Can I convert my fireplace to gas if I don’t have a natural gas line?

• <div><p>Yes, you can have a gas line professionally installed to convert your traditional fireplace to natural gas; just know it’ll be an extra cost to budget for. The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-average-cost-85-run-natural-gas-line.htm">cost to run a gas line</a> where you don’t already have one is about $540, though most homeowners pay between $260 and $820. Your total could be significantly higher if you don’t already have a main gas line running to your home.</p></div>

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Q: Can you turn your own gas supply off?

• <div><p>Natural gas companies advise only shutting off the gas supply at the meter yourself if you smell natural gas or suspect there is a leak, typically following an emergency. Instead, you can shut off gas to individual appliances when necessary. If you want to turn off your natural gas entirely, you should contact your utility company. You&rsquo;ll generally also need to acquire a permit to work on your natural gas line.</p></div>

Q: Why hire a professional for gas piping installation or repair?

• <div><p>Ensures safety and compliance with local codes, preventing leaks and related hazards.</p></div>

Q: What are the disadvantages of propane?

• <div><p>The biggest disadvantage of propane is that heating systems and appliances powered by propane tend to cost more than gas-powered ones. Propane is also dangerous since it can create frostbite if it touches the skin and can easily combust if mishandled. It&rsquo;s also quite cumbersome to buy or replace propane tanks, so many people choose to have propane delivered to their homes&mdash;an extra cost and logistical challenge that can be a headache.</p></div>

Q: Are there standard pipe sizes?

• <div><p>Yes. There are a variety of standard pipe sizes used in plumbing. The main supply line connecting your home to the street is either 3/4 or 1 inch in diameter. Supply lines are 3/4 inch in diameter. Individual components are 1/2 inch in diameter. Meanwhile, your main drainpipe is often 4 inches wide. Most shower and bathtub drains are 2 inches in diameter, most toilet drains are 3 inches in diameter, and most <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/sink-drain-pipe-size.htm">sink drainpipes</a> are 1 1/4 or 1 &frac12; inches in diameter.</p></div>

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Horizon Enterprises offers heating services for residential and commercial clients. Horizon Enterprises also does plumbing repairs, remodeling, construction, drain cleaning, water heater repair and servicing, refrigeration installation, repair and services, and LP (propane) and natural gas system repair. The company offers emergency service 24/7 and free estimates.Horizon Enterprise’s foundation consists of efficient, reliable and cost effective heating, air conditioning and more!

"This winter 2018 I had a pipe burst outside of my house. It was an emergency situation and I had to act fast. I called Horizon. The arrived right away, stopped my leak, and got the job done professionally. I was treated fairly and with respect. I recommend these guys to anyone! This is a community business and I will be using them again! Pastor John Michael Stewart New Hope Pentecostal Church."

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"This winter 2018 I had a pipe burst outside of my house. It was an emergency situation and I had to act fast. I called Horizon. The arrived right away, stopped my leak, and got the job done professionally. I was treated fairly and with respect. I recommend these guys to anyone! This is a community business and I will be using them again! Pastor John Michael Stewart New Hope Pentecostal Church."

John S on March 2018

Gas Logs questions, answered by experts

Natural gas companies advise only shutting off the gas supply at the meter yourself if you smell natural gas or suspect there is a leak, typically following an emergency. Instead, you can shut off gas to individual appliances when necessary. If you want to turn off your natural gas entirely, you should contact your utility company. You’ll generally also need to acquire a permit to work on your natural gas line.

Ensures safety and compliance with local codes, preventing leaks and related hazards.

Yes, you can have a gas line professionally installed to convert your traditional fireplace to natural gas; just know it’ll be an extra cost to budget for. The cost to run a gas line where you don’t already have one is about $540, though most homeowners pay between $260 and $820. Your total could be significantly higher if you don’t already have a main gas line running to your home.

The biggest disadvantage of propane is that heating systems and appliances powered by propane tend to cost more than gas-powered ones. Propane is also dangerous since it can create frostbite if it touches the skin and can easily combust if mishandled. It’s also quite cumbersome to buy or replace propane tanks, so many people choose to have propane delivered to their homes—an extra cost and logistical challenge that can be a headache.

Yes. There are a variety of standard pipe sizes used in plumbing. The main supply line connecting your home to the street is either 3/4 or 1 inch in diameter. Supply lines are 3/4 inch in diameter. Individual components are 1/2 inch in diameter. Meanwhile, your main drainpipe is often 4 inches wide. Most shower and bathtub drains are 2 inches in diameter, most toilet drains are 3 inches in diameter, and most sink drainpipes are 1 1/4 or 1 ½ inches in diameter.

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