How Do I Know If My Gas Heater Is Safe?

How Do I Know If My Gas Heater Is Safe?

Expert Advice from Your Licensed Type A Gas Plumber in Melbourne

Gas heater safety is crucial for every Melbourne home and business. As a leading gas plumber in Melbourne, Around the Clock Plumbing not only brings decades of experience but also holds full Type A gas servicing certification—ensuring your gas appliance is serviced to the highest safety and compliance standards.

Why Using a Licensed Plumber with Type A Certification Matters

Choosing a licensed plumber with Type A gas servicing accreditation is not just a recommendation—it’s the law in Victoria for any installation, servicing, or repair of domestic and light commercial gas appliances, including gas heaters, cookers, and hot water systems. Only plumbers with this specific certification have completed the advanced training, passed rigorous competency exams, and are registered with the Victorian Building Authority (VBA) to safely service and repair Type A gas appliances.

Key Reasons to Always Use a Licensed Type A Gas Plumber:

• Expertise and Safety: Type A certified plumbers are trained to diagnose, service, and repair gas heaters safely, including performing carbon monoxide checks and combustion spillage tests.

• Legal Compliance: Victorian law requires Type A certification for servicing and carbon monoxide checks on domestic gas appliances. Unlicensed work is not only illegal but can void your insurance and appliance warranties.

• Insurance and Warranty Protection: Licensed gasfitters provide a compliance certificate for every job, giving you a six-year warranty on workmanship and protecting your manufacturer’s warranty.

• Peace of Mind: You can verify your plumber’s credentials by checking their VBA licence card, which lists their classes of expertise, including Type A appliance servicing.

Gas Heater Safety Checklist- How Do I Know If My Gas Heater Is Safe?

Safety Check	What to Look For / Do
Flame Colour	Blue flame, steady yellow tip only
Soot or Discolouration	None on heater or walls
Gas Smell	No odour of gas
Pilot Light	Stays lit, no popping sounds
Unusual Noises	No banging or rattling
Physical Symptoms	None (no headaches, dizziness, etc.)
Professional Servicing	Every 1–2 years by licensed Type A gas plumber
Carbon Monoxide Alarm	Installed and regularly tested
Certification	Australian Gas Association/SAI Global badge
Ventilation	Flues clear, vents unblocked
Heater Age	Replace if over 10–15 years

Book Your Gas Heater Safety Check with a Licensed Type A Gas Plumber

Don’t risk your safety or your family’s wellbeing with unlicensed or inexperienced tradespeople. Around the Clock Plumbing is your fully licensed and Type A certified gas plumber in Melbourne, ready to provide expert gas heater servicing, carbon monoxide testing, and compliance you can trust.

Contact Around the Clock Plumbing today for a professional gas heater safety inspection. Call us now or visit www.atcplumbing.com.au to book your service with Melbourne’s trusted Type A gas plumbing specialists.