Who and how much money does it cost to hire someone 2 shift/relocate up my water and gas lines in my basement?

Question

Planning on finishing my basement here in the near future. The only problem I see myself running into is the the whole gas/water piping. I only have maybe 6 feet of clearance from floor to lowest pipe and I was wondering how I go about getting the pipes shifted up. Is this an expensive thing to do and who do I usually hire to do such a job? What are my other options into getting more head space down in the basement? Looking for something decent maybe like half to another foot. Any feedback would be appreciated... Thank you!

Answer 1

You need to get estimates from several local plumbers. Relocating these pipes will have your utilities off for awhile, so you will need some other place to stay. Pricing depends on the type of pipe you have, and how far the pipes need to be rerouted. When you undergo a job like this, you will need permits, and inspections. If you don't feel comfortable overseeing the job, check out a general contractor. He will be your eyes, and make sure the job progresses on a timely manner. Get references, check with the Better Business Bureau, before you sign any contract, with anyone. And never let anyone tell you to give them too much money up front.

Answer 2

It sounds like some people would like to make a mountain out of a mole hill. I've been in the business for 47 years and in fact moved my lines and, changed them to copper as I went. They were the old style and some were in poor shape, some hot water lines were almost closed with calcification. So, I just switched everything as I went.
Why you'd have to leave and stay with anyone is beyond me, your only moving one line at a time and the same with all these other contractors "overseeing" a job, no wonder it's so expensive.

Your only moving one line at a time, think about it, and, you can stop anytime you want. How may lines do you have, maybe six eight at the most. A full days job, maybe.
Get a good man with a torch and some pipe and a helper, in fact you could help.

Answer 3

Cowboy is right it isn't that big a deal and you don't need a general contractor. Look for a local handyman. They are cheaper and this is not a major job.