Gas Pipework: Installations, Alterations & Capping
Whether you are completely re-configuring a property layout, upgrading an appliance, or need a gas supply made safe for builders to begin work, iWarm handle all domestic gas pipework alterations. As independent Gas Safe engineers, we ensure your home’s gas infrastructure is correctly sized, safely routed, and legally compliant.
Pipe Sizing & Pressure Loss
Gas doesn’t just flow; it loses pressure as it travels. Every meter of pipe, every bend, and every elbow fitting creates resistance. If a pipe run is too long, or if multiple appliances (like a high-output combi boiler and a 5-burner gas hob) are demanding gas simultaneously, a standard pipe diameter will cause the working pressure to drop below safe manufacturer tolerances.
We don’t guess pipe sizes. We calculate the exact required diameter based on the total kW demand of your appliances, the length of the run, and the resistance of the fittings to ensure your system operates safely and efficiently without starving your boiler or cooker of gas.
Property Renovations & Temporary Capping
If you are ripping out a kitchen or undergoing major property development, live gas pipes pose a massive risk. We work alongside homeowners, builders, and kitchen fitters to manage the gas supply throughout the project:
- Temporary Disconnections: Safely capping off live supply pipes so demolition and structural work can proceed without hazard.
- Pipe Rerouting: Altering and concealing pipework to accommodate new kitchen layouts or relocated boilers, ensuring all hidden pipework is correctly sleeved and protected against corrosion.
Complete Appliance Integration
If you are having a new boiler, gas cooker, or hob installed, the pipework routing is handled concurrently. We install the required infrastructure directly alongside the appliance, ensuring seamless connection, correct clearances, and immediate commissioning.
Tightness Testing & Compliance
Every alteration to your gas supply, no matter how minor, requires strict safety verification. Upon completion of any pipework installation or capping, we perform a comprehensive gas tightness test across the entire property to guarantee there are zero pressure drops or leaks on the network.
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