Is there natural gas in Christchurch?

No — Christchurch has no reticulated natural gas network, so gas hot water here runs on LPG, usually from paired 45kg bottles. We install, service and repair LPG systems across the city and wider Canterbury.

How long does a pair of 45kg LPG bottles last?

It depends on household size and how much hot water you use. A continuous-flow unit only burns gas while a tap is running, which stretches bottles much further than older storage califonts. We'll give you a realistic estimate when we size your system.

Can you replace my old califont with a new unit?

Yes, it's a common job. We check the existing gas line and flue, install and commission the new continuous-flow unit, and certify the work before we leave.

Do I get a certificate for gas work?

Where the work requires it, yes — we issue a Gas Certificate of Compliance once the job is finished and tested. Keep it with your house paperwork; insurers and buyers often ask for it.

Continuous-flow or gas storage — which suits my home?

Most Christchurch homes suit continuous-flow: endless hot water and no cylinder to keep warm. Storage still makes sense in some setups. We'll assess your household and quote both options upfront.

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LPG continuous-flow and gas storage hot water — repairs, servicing, replacement and new installations across Christchurch.

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Gas hot water services in Christchurch

Gas hot water

Christchurch has no reticulated natural gas network, so gas hot water here runs on LPG. We install, service and repair LPG hot water systems of every size, from single-bathroom units to whole-house setups.

Gas hot water repairs

No hot water, ignition faults or a controller flashing error codes — we diagnose the fault, carry common parts on the truck and get you back in hot water fast.

Gas hot water servicing

Regular servicing keeps your unit efficient and safe. We clean filters, test combustion, check flues and confirm gas pressures are where they should be.

Gas hot water replacement

When a unit is past economic repair, we swap it for a correctly sized new model, upgrade the pipework where needed and take the old one away.

Gas hot water installation

New builds, renovations and conversions from electric — we size the unit, sort the LPG bottle setup, run the pipework and certify the lot.

Gas water heaters

From compact units for small homes to high-flow models for big families, we match the heater to your household so you're not paying for capacity you don't use.

Gas califonts

Still running an old califont? We replace and upgrade older units with modern, efficient continuous-flow models — properly flued, commissioned and certified.

Continuous-flow gas hot water

Endless hot water on demand, heated only when you turn the tap on. It's the most popular gas setup in Christchurch homes, and our most-installed system.

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Hundreds of happy Christchurch customers

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On-the-ground response, every day

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Done right or we come back

Signs your gas hot water needs repair

No hot water at all, or it runs out far faster than it used to
Pilot light or electronic ignition keeps failing
Water temperature fluctuates between hot and cold
Water leaks around the unit, valves or pipework
Error codes showing on the controller or display
Strange smells or soot marks near the unit — turn it off and call us

Certified gasfitters, proper paperwork

All gas hot water work is carried out or supervised by certified gasfitters. Where the job requires it, we issue a Gas Certificate of Compliance once the work is complete and tested — your record that the installation is safe and legal.

If you're looking at gas hobs, heating or other gas work alongside hot water, our gasfitting team covers the lot.

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How it works

Call or Quote

Ring us or send the quote form — tell us what's going on.

We Assess

A local plumber checks your system and confirms the right fix or replacement.

Upfront Price

You get a clear price for the work before any tools come out.

Job Done

Work completed, tested and backed by our written workmanship guarantee.

Areas we cover in Christchurch & Canterbury

Our Christchurch team covers the whole city and every Canterbury district, with no extra travel charge inside our standard service area.

Christchurch Central North Christchurch West Christchurch East Christchurch Banks Peninsula Selwyn District Waimakariri District Hurunui District Mid Canterbury Mackenzie & Inland Canterbury

What Christchurch customers say

"Burst pipe at 9pm on a Sunday, they were here within the hour and had it sorted by midnight. Lifesavers."

Sarah M. · Christchurch

"Quoted upfront, turned up on time, tidy work. Replaced our hot water cylinder with zero drama."

David T. · Papanui

"Friendly, professional, and reasonably priced. Hard to find all three in one tradie these days."

Anna B. · Merivale

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