Android / iPad Gas Applications

[GasMaster]

Hi Guys, Ive had to set up a new account as i couldn't remember my old Password and the link to reset didn't work, (previously Desperado dan)

Any how,

This goes out to all Gas Engineers, it seems to be increasingly apparent that Paper is definitely on its way out, this goes for CP12's and invoices, Ive recently got an iPad and bought both the kids a cheap Android device of ebay for christmas, while i was getting used to them, i had a quick look on the iTunes AppStore and the Google Play store for what software was about for us Gas Engineers, To my surprise there was quite a few, For Invoicing there is Quickbooks and Invoice2Go, they seem very easy to use and dont alienate people with a barmy price tag, for the Gas Software, (Cp12's, service reports, Breakdown reports etc) there is Gas Checker iOS Gas Checker Android- £15.99 per year, and Commusoft- £75.00 per month, and EasyGas - £100 one off and £40.00 per year.

I cant afford Commusoft, and when i had the trial the CP12 was not great, so then i was left with Gas Checker and Easy Gas, I know it sounds crazy but the most expensive isn't always the best if you compare Gas Checker to Easy Gas Gas Checker is so much easier to use and Navigate through, and its got some great little features, like add to contacts, upload logo,

Has Anyone else got any reviews or feedback on any other apps that may suit me to use for work?

 

[zeebeedee]

How do you leave a copy with the customer if its all electronic?

 

[TBServices]

I use gas checker, just email to myself, landlord/agent and to tenant. Brilliant. Best bit is not having to fill out all your details every time. It also alerts you when the next cert is due.

 

[AlexGas]

Sorry Dan, I'm fine with my pen and paper.

 

[zeebeedee]

What's the legal standpoint on this? Not everyone has email and it was my understanding a copy must be left on the premises there and then

 

[dancinplumba]

What's the legal standpoint on this? Not everyone has email and it was my understanding a copy must be left on the premises there and then

it is the responsibility of landlord/agent to ensure copy is on premises not the gsr

 

[Rob Sale]

The tenant only has to have a copy on request within 28 days.

 

[Linkyplumb]

Sorry Dan, I'm fine with my pen and paper.

same here

 

[PETE 123]

Im waiting for the day when (an easy solution not one that requires a lot of headaches ) you can get your phone call a template up, fill in form/invoice/job ticket and print to a cheap basic printer in your van.

 

[rodders09]

I use gas checker and its worth the money I paid for. I'm a bit weary sometimes because the person who wrote the APP is also a gas engineer and he's got access to all the certificates that get generated on each account. So bear that in mind.
He might decide to use that information for is own business or sell it to other firms.

 

[TBServices]

It's good when you need help with it though. Send him an email and he's straight on the phone, great service

 

[EPH]

I'm on EasyGas here, it's won us loads of extra work to be honest.

 

[TBServices]

I'm on EasyGas here, it's won us loads of extra work to be honest.

How? Lol

 

[erpkid]

Sorry Dan, I'm fine with my pen and paper.

Same here it took long enough to get me off quill and parchment............

 

[EPH]

How? Lol

Professionalism really.

They look better than the triplicate pads you keep in the van, the letting agents love them. We've just taken 65 properties on that have been done poorly before because they love how easy it is to transfer the documents, nothing gets lost or damage, copies are simple and available at the touch of a button on my iPad.

I send the documents over when I do each one, they have a permanent copy on their files to do with what they want and so do we.

Cheaper than what normally gets spent on pads over 12 months too, no brainier.

 

[TBServices]

Professionalism really.

They look better than the triplicate pads you keep in the van, the letting agents love them. We've just taken 65 properties on that have been done poorly before because they love how easy it is to transfer the documents, nothing gets lost or damage, copies are simple and available at the touch of a button on my iPad.

I send the documents over when I do each one, they have a permanent copy on their files to do with what they want and so do we.

Cheaper than what normally gets spent on pads over 12 months too, no brainier.

Agree on all counts. Makes life easier for all involved

 

[GasMaster]

I use gas checker and its worth the money I paid for. I'm a bit weary sometimes because the person who wrote the APP is also a gas engineer and he's got access to all the certificates that get generated on each account. So bear that in mind.
He might decide to use that information for is own business or sell it to other firms.

this sounds a bit worrying, i have just spoken with gas checker and they informed me that when i signed up to the app there was a disclaimer to say that they do not share or pass on data to any 3rd parties, its also on the privacy policy page. They have also informed me certs only get sent back to gas checker server, when the sync button is pressed in settings, so for me thats fair enough, if you have any issues then dont press sync i suppose.

 

[GasMaster]

Well, i have now upgraded to Gas Checker PRO, for £15.99 for the year its a no brainer, the Leisure certs cost me £12.00 for like 30 certs so, for an extra £3.00 how can i not upgrade. The Guy who has the App tells me they are about to spend £35k on extra features, like invoicing, manuals, spares job sheets etc, all included in the £15.99. Ive had a run through with them and honestly its simple to use and fast.

will let you know how i get on when in the field.