2007-02-27 13:34:56 · 7 answers · asked by ohmercymercyme! 4 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
This should be permitted and performed by a licensed plumber but if you're halfway handy, its not that difficult.
Shut off gas meter-be sure tang is perpendicular to pipe-(off)
Find location such as plugged or capped line and tap off this location. Or look for union or reverse coupler and install axs "T".
If no easy tap spots are found- you must cut and rethread pipe with union or reverse coupler depending on location.
Use black pipe and be sure to size properly to accommidate proper BTU rating of appliance.
Do not use teflon tape....the best material to seal threaded joints is Rector Seal available at hardware stores.
Be sure to install houseline valve where gas line ties into specific appliance.
Use flex line and be sure to mate flared with flared fittings and pipe thread to pipe threads. (this is the biggest cause of leaks).
Once line is complete and connected to appliance, take spray bottle, fill 95% water and add tablespoon of liquid dishwashing detergent to bottle. Spray leak detection spray liberally on ALL joints and connections. Go outside to meter and turn on. Check flow at meter at 1/2 ft test hand for obvious movement. If ok, enter and check all joints that were sprayed and reapply. If leak appears shut off meter and repair. Usually utilities provide 1/4 lb pressure to house so bubbles from leaks are easily visible.
A proper test would include shutting off meter and all houseline valves and installing presure gauge (downstream of meter) with valve that allows for bike type pump-pressurize to 15 lb and wait 4 hours to be sure gauge holds.
Good luck.
Sacramento Gas Man
2007-02-27 16:13:23 · answer #1 · answered by gas man 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The first thing I am going to say is "How much do you enjoy living?" Gas is so extremely flammable, that YOU should not mess with it under no circumstances. There are many different types of gases, and each one requires different handling. Some are heavier than others, and require larger pipes, to ensure proper burning in the appliance the gas serves. The piping in your house was installed for the fixtures that are already there, and adding a pipe, will result in one or more of your appliances receiving less gas than they require. This could cause serious problems, from excess carbon monoxide, or a pilot light goes out, and gas builds up, and an explosion could occur. Please, call a professional, they are trained to work with gas, and they will warranty the job. This isn't a job for a DIY'er. Working on a gas line requires a permit and an inspection, so that you have peace of mind when you go to sleep.
2007-02-27 22:53:56 · answer #2 · answered by poppyman54 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
this depends on what you want to run on the gasline....like a bbq or an outdoor heater?? or adding a gas stove for your kitchen...
is the basement finished??unfinished?? unfinished will help..new house, old house?? high pressure or low pressure??
high pressure smaller line.. low pressure usually bigger line..
call a professional..
2007-02-27 22:22:45 · answer #3 · answered by flashmp1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Shut off the gas. Unhook the current line and put in a T , run black galvanized pipe to where you want it, use c clamps to hold up, put shut off valve to whatever appliance you are running it to, use teflone tape on fittings, run the tape the opposite way you are running the fittings or it will come off when you unscrew, check with soapy water for leaks.
2007-02-27 21:44:40 · answer #4 · answered by floatnfun 4 · 0⤊ 3⤋
By hiring a professional.
2007-02-27 21:40:53 · answer #5 · answered by ? 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Call your gas company/supplier - they will have installers that can do it for you.
2007-02-27 21:43:44 · answer #6 · answered by T J 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
a plumber threads pipe & hooks to your existing system!
2007-02-27 22:42:41 · answer #7 · answered by Bonno 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋