2006-09-25 15:27:47 · 16 answers · asked by wannabesparky 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
PVC is not legal for use with gas anywhere in the United States. It is listed specifically in the National Fuel Gas Code as a prohibited material for gas piping.
You do although have some options beyond black iron pipe. There are new corrugated stainless steal products that are suitable for indoor use. Soft copper tube is also legal under some jurisdictions, and is usually associated with propane installations.
2006-09-26 14:17:55 · answer #1 · answered by lpgnh3 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depending where you live some codes allow the use of PVC for gas. Check with your local code office. Copper piping is still allowed in some areas, but again you need to check your local codes. The best way would be to run black pipe to within two to three feet of the new appliance and then install a gas shutoff and hook the appliance up with an approved flexible connector.
2006-09-25 16:30:53 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO it is not up to code or safe!!!! U must use black steel pipe. It comes in all the same sizes and fittings as pvc put the threads are different for black steel.. Also need to use a thread seal, like a polymear or teflo for gas... DO NOT use plastic pipe in ANY gas situation!!!!!!!!!! Good luck! Also use some soap spit to check all the joints when finished to make sure there are no leaks and what not....
2006-09-25 15:31:03 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO!
NOT SAFE,
NOT WITHIN CODE.
Is this really something you needed to ask? You should just step back and call the gas company before you blow your house away.
2006-09-25 15:30:01 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO. You have to use metal piping for gas lines. You have to be really careful with gas lines, so use a soapy solution to check for leaks. If you see bubbling, that is a leak.
2006-09-25 15:31:34 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I certainly would not use it.. It can, however, be used if it is treated and can withhstand pressure(line pressure) of 60 pounds per square inch.. Can it..
that is why I like treated black pipe.. Its requirement is only 4 PSI
2006-09-25 15:30:03 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
PVC??? not for a gas line my friend...unless you wish to blow up your house
2006-09-25 15:30:27 · answer #7 · answered by mekhtimes 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely not safe. I suggest you call your local gas company and have them do the work. Don't want to blow yourself up, or your house or the neighbours.
2006-09-25 15:44:35 · answer #8 · answered by andrachuk 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would think it is not safe, copper would be better. if that PVC pipe get a crack in it, boy you are in trouble. if you use that please get a gas detect, something like a smoke det
2006-09-25 15:51:02 · answer #9 · answered by queenmidas1014 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure about that, but I do know that its ok for water lines.
2006-09-25 15:30:07 · answer #10 · answered by bmaldon04 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋