How Much Does it Cost to Install Vent Free Gas Logs?

Question

I just bought a house. The previous owners took the gas logs with them, but the tank and lines are still there. I bought a NEW set of Vent Free Gas Logs to replace them. How much should I expect to pay for a professional to come hook them up? (im in SC)

Also, It looks like all I would have to do is hook the logs up to the line and test for leaks. Should I try this myself? I dont want to blow up the house! Ha =)

Answer 1

Yes, all you need to do is hook them up and test for leaks with soapy water. It's not that hard, but there are different types of hookup connectors. Do you know anyone who is a handy DIY? If you hire someone, it shouldn't be more than about $100 if the gas line is already there. Also keep in mind there is a difference between gas and LP logs. Do you have the right ones?

Answer 2

Gas log fireplaces have "fake" logs which absorb/radiate heat and glow, simulating wood logs. They burn natural gas which is piped into the fireplace. The advantages are that they're cleaner; no ashes to clean-up, no bringing logs into the house, no woodpile storage outside, no stray embers burning holes in your carpet or wood floors. They're easier to light; just turn on the gas valve and ignite it. Gas log fireplaces obviously don't have the aroma and crackling sound some people enjoy with a wood-burning fire. When burning a natural gas log fireplace, there is a continuous flow of gas feeding the fire, which raises your gas utility bill. Firewood is expensive too, though (especially if you buy it already split and aged and pay for delivery), so you have to weigh-out the cost of operating each type. There are also gas-fired wood burning fireplaces, where the gas supply assists in getting the fire going by adding fuel to the flame until the wood is sufficiently burning, at which point the gas valve is turned off. These types of fireplaces can be easily converted to gas log fireplaces with the installation of the log kit (a couple hundred bucks).

Answer 3

I'll bet if you call the company that fills the tank, you can get them to hook the unit up for free if you sign a contract to buy your gas from them.
However, if the original gas logs were a permanent fixture of the house, & not an appliance, then the previous owner had no right to remove the unit in the 1st place, & you may have the right to proper compensation for replacing the unit they removed.

Keep all of your receipts, & check with your attourney who handled the purchase of your house.

Keep Safe!

Answer 4

yeeeeeessssssss ! teflon tape & a crescent wrench! , then dribble soapy water on connection ( dawn / palmolive & water )!

spread the lava rock!
done!