🔥 Is your fireplace or heater ready for winter? Here’s how to tell!

As temperatures drop in Nowra, Ulladulla, Vincentia, and the Shoalhaven region, your fireplace or gas heater becomes essential for keeping your home warm and cosy. But when was the last time you had it serviced?

A poorly maintained heater can be dangerous, inefficient, and costly to run. If you notice any of these warning signs, it’s time to book a professional service with Shoalhaven Hot Water & Heating before winter hits!

1. Your Fireplace or Heater Isn’t Heating Properly

🔥 Does your heater take longer to warm up? 

🔥 Is your fireplace not producing as much heat as it used to?

If your Jetmaster wood, gas, electric, or bioethanol fireplace or Rinnai gas heater isn’t performing as it should, there may be a blockage, fuel issue, or internal problem.

💡 Book a service now to restore maximum heat output!

2. You Notice Strange Smells or Soot Build-Up

🚨 Gas fireplaces & heaters: A rotten egg or sulphur smell could indicate a gas leak – turn off your heater immediately and call a professional! Also, this smell may indicate your gas bottle is empty- call your local Shoalhavcen gas provider to orgnaise a new gas bottle.

🚨 Wood fireplaces: Excess soot or smoke inside your home means your chimney or flue may be blocked, posing a fire hazard.

🔥 Signs to watch for: 

✅ Smoke entering your room instead of venting outside

✅ Unpleasant burning smells or a lingering gas-like odour 

✅ Excessive soot around your fireplace

💡 Book a professional fireplace and flue cleaning today!

3. Your Pilot Light Won’t Stay Lit (Gas Fireplaces & Heaters)

If your Rinnai gas fireplace, portable heater or Jetmaster gas heater keeps turning off or failing to ignite, this could be due to: ✔ A faulty thermocouple ✔ A clogged burner or gas line ✔ A ventilation or airflow issue

💡 Regular servicing keeps your gas heater running safely and efficiently. Call us today before the winter rush!

4. Unusual Noises – Popping, Hissing, or Whistling Sounds

🔥 A healthy fireplace or heater should operate quietly. If you hear: 

🚨 Popping or cracking sounds (wood fireplaces) – Could mean moisture build-up in the wood or a flue issue. 

🚨 Hissing or whistling (gas heaters) – Could indicate a gas leak or ventilation issue.

Don’t ignore these noises – they could be warning signs of a bigger problem!

💡 Call Shoalhaven’s fireplace specialists for an inspection.

5. It’s Been Over a Year Since Your Last Service

Regular maintenance keeps your fireplace or heater safe, efficient, and long-lasting.

📅 How often should you service your heater? 

✔ Gas fireplaces & heaters – Every 12 months 

✔ Wood fireplaces & flues – Every 12 months (or more if used frequently) 

✔ Electric fireplaces – Every 1-2 years for cleaning & electrical checks

💡 Book your annual fireplace or heater service with Shoalhaven’s experts today!

Why Regular Servicing is Essential

✅ Safety First: Prevent gas leaks, fire hazards, and carbon monoxide poisoning. 

✅ Lower Running Costs: A serviced heater uses less energy, saving you money. 

✅ Better Performance: Get stronger, more consistent heating all winter. 

✅ Longer Lifespan: Protect your investment and avoid costly repairs or replacements.

📞 Call Shoalhaven Hot Water & Heating for expert fireplace & heater servicing in Nowra, Ulladulla & the South Coast!

Book Your Fireplace or Heater Service Today!

Don’t wait for a breakdown in the middle of winter – ensure your Jetmaster or Rinnai heater is in top condition now. During winter wait times may extend out to 1-2 weeks. Now is the time to get your service done, and be ready for that first cold snap!

📍 We service fireplaces & heaters across Nowra, Shoalhaven, Ulladulla, Vincentia & the South Coast.

📞 Call (02) 44231534 to book your service today!