG heat input and gas pressure, and reset the operating pressure where needed, so the burner runs as it was designed to on LPG.
We check the combustion fan and inspect the ignition system, two common causes of lockouts and failed starts.
We check the water and LPG seals inside the boiler for signs of wear or leaks, and replace them where required.
We check your LPG storage tank or cylinders and the supply to the boiler, then review your controls to make sure your heating responds as it should.
Wondering what it costs? Read our guide to boiler service prices in Bristol, or how to prepare your boiler for winter.
LPG safety
LPG is heavier than air. If it leaks, it sinks and collects at low level, in cellars, drains and low-lying spaces, rather than rising and dispersing like natural gas. That’s why the boiler, its seals and the supply pipework need checking every year. Keep a working carbon monoxide alarm near the boiler too, and call us if you notice anything unusual.
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Smell LPG? Turn off the supply at the tank or cylinder valve if it’s safe to do so. Don’t use electrical switches or naked flames. Open doors and windows, leave the property and don’t go into cellars or other low areas where LPG can collect. Call your LPG supplier’s emergency number, usually shown on the tank, cylinder or your bill. The National Gas Emergency Service (0800 111 999) covers mains gas.
On the day
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Clear the area around the boiler so we can remove the casing and reach the pipework. If you’re confident doing so, switch the boiler off about 30 minutes before we arrive so it can cool.
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We remove the boiler casing, inspect and clean the components inside, and check the terminals, pipework and seals.
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We check the heat input, gas pressure and operating pressure, the fan and ignition, and the LPG tank or cylinders and supply.
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Most LPG services take around an hour. If we find a fault, we show you, explain your options and can quote for the repair there and then.
Why book a service
Off-grid heating deserves the same care as mains gas. Here’s what an annual LPG boiler service does for you, from a local team based in Patchway.
You’ll often need an annual service to keep your boiler’s warranty or guarantee valid and up to date.
A boiler that’s set up and running efficiently uses less fuel, so each tank or cylinder delivery lasts longer and your energy bills stay down.
Our trained engineers can detect potentially dangerous issues, including carbon monoxide leaks and worn LPG seals, before they put you at risk.
Many home insurance policies require an annual boiler service to keep your cover valid.
Landlords’ gas safety duties apply to LPG appliances as well as mains gas, so LPG boilers need an annual gas safety check. We can service the boiler and carry out the check in one visit, and issue your Gas Safety Certificate (CP12).
Qualified. Accredited. Accountable.
Gas work must only be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer, and oil systems by an OFTEC registered technician. Our accreditations mean the work in your home is done to recognised standards, properly certified and registered where it needs to be.
Up to 12-year boiler guarantees available on selected Worcester Bosch models and installations. Terms apply.
Our engineers are registered to work safely and legally on gas appliances.
Gas Safe registration no. 576406
Qualified to install, commission and service oil-fired boilers and tanks.
OFTEC registration no. C501845
Trained on Worcester Bosch boilers, with extended guarantees on selected models.
Registered to design and install Nu-Heat underfloor heating systems.
Qualified to install and service unvented hot water cylinders.
Questions
Can’t see your question here? Call the team on 0117 990 2735, drop us a message or browse all our FAQs.
We strongly advise having your LPG boiler serviced at least once a year to keep it running properly, efficiently and safely. During the annual service our Gas Safe registered engineers carry out thorough inspections, finding and fixing faults before they turn into long-term problems. An annual service also keeps any boiler guarantee or warranty you have in place valid.
Most of the time, an LPG boiler service takes around 60 minutes. The engineer works through a series of safety checks and measurements, which includes removing the boiler casing to inspect and clean the components inside, and inspecting the pipework and your LPG storage tank or cylinders. If something needs more time, we’ll explain before going further.
A few simple preparations help. Make sure the area around your boiler is clear, so the engineer can inspect the boiler and pipework and remove the casing. If you’re confident doing so, switch the boiler off around 30 minutes before your appointment so the key components can cool. It also helps if we can reach your LPG tank or cylinders easily.
Only a Gas Safe registered engineer who is qualified to work on LPG. Gas Safe registration covers specific types of work, and an engineer’s ID card lists what they’re qualified to do, so it’s worth checking it shows LPG. All AMW engineers who work on LPG boilers are Gas Safe registered, and we are Worcester Bosch accredited partners.
We check the LPG supply to your boiler as part of the service, including the storage tank or cylinders and the pipework. Most bulk tanks are owned and maintained by the LPG supplier, so if we spot a problem with the tank itself, we’ll tell you and advise you to contact them.
If our engineer finds a fault, they’ll show you the problem, explain what it is and talk you through your options for repairing or replacing the parts involved. They can give you a quote for any repair work there and then, on the same day. Find out more about our boiler repairs.
Our engineers work throughout Bristol, Bath, Clevedon, Nailsea, Portishead, Weston-super-Mare and the surrounding areas, including the rural villages where LPG heating is common. As well as servicing, we provide boiler installations, boiler repairs and a range of plumbing services. Contact us to book a job.
As Gas Safe and OFTEC registered engineers, we offer gas, oil and LPG boiler installation; gas and oil boiler servicing; gas, oil and LPG boiler repairs; landlord boiler servicing and gas safety checks; landlord boiler cover; underfloor heating; and plumbing services, including repairs.
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Areas we cover
From our base in Patchway, we service LPG boilers across Bristol, Bath, Clevedon, Nailsea, Portishead, Weston-super-Mare, Yate and Corsham, and the rural towns and villages in between.
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Surrounding towns and villages
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