Hi, our gas boiler was moved when we had an extension built and the gas supply pipe is now at least 20m from the meter with many bends. It's time to replace the boiler but my plumber says the gas pressure at the boiler is way too low (I think he said 13?) and advises sorting this out before getting a new boiler, which I want to do. What do I do about getting the pressure increased? The gas pipe from the meter to the original boiler position is buried under the house somewhere. The extension to the gas pipe is visible. It looks about 16mm diameter. It might be possible to run a new, larger diameter gas pipe around the outside of the house. Would an upgrade to the meter help?
Can anyone suggest from my description roughly what the solution is, and who I need to contact for more advice? It's a 5 bedroom house so ideally we need a bigger boiler. We also have a gas hob and a gas coal-effect fire.
I have spoken to a couple of companies who upgrade supplies and meters, but they can only carry out the work I request, and not advise me what needs to be done. Any pointers in the right direction would be very welcome. I'm in Wiltshire. Thanks
Can anyone suggest from my description roughly what the solution is, and who I need to contact for more advice? It's a 5 bedroom house so ideally we need a bigger boiler. We also have a gas hob and a gas coal-effect fire.
I have spoken to a couple of companies who upgrade supplies and meters, but they can only carry out the work I request, and not advise me what needs to be done. Any pointers in the right direction would be very welcome. I'm in Wiltshire. Thanks
