Heating Christchurch

Central heating

Central heating is literally heat generated from a central source and can be fuelled by gas, solid fuel or electricity. A well-installed central heating system can keep your entire house at a consistently comfortable temperature – that’s got to be something to look forward to when you live in or around Christchurch!

Our qualified team of professionals can:

Help you choose a central heating system that is tailored to suit your needs
Install system devices and thermostats to give you total room-by-room control.
Ensure your central heating system is installed to the manufacturer’s recommended standards.

Gas heating

As a source of instant heat, nothing beats gas heating. With little to do but flick the switch and set the temperature gauge to your desired setting, gas heaters are ideal for Christchurch and Canterbury winters.

Our qualified gasfitters can:

Suggest the most effective gas heating options for your needs
Recommend suitable appliances for your room size and air space
Provide advice on safety and compliance issues

Heating Services Include:

Installation of freestanding gas heaters
Installation of gas heaters into your existing fireplace
Maintenance and repair all your gas heating appliances
Installation and maintenance of your external gas barbecue or landscaping features

Solid fuel heating made simple

It’s often said that ‘nothing beats a real fire’. These days however there are complex regulations governing the use of solid fuel heaters in the Christchurch and Canterbury region and it can be confusing trying to work out what you can and can’t do. At Whitehead Plumbing & Gas we understand the rules and can provide you with advice on installing approved solid log, coal and pellet heating systems that meet your needs and meet compliance regulations.

We can:

Install freestanding units or into existing fireplaces
Maintain and repair your existing solid fuel heating system
Ensure that your flue system is safe and meets regulatory standards