A reliable heating system can transform how and when you use your campervan or motorhome.

WeConvert installs LPG space-heating and hot-water systems from our private workshop in Blackburn, including Truma Combi systems, LPG blown-air heaters and suitable replacement appliances.

Whether you are planning a new campervan conversion, upgrading an existing motorhome or replacing an older heating system, we can manage the complete installation around your vehicle, layout and intended use.

All LPG pipework, appliance gas connections, pressure testing, commissioning and gas-safety documentation are completed by a competent leisure-vehicle LPG subcontractor involved directly in the installation.

We serve customers across Blackburn, Darwen, Accrington, Burnley, Rossendale, Bolton, Chorley, Preston and the wider Lancashire and North West area.

LPG Heating and Hot Water for Campervans

LPG remains a popular choice for campervans and motorhomes because one fuel supply can potentially support space heating, hot water and cooking appliances.

Depending on the system selected, LPG heating can provide:

• Blown-air space heating
• Stored hot water
• Combined heating and hot water
• Multiple warm-air outlets
• Thermostatic temperature control
• Gas and electric operating modes
• Frost-protection functions
• Effective heating when away from mains hook-up

The right appliance depends on the vehicle size, insulation, available installation space, water requirements and how you intend to travel.

A compact weekend camper may only require a standalone space heater. A larger panel van or motorhome used throughout the year may benefit from a combined heating and hot-water system such as a Truma Combi.

We assess the complete vehicle before recommending a system.

Truma Combi Installation

A Truma Combi combines blown-air space heating and stored hot water within one appliance.

This makes it a practical option for larger campervans and motorhomes where the owner wants dependable heating, hot water for a sink or shower and a neatly integrated system.

Depending on the model selected, a Truma Combi may operate using:

• LPG
• LPG and mains electricity
• Diesel
• Diesel and mains electricity

Our LPG heating service covers appropriate LPG and LPG-electric models.

A typical Truma Combi installation can include:

• Truma Combi appliance
• Digital or compatible control panel
• Warm-air ducting
• Multiple heating outlets
• Cold-water supply
• Hot-water pipework
• Drain and frost-protection valve
• 12V electrical supply
• Mains connection for electric-capable models
• LPG supply and isolation
• Exhaust and combustion-air terminal
• Testing and commissioning

The appliance needs suitable space around it for connections, ducting and future maintenance.

We therefore plan the installation alongside the furniture, water system, electrics, gas storage and available wall or floor space rather than treating the heater as a standalone component.

Truma Gas and Electric Heating

Selected Truma Combi models can operate using LPG, mains electricity or a combination of both.

This can be useful for customers who want:

• LPG heating while travelling off-grid
• Electric operation while connected to campsite hook-up
• Combined gas and electric heating for faster warm-up
• Hot water without space heating
• Space heating and hot water from one appliance

An LPG-electric appliance still requires both a suitable gas installation and an electrical system capable of supplying the appliance correctly.

Where an electric-capable model is selected, we assess the existing mains hook-up, consumer protection and available electrical capacity as part of the installation.

Propex and LPG Blown-Air Heater Installation

Not every campervan requires a combined heating and hot-water system.

Where space heating is the main requirement, a standalone LPG blown-air heater may provide a simpler and more compact solution.

Depending on vehicle suitability and product availability, we can install appropriate heaters from established leisure-vehicle manufacturers such as:

• Propex
• Truma
• Whale

A standalone LPG heater may suit customers who:

• Already have a separate hot-water system
• Do not require hot water
• Have limited space for a larger appliance
• Want to retain an existing water installation
• Prefer LPG to diesel heating
• Need to replace an older blown-air heater
• Already have a suitable LPG supply

The installation can include the heater, controls, electrical supply, warm-air ducting, gas supply, combustion-air arrangement, exhaust terminal and commissioning.

LPG Water Heater Installation

Some campervans require hot water without a combined space-heating appliance.

A suitable LPG water heater may be considered where:

• A diesel heater already provides space heating
• Hot water is required for a sink or shower
• Heating and hot water need separate controls
• An existing motorhome water heater requires replacement
• The layout does not suit a combined appliance

The installation may involve:

• Leisure-vehicle water-heating appliance
• Cold-water supply
• Hot-water pipework
• Water pump integration
• Drainage and frost protection
• LPG connection
• Electrical controls
• Exhaust or wall terminal
• Testing and commissioning

Only appliances specifically suitable for leisure-vehicle use will be considered.

Domestic instantaneous water heaters are not suitable substitutes for purpose-designed campervan and motorhome appliances.

Choosing Between LPG and Diesel Heating

Both LPG and diesel heating can provide effective warmth in a campervan or motorhome.

The best option depends on the vehicle and how it will be used.

LPG heating may be suitable when:

• The vehicle already has an LPG system
• Heating and hot water are required from one appliance
• A Truma Combi system is preferred
• Quiet operation is important
• LPG is already used for cooking
• Electric campsite operation is desirable
• A motorhome-style integrated system is required

Diesel heating may be suitable when:

• Fuel from the vehicle’s main tank is preferred
• Space heating is the main requirement
• LPG storage space is limited
• A compact standalone heater is suitable
• The vehicle is regularly used off-grid
• Hot water will be provided separately

We can discuss both options before you commit to an installation.

The cheapest appliance is not always the best long-term solution. Installation space, fuel availability, expected winter use, maintenance and the need for hot water should all be considered.

Planning the Installation

A heating system must fit properly within the vehicle without obstructing access, storage or other important equipment.

Before recommending an installation, we consider:

• Vehicle make and model
• Wheelbase and roof height
• Internal volume
• Insulation quality
• Number and size of windows
• Available furniture space
• Existing water system
• Existing electrical system
• LPG storage arrangement
• Warm-air duct routes
• Exhaust-terminal position
• Future servicing access

Possible appliance locations may include:

• Beneath a fixed bed
• Within a rear garage
• Inside a suitable seat base
• Within purpose-built furniture
• Inside an existing heater compartment
• In a protected storage area

The preferred location must allow the appliance to be installed in accordance with its instructions and remain accessible for inspection and servicing.

We will not install a heater where access, ventilation, gas routing or exhaust positioning would be unsuitable.

Warm-Air Ducting and Outlets

Correct ducting is essential for distributing heat effectively through the vehicle.

Depending on the layout, warm-air outlets may be positioned in areas such as:

• Main living space
• Seating area
• Sleeping area
• Kitchen
• Washroom
• Rear garage
• Near external doors

We consider the duct diameter, length, number of bends and number of outlets.

Adding excessive branches can restrict airflow and reduce performance. In some vans, fewer carefully positioned outlets will work better than a complex ducting arrangement.

Ducting must also remain protected from stored equipment, furniture fixings and heat-sensitive materials.

Hot-Water and Plumbing Integration

Combined heating systems need to be integrated correctly with the campervan or motorhome water system.

This can involve:

• Cold-water supply
• Hot-water distribution
• Water pump
• Sink and shower supplies
• Drain valve
• Frost-protection valve
• Suitable pipework
• Accessible isolation
• Pressure compatibility

Where the existing water system is unsuitable or incomplete, additional plumbing work may be required before the appliance can be commissioned.

The installation will be designed so that important valves, connections and service components remain accessible.

LPG Supply and Specialist Gas Work

The LPG system must be suitable for the appliance and any other gas equipment fitted within the vehicle.

The specialist gas work may include:

• Assessment of the existing LPG installation
• Regulator checks
• Cylinder or tank supply arrangements
• New LPG pipework
• Appliance isolation
• Pipe support and protection
• Appliance gas connection
• Pressure testing
• Commissioning
• Required gas-work documentation

All LPG pipework, appliance connections, pressure testing and commissioning are completed by a competent leisure-vehicle LPG subcontractor.

The gas specialist is involved in the installation rather than being asked simply to approve completed pipework afterwards.

If the existing gas installation does not meet the requirements for the new appliance, necessary corrections or upgrades will be explained before commissioning.

LPG Cylinders and Gas Lockers

Where a suitable LPG supply is not already installed, the project may require a new gas-cylinder locker or another approved storage arrangement.

A suitable gas locker may require:

• Secure cylinder restraint
• Sealed separation from the living area
• Low-level drop ventilation
• Suitable access
• Correct regulator mounting
• Protected pipework
• Safe cylinder replacement

The available space and furniture layout will determine whether a suitable locker can be incorporated.

Loose or temporary gas cylinders will not be installed within the living area.

Refillable cylinders and underslung LPG tanks may also be considered where the system and specialist competence required are suitable for the project.

Replacement LPG Heating Systems

We can assess older LPG heating and hot-water appliances that require replacement.

Replacement may be appropriate where:

• The existing appliance is unreliable
• Replacement parts are no longer available
• The appliance has been declared unsafe
• The controls or flue system have failed
• The current system no longer meets the owner’s needs
• A combined heating and hot-water appliance is preferred
• The conversion is undergoing wider refurbishment

A replacement appliance will not always fit directly into the same space.

The work may require changes to:

• Furniture
• Warm-air ducting
• Gas pipework
• Electrical wiring
• Water connections
• Exhaust terminal
• Control panel
• Drainage
• Existing wall or floor openings

We inspect the current system before confirming what can reasonably be retained.

LPG Heater Fault Finding

We can arrange assessment of selected LPG heating and hot-water problems.

Typical symptoms may include:

• Heater will not ignite
• Appliance starts and then stops
• Control panel displays a fault code
• Space heating works but hot water does not
• Hot water works but heating does not
• Appliance operates on electricity but not gas
• Appliance operates on gas but not electricity
• Heating output is poor
• Water discharges unexpectedly
• Frost-protection valve repeatedly opens
• Fan or controller behaves incorrectly

These systems combine gas, combustion, water, electricity and electronic controls, so the visible symptom may have several possible causes.

Gas-related diagnosis and appliance testing will be completed by the competent LPG subcontractor or an appropriate product specialist.

Where manufacturer-specific internal repair or software diagnostics are required, referral to an approved service provider may be necessary.

New Conversions and Existing Campervans

LPG heating can be installed as part of:

• A complete campervan conversion
• A partial campervan conversion
• A self-build project
• An existing professional conversion
• A factory-built campervan
• A suitable motorhome upgrade

The best time to plan a heating system is before furniture and wall finishes restrict access.

Early planning allows suitable locations to be reserved for the appliance, gas locker, ducting, water pipework, controls and exhaust terminal.

We can also work on suitable completed vehicles, although retrofit installations may require furniture removal or alteration.

Privately Owned and Rental Vehicles

You must tell us whether the vehicle is:

• Privately owned for personal use
• Rented or hired to customers
• Used commercially
• Employer-owned
• Being prepared for rental

Different competence, registration and documentation requirements can apply to hired and business-use vehicles.

We will confirm whether the proposed work falls within the scope of the appointed LPG subcontractor before accepting the booking.

Customer-Supplied Appliances

We may install a suitable customer-supplied heater, subject to inspection and acceptance by both WeConvert and the LPG subcontractor.

The appliance must be:

• Suitable for leisure-vehicle use
• Complete and undamaged
• Supplied with installation instructions
• Supported by the manufacturer
• Compatible with the vehicle
• Supplied with the correct flue and fitting components

We may decline used appliances of unknown history, incomplete kits, unsupported imports or equipment that cannot be installed and commissioned correctly.

Product warranty remains with the customer and their supplier where the appliance was not supplied by WeConvert.

Our Installation Process

1. Initial enquiry

Tell us about your vehicle, current conversion, intended usage and heating or hot-water requirements.

Please also confirm whether the vehicle is privately used or operated commercially.

2. Vehicle assessment

We inspect the available installation space, water system, electrical supply, LPG arrangement, ducting routes and possible terminal positions.

The LPG subcontractor may also need to inspect the vehicle before the final design is confirmed.

3. System recommendation

We recommend an appropriate appliance and installation layout.

Where suitable, we can compare LPG and diesel heating options.

4. Written quotation

Your quotation will explain:

• Appliance and equipment supplied
• WeConvert installation work
• LPG subcontractor work
• Plumbing and electrical work
• Furniture alterations
• Testing and commissioning
• Assumptions and exclusions

5. Installation

We complete the agreed appliance mounting, furniture, ducting, plumbing and electrical work.

The LPG subcontractor completes the gas elements within their agreed scope.

6. Testing and commissioning

The gas system and appliance are tested and commissioned by the competent LPG specialist.

Applicable documentation is completed by the person responsible for the gas work.

7. Handover

We explain the appliance controls, isolation points, hot-water operation, frost protection and routine user checks.

Manufacturer literature and relevant commissioning documentation will be provided where available.

Why Choose WeConvert?

Complete managed installation

We coordinate the heater, furniture, ducting, plumbing, electrics and specialist LPG work as one project.

Competent LPG subcontractor

Gas pipework, connections, testing and commissioning are completed by a competent leisure-vehicle LPG specialist.

Practical system design

We recommend the heating system around the vehicle and intended use rather than choosing an appliance in isolation.

New installations and upgrades

We can work on new campervan projects, suitable self-builds, existing conversions and selected motorhomes.

Clear responsibility

Your quotation explains which work is completed by WeConvert and which elements are handled by the LPG subcontractor.

Local workshop service

Our Darwen workshop serves customers from Blackburn, Accrington, Burnley, Rossendale, Bolton, Chorley, Preston and across Lancashire.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you install Truma Combi heaters?

Yes. We can install suitable Truma Combi LPG and LPG-electric heating and hot-water systems, subject to vehicle assessment and appliance availability.

Who completes the gas work?

All LPG pipework, appliance gas connections, pressure testing, commissioning and associated documentation are completed by a competent leisure-vehicle LPG subcontractor.

Is the LPG installation simply signed off afterwards?

No. The gas specialist is involved in planning and completing the work within their scope. We do not offer retrospective approval of LPG pipework installed without their involvement.

Can a Truma Combi provide both heating and hot water?

Yes. Suitable Truma Combi models provide blown-air space heating and stored hot water from one appliance.

Can you install a Propex heater?

Yes, subject to product suitability, vehicle assessment and acceptance by the LPG subcontractor.

Can you connect a heater to my existing gas system?

Possibly. The existing regulator, gas storage, pipework and isolation arrangements must first be assessed by the LPG specialist.

Can you install heating in a self-build campervan?

Yes, subject to inspecting the vehicle and existing work. Planning the installation before permanent furniture is fitted will normally provide the best result.

Can you work on rental campervans?

This must be disclosed before booking. Additional Gas Safe or competence requirements may apply, and we will confirm whether the subcontractor has the correct scope.

How much does a Truma Combi installation cost?

The price depends on the appliance, existing LPG system, plumbing, electrics, ducting, furniture alterations and exhaust-terminal location.

Vehicle details and photographs are required before an initial estimate can be provided.

How long does installation take?

A prepared installation may require several workshop days. A full retrofit involving gas storage, plumbing, electrical work, ducting and furniture alterations can take longer.

Request an LPG Heating Quote

To help us assess your project, please provide:

• Vehicle make, model and year
• Campervan or motorhome type
• Wheelbase and roof height
• Whether the vehicle is private or commercially hired
• Existing LPG system details
• Existing gas appliances
• Cylinder, refillable system or underslung tank details
• Current water-system information
• Current electrical-system information
• Heating and hot-water requirements
• Preferred appliance, if known
• Photographs of the interior
• Photographs of the existing gas locker and regulator
• Your postcode
• Preferred timeframe
• Approximate budget

Whether you need a Truma Combi, a standalone LPG heater or a replacement heating and hot-water system, WeConvert can assess the vehicle and manage the complete installation with the required specialist LPG work.