Can I have a gas supply for my hob/stove in the kitchen?
Yes a 9kg cylinder in a cupboard either next to the hob or another cupboard usable. But not underneath the hob. The cupboard must be vented for dispensation of any gas that might leak from the cylinder.
If I have my gas supply outside my house can it be anywhere?
Yes although the following conditions apply....
Minimum of 1 meter from a door or window
2 meter from an open drain (Does not include storm-water drains)
5 meter from an electrical source i.e. air-conditioning unit, pool pump, plug point, mains switchboard (DB Board)
5 meter away with a built double brick firewall from a thatch roof.
Do I need 1 or 2 gas cylinders?
Depends on the system and installed components/appliances. One 9kg/19kg is fine for a gas stove or hob
Two 48kg cylinders are preferable for a Gas water heater(geyser) or fireplace as it may not work optimally and you don’t want to run out of gas as you are in the middle of a shower more so in the middle of winter!
Do i need a certificate for my gas installation even if its just a small installation?
Yes you need a gas certificate for any stationery or built in gas appliance that's connected to a gas system that is either a connection inside the cupboard or a system outside with pipes running about to supply gas.
Please note that gas roll about heaters or a patio heater or patio roll about braai, any appliance that is not stationery does not need a gas certificate.
COSTS???
There is a charge of R250 for quoting on site for Installation requirements in and around Roodepoort if you are more than 10km in radius from Roodepoort there will be a call out fee incurred of R550 - R750 depending on where you are.
Gas Certificate (COC) - for existing installation - R1250.00 (including call out.) The System will be examined to ensure it is compliant to the (SANS) Regulations and Standards also that none of the pipes or mechanics have been damaged or perished or tampered with. The System will be pressure tested. Should the System not be compliant, a quote to correct it will be given then only after the work is done a certificate of compliance will be issued.
Basic Gas Installation- (Outside) - R2900.00. Basic installation(back to back) includes 2-3 hours labor a 4kg Gas Regulator, shut off valve, 3 - 5 meter piping, gas certificate and mechanics.
Indoor Gas Installation - (Cupboard) - R1900.00 Includes Regulator, up to 2m piping, gas certificate and mechanics.
!Note this does not include the gas cylinder! NB. Larger Installations are based on the requirements of the customer and are quoted according to size and amount of meters for individually. The hob/stove will be adjusted, leveled and tested a leak test will be performed on completion of the installation a Compliance Certificate issued on final completion.
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