Strabane resident gives gas five stars
Posted: 14 Apr, 2025
The only regret a local Strabane woman has about switching to gas is that she didn’t do it sooner. Pauline Harte saw the transition to gas as an opportunity to upgrade to a more efficient, eco-friendly system when she noticed her oil burner nearing the end of its lifespan. After a smooth and seamless installation by Evolve, Pauline is now enjoying a more comfortable living space, with constant hot water and hassle-free heating.
"I made the decision to switch to gas because my oil burner was on its last legs, and I wanted to take this as an opportunity to make a more environmentally friendly choice," Pauline said. "I’ve always heard that gas is cleaner, and after considering all my options, it felt like the right time."
One of the biggest advantages Pauline has experienced since switching is the constant availability of hot water. Before, Pauline relied on an immersion heater to heat her water, a process that often left her waiting to get things done. With her new gas system, hot water is available instantly. This is a game changer in her eyes, especially when her grandchildren come to visit.
She explained: "One of the main benefits for me is the instant hot water. When my grandchildren stay over, I can run their baths without having to wait for the immersion heater to kick in. It makes things so much easier, and it’s such a convenience to have hot water all the time for lots of different things.”
The installation was a smooth experience for Pauline. The engineers completed the work within a day, keeping her informed at every stage, The team worked efficiently, ensuring there was little impact on her home.
"I was so impressed by how straightforward the whole process was," Pauline said. "The team at Evolve made everything so simple and easy. They were friendly, helpful, and ensured everything was running as it should. I didn’t have to worry about a thing."
In addition to the convenience of instant hot water, Pauline noted that her home feels much cosier now with the new gas heating. The heating system provides a more consistent warmth throughout the house, and she has also been pleasantly surprised by the extra space in the hot press, an added benefit she wasn't expecting.
Overall, Pauline is delighted with her decision to switch to gas and would highly recommend it to others. "Gas has definitely made a difference in my home," she says. "It’s cleaner, it’s easier to manage, and it’s a lot more efficient. I’m very happy with the choice I made, and I’d encourage anyone considering a switch to gas to go for it. Gas is class!"
A number of connection offers, including fully funded conversions and grants, are available to residents in the Evolve network area to assist with the cost of connecting to gas for a limited time only. Further details about upgrading to gas, including available financial incentives, can be found by completing the handy postcode checker.
"I made the decision to switch to gas because my oil burner was on its last legs, and I wanted to take this as an opportunity to make a more environmentally friendly choice," Pauline said. "I’ve always heard that gas is cleaner, and after considering all my options, it felt like the right time."
One of the biggest advantages Pauline has experienced since switching is the constant availability of hot water. Before, Pauline relied on an immersion heater to heat her water, a process that often left her waiting to get things done. With her new gas system, hot water is available instantly. This is a game changer in her eyes, especially when her grandchildren come to visit.
She explained: "One of the main benefits for me is the instant hot water. When my grandchildren stay over, I can run their baths without having to wait for the immersion heater to kick in. It makes things so much easier, and it’s such a convenience to have hot water all the time for lots of different things.”
The installation was a smooth experience for Pauline. The engineers completed the work within a day, keeping her informed at every stage, The team worked efficiently, ensuring there was little impact on her home.
"I was so impressed by how straightforward the whole process was," Pauline said. "The team at Evolve made everything so simple and easy. They were friendly, helpful, and ensured everything was running as it should. I didn’t have to worry about a thing."
In addition to the convenience of instant hot water, Pauline noted that her home feels much cosier now with the new gas heating. The heating system provides a more consistent warmth throughout the house, and she has also been pleasantly surprised by the extra space in the hot press, an added benefit she wasn't expecting.
Overall, Pauline is delighted with her decision to switch to gas and would highly recommend it to others. "Gas has definitely made a difference in my home," she says. "It’s cleaner, it’s easier to manage, and it’s a lot more efficient. I’m very happy with the choice I made, and I’d encourage anyone considering a switch to gas to go for it. Gas is class!"
A number of connection offers, including fully funded conversions and grants, are available to residents in the Evolve network area to assist with the cost of connecting to gas for a limited time only. Further details about upgrading to gas, including available financial incentives, can be found by completing the handy postcode checker.