Flued Gas Heater

Looking for the perfect heating solution for your home? With so many choices out there, gas flued heaters stand out as an excellent option worth considering.

At Upside Down, we can provide your home with the cosy warmth you need through professional flued gas heater installation, repair, and maintenance services.

Flued gas heaters are especially efficient at keeping winter’s chill at bay, ensuring you stay comfortable around the clock. Their numerous advantages make them a top choice for those seeking a high-performance and energy-efficient way to heat their home.

When it comes to expert installation, reliable servicing, and prompt repairs for gas flued heaters, you can count on the trusted, fully qualified professional technicians at Upside Down to get the job done right.

A gas-flued heater is designed with a flue, which is a pipe that directs carbon monoxide and other potentially harmful combustion gases safely outside your home. This makes it an ideal heating solution, especially for homes with existing fireplaces that can accommodate the flue, but it can also be easily installed in other settings without any issues.

There are two primary types of gas-flued heaters: convection and radiant. A convection heater circulates warm air throughout the room by blowing it with a fan, while a radiant heater creates a visible gas-powered flame behind a protective grate. The heat from the flame is then spread across the room with the help of a fan component.

Both types of heaters run on natural gas and can be expertly installed by an Upside Down heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) technician, ensuring reliable and efficient heating for your home.

Flued gas heating offers a range of advantages that make it an excellent choice for your home. One of the key benefits is the flue itself, which safely vents carbon monoxide and other hazardous gases outside. This prevents the dangerous buildup of carbon monoxide indoors, which can lead to serious health risks, including potentially fatal poisoning.

Another advantage is that gas-flued heaters can easily be installed in an existing fireplace, providing instant warmth and a cosy, natural fire-like atmosphere. Unlike unflued heaters, they are suitable for use in smaller rooms since the exhaust gases are directed outside.

Flued gas heaters also help reduce indoor moisture by venting water vapour outdoors, minimising the risk of mould and mildew growth. You won’t need to worry about adding extra ventilation, as the flue handles that job.

In terms of efficiency, gas-flued heaters convert about 90% of the gas into usable heat, making them more cost-effective to run compared to electric heaters. Additionally, they produce significantly less carbon emissions unless your electricity comes from renewable sources, further reducing their environmental impact.

Apart from the obvious distinction that one type of heater has a flue while the other doesn’t, there are several other key differences to keep in mind.

An unflued gas heater can be moved from room to room, offering flexibility. However, since it lacks a flue, it should only be used in well-ventilated, large spaces. It's not suitable for smaller areas like bathrooms or bedrooms, as the absence of a flue means pollutants, moisture, and harmful gases remain in the room, posing potential health risks.

On the other hand, a flued gas heater is a stationary unit that must be professionally installed in a fixed location. The flue system safely vents all combustion by-products outside, making it a more secure and reliable option for home heating.

Upside Down offers expert installation services to ensure your gas-flued heater is set up properly and safely, providing the warmth you need without compromising air quality.

With a wide range of flued gas heaters on the market, it’s helpful to know which features to look for when making your choice.

Some models come with convenient remote controls, allowing you to adjust the temperature and fan speed from anywhere in the room. A built-in thermostat also makes it easy to maintain the perfect temperature, while a programmable timer lets you set the heater to turn off at a specific time, adding both convenience and energy savings.

For safety, many heaters come with child locks to prevent accidental adjustments. Additionally, models with electronic ignition instead of a pilot light can help reduce energy consumption. Some units even have a handy filter warning feature that alerts you when it’s time to clean or replace the filters, ensuring the heater runs efficiently.

If you’re unsure about which flued gas heater is right for your home, an Upside Down technician can help guide you through the options to find the perfect fit for your heating needs.

Upside Down is the trusted name for all your gas-flued heating installation, service, and repair needs, and there are plenty of reasons why homeowners across Australia rely on us.

Our fully licensed HVAC technicians are highly experienced with all makes and models of gas-flued heaters. They stay up to date with the latest industry standards through regular training. We’re available around the clock − 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year − and aim to be at your home within an hour* of your call.

We offer a fixed-price guarantee, meaning you won’t be charged extra for weekends, holidays, or after-hours service. Our pricing is by the job, not the hour, so you’ll know exactly what to expect before any work begins.

For added convenience, we also offer flexible financing options** to suit your budget. You’ll enjoy peace of mind with our 12-month workmanship warranty and $20 million public liability insurance. Plus, we provide a Certificate of Compliance (when required), ensuring your heater has been installed or serviced by a licensed professional.

Our service vehicles are equipped with advanced GPS technology to keep you informed of our arrival time, and they carry all the necessary tools and parts to complete the job with minimal disruption to your day.

In addition to installation, Upside Down offers comprehensive maintenance and emergency repair services any time, day or night. Whether your gas-flued heater has stopped working, isn’t performing as efficiently as usual, or is experiencing a specific fault, our certified technicians are ready to restore it to safe and optimal working condition.

Our maintenance services typically include a thorough inspection of both the heater and the flue, carbon monoxide testing (also known as negative pressure and combustion spillage testing), a complete interior clean, and repair or replacement of any faulty parts. We also test the system after servicing to ensure everything is functioning properly.

Upside Down is available 24/7 for emergency repairs. With service vehicles stationed in various locations across Australia, we strive to be at your home within an hour* of your call. So, whenever your gas-flued heater needs urgent attention, you can count on us to get it back up and running safely.