Gas fires are easy to forget about during summer, but by October they’re in daily use. If your fire hasn’t been serviced in the last 12 months, now is the time to get it done. Older gas fires in particular, which are common in Cardiff’s period homes in areas like Canton, Rhiwbina, and Whitchurch, can develop flue problems and carbon monoxide risks that aren’t obvious from the outside. We service gas fires across Cardiff all year round. Call +44 7812 510121 to book.
When You Need a Gas Fire Service
Get your gas fire serviced annually, even if it seems to be working fine. Signs that it needs attention sooner include a flame that burns yellow or orange, a fire that’s hard to light or goes out on its own, a smell of gas when the fire is on, or soot marks around the fire or chimney opening. Any of these warrant an immediate inspection, not just a service.
Our Gas Fire Service Process
We check the fire’s operation from the controls right through to the flue terminal. We clean the burner, check the thermocouple and any pilot assembly, inspect the seals and firebox, and verify flue draw using smoke or a CO detector. We also check the hearth and surrounding installation for compliance. The service takes about 45 minutes for a standard gas fire, longer for more complex or older models.
Gas Fire Service Cost in Cardiff
Servicing costs vary depending on the type and age of the fire. Older back boiler units take longer and cost a little more. We’ll give you a clear price before we start, and if we find anything that needs repairing, we’ll quote separately before touching anything.
Why Choose Us
Cardiff’s older housing stock means we service a lot of gas fires in chimney breast installations, including back boiler units that require extra care. We’ve been doing this work for over 20 years and we know these older systems well. Gas Safe registered and fully insured for all gas fire work.