Origin LPG: Gas Products Review & Guide

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Along electricity and natural gas, Origin Energy sells LPG to customers in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia, Australian Capital Territory and Tasmania.
LPG customers can choose to exchange gas bottle cylinders when needed, refill their supply by hose, or connect to the metered LPG network where available.
Prices vary but customers will need to pay an annual LPG equipment fee, in addition to supply costs.

A powerhouse of the energy industry, Origin Energy has been switching on Aussie households for more than 20 years.

As an integrated power company, Origin generates and sells electricity and gas, including liquified petroleum gas (LPG), under a variety of services and plans to suit all types of households. With many customers making the switch to LPG, thanks to its consistent quality, for their cooking and heating needs, retailers like Origin, are being put to the test on its LPG services. Origin’s LPG gas plans are claimed to be easy and efficient for customers, but is it the right option for you? Find out below.

Origin LPG prices

Origin delivers LPG and refills gas bottles across most of Australia, claiming to have some of the longest delivery runs and biggest networks in the country. Residential customers have the choice of a bottle exchange or hose refill of their existing gas cylinders, depending on location. Below are LPG prices for both options in each state. Keep in mind that Origin may only offer gas refills to business customers in some areas, not households.

For LPG, Origin charges customers a supply charge which typically costs $40-$45 for each bottle, while it charges another fee for refilling gas cylinders. This is charged per litre. Depending on location and size of the LPG bottle, prices will vary so it’s best to contact Origin for a range of quotes.

How do I order a gas bottle from Origin?

According to Origin Energy, returning customers looking to order a gas bottle, can simply head to the website and fill out the order form under the LPG tab. If you are a new customer however, you will need to sign-up first in order to receive your customer number. New customers can sign up by clicking on the ‘Sign-up Online’ option under the LPG tab.

How long should a gas bottle last?

Gas usage fluctuates throughout the year, thanks to a variety of factors, so it can be difficult to determine the exact life-span of your gas bottle. According to Plusgas, the general rule of thumb for gas bottle usage is four to six weeks, in a four-person home, but usage differs from person to person. Origin, however, are able to look at your past usage levels and determine a regular delivery schedule based on your needs.

According to the Origin Energy website, you can also check your gas levels by pouring hot water onto your gas cylinder. Wherever the cylinder feels cool to touch is where the gas level is at. Caution should be taken when completing this test.

Does Origin Energy offer natural gas?

Yes, Origin offers natural gas plans in addition to LPG. The retailer offers three plans within NSW, VIC, QLD, SA, WA and ACT. Origin is generally fairly price competitive when it comes to natural gas, offering a range of perks to suit a variety of customers. You can check natural gas prices in your area by typing in your postcode to our tool above.

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