LPG or Natural Gas Heating
Where a property sits relative to the gas grid decides most of this comparison — LPG serves homes the mains network hasn't reached, with different delivery and storage arrangements to match..
Where a property sits relative to the gas grid decides most of this comparison — LPG serves homes the mains network hasn't reached, with different delivery and storage arrangements to match.
The case for natural gas
Any property with an existing mains gas connection benefits from not needing tank storage, deliveries or the associated outdoor space.
The case for LPG
Off-grid properties where a mains connection isn't available or practical are well served by LPG, using boiler appliances that work in a very similar way.
Which wins when
This usually isn't a real choice but a fact of location — if mains gas has reached the property boundary, few off-grid homes would choose to stay on LPG storage and deliveries instead.
What changes with LPG specifically
- Tank or cylinder siting distances and storage arrangements
- LPG-specific appliance components and injectors
- Regulator and outdoor pipework condition
Who does the work
- Gas Safe registered engineers — registration 554328
- Worcester Bosch accredited installer
- John The Plumb Ltd, company registration 10026483
Get LPG or mains gas heating sorted
Tell us whether mains gas is available at your property and we'll confirm which route applies to you.
Questions we get asked
Can a natural gas boiler be converted to LPG?
Only with the manufacturer's specific conversion kit and a full recommissioning and combustion check afterwards.
Does LPG heating work differently day to day?
The heating and hot water experience is essentially the same; the difference is in fuel storage, delivery and the supply-side components.
What happens if mains gas reaches an LPG property later?
A conversion to natural gas is possible with the appropriate kit, and the tank or cylinders can then be removed.