LP Gas Safety Tips & Gas Leak Detection LP gas is quickly becoming the preferred fuel source for property owners across Australia. When you opt to use LPG, you should first be aware of the potential safety risks involved. If you are properly educated about LP gas safety, you won’t have anything to worry about! Here at Hotgas, our team delivers LPG cylinders to properties across the Sunshine Coast & Hinterland and we have become LPG experts. To help you better understand LP gas safety and what you should be aware of when it comes to gas leak detection, we have put together a helpful gu ..read more

How to save energy: Our tips for reducing your next energy bill Want to save energy and cut costs on power? By switching to LP gas and making a few changes you can drastically lower your energy consumption! Reducing your energy usage will mean a more affordable energy bill and a minimised carbon footprint. If you want to take advantage of this win-win situation, there are many simple adjustments you can make around the home or workplace. The team at Hotgas have been assisting Sunshine Coast locals for more than 30 years with their LP gas needs. From Traveston to Caloundra, we deliver gas cyl ..read more

How Much Gas is Left in Your Cylinder? There are many theories about how to check your gas levels. So we will share the best way to check how much gas is left in your cylinder so you don’t get caught out.   What we do not recommend Some people believe that if you tap the side of the cylinder it may sound more hollow or empty than a full cylinder. Others will try and rock the cylinder to listen or feel for movement inside. Similarly, some will try to lift the cylinder to feel how heavy it is. We strongly recommend against doing either of these actions. It can cause leaks to the connecti ..read more

Does your Gas Cylinder Installation Pass the Test? We shouldn’t have to tell you that your gas cylinder installation (pipework, regulator, etc) or gas appliances must be installed by a licensed gas fitter. There are many rules & regulations surrounding the location of your gas system with set clearance zones designed to keep you and your property safe. However, over time things change so it doesn’t hurt to know what you should look out for at your home or business. Solid and Upright Gas cylinders must be located on a solid non-combustible base like concrete or pavers (not on wooden deck ..read more

Old vs New: BBQ gas cylinder changes, what you need to know Are you aware of the BBQ gas cylinder changes in Australia? From the 1st April 2021, a new BBQ cylinder valve has been introduced for both 4kg & 8.5kg sizes and will continue to roll out for all new and retested cylinders. Additionally, all appliances used for BBQ gas cylinders will also be transitioning to a new connection from April 2022 onwards.   Why changes are happening The new Leisure Cylinder Connection 27 (LCC27) valve has been designed to be more user friendly for customers, featuring a right-hand thread. It also ..read more

Recycled gas cylinders for reducing waste Did you know, on average there are 500 gas cylinders thrown away each month just here on the Sunshine Coast? At Hotgas, we aim to do our bit to reduce waste and one key example of this is through recycled gas cylinders.   How our cylinder recycling initiative works In an effort to reduce landfill, Hotgas works exclusively with Noosa Shire Council, Sunshine Coast Council and the Endeavour Foundation Gympie Refuse & Recycling Centre to collect all gas cylinders that have been discarded at tips and recycling centres. We also work with other bus ..read more

Your LPG specialists celebrate 30 years! Time flies when you’re having fun—2020 marked the 30th anniversary for Hotgas. Over the last three decades, our business has evolved into the premier Sunshine Coast family-owned and operated LPG gas supplier. To celebrate our milestone birthday, we put together a fun blog post to explain how we made it to this point and what we have achieved along the way. The Hotgas History Cast your mind back to 1990. John Arnold started assisting the Cooroy and Mary Valley regions as Cooroy & Hinterland Gas from his home at Carters’ Ridge. By the time 1995 ..read more

What are the benefits of LPG? LP gas or LPG is an efficient and convenient fuel option for both homes and businesses. Portable and clean, the benefits of LPG are endless. Here at Hotgas, we deliver LPG throughout most regions of the Sunshine Coast & Hinterland. Backed by extensive experience in the LPG industry, it’s no secret that we are huge advocates when it comes to making the switch to LPG.  To help you better understand the many advantages of LPG, our expert team has put together a helpful guide below. Is LPG affordable? Yes. One of the key benefits of LPG which stands out to ..read more