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Q: Who puts in a gas line for a fireplace?

• <div><p>You should have a licensed plumber to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/who-installs-or-runs-gas-line.htm">install a gas line</a> for your new gas fireplace. As experts in all things natural gas, these professionals understand how to work with gas safely to avoid explosions, leaks, and other potentially hazardous situations. They also know how to handle the other aspects of the process, including pulling permits, digging trenches, and connecting new gas lines to old lines.</p></div>

Q: Is pipe measured by ID or OD?

• <div><p>In North America, pipe measurements are listed as the nominal pipe size (NPS). This measurement refers to the outside diameter. As an example, a 1/2-inch copper pipe has an outside diameter of 5/8 of an inch. If a hardware store lists a pipe as having a 2 NPS, it means that all the pipes with this measurement have a 2 ⅜-inch outside diameter, regardless of wall thickness and inside diameter.</p></div>

Q: Is it expensive to convert to a gas stove?

• <div><p>It costs anywhere from $125 to $2,000 to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/should-i-convert-my-electric-stove-gas.htm">convert an electric stove to gas</a> because it all depends on the current setup of your kitchen. For example, if you already have a gas line behind your stove, you could pay as little as $125 to have a plumber hook up your new range. Running a new gas line, however, costs between $260 and $820. If you don&rsquo;t have gas service at all, you&rsquo;ll spend around $2,000 to set it up. </p></div>

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: How much does it cost to convert a wood fireplace to gas?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-convert-wood-fireplace-gas.htm">cost to convert a wood fireplace to gas</a> ranges from $500 to $5,500 on average, with most people paying $3,000 for a conversion. Both wood and gas fireplaces have pros and cons&mdash;gas fireplaces are easier to clean and maintain, while fires in wood-burning fireplaces are especially warm and cozy.</p></div>

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Last update on November 04, 2025

Reviewed in June 2022
This company was amazing! We contacted them and within a week, they had contacted us back. They set up a time, called the gas company, and all parties needed to make sure they knew where not to dig. They came in an afternoon, and within a little over an hour and a half the fence was...
Dog Guard
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Reviewed in October 2018
A thorough inspection and cleaning was performed on our gas fireplace and furnace. A complete report was provided by the technician on the services which were provided in a professional manner with attention to detail. Thank you, Justin!
Dalton Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Electric and Fireplaces, Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2017
I was very impressed with Tim the first time I met him. I was surprised by how fast I was contacted by him, I was contacted right after I logged off of the HomeAdvisor web site.. When I set up a time to met with Tim, he arrive at the scheduled time. When I hired him for the job he was able...
Tim Nichols Construction
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Reviewed in November 2013
I have had my furnace and fireplace checked for several years by another company who did a very thorough job. I watched this done several times so I know what should be done when checking a furnace and fireplace. The company I normally use was so backed up, I called All Star. They were out to...
ALL STAR PLUMBING & HEATING
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Reviewed in April 2013
We are very pleased. The last time we had work done we chose Twin Oaks because it was a lower bid and they left a huge mess. They cut down the trees but didn't clean up the mess. This time, Expert Tree came promptly after receiving the bid, cleaned up after themselves, and kindly left a few...
EXPERT TREE CO
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Reviewed in June 2012
Noticed on Sunday night that the blower on our furnace had stopped. Had heard it the during the week making noises and should have called sooner, but then on a Sunday night it quite. Fortunately it wasn't bitterly cold out and was able to keep house warm with our infraheater and space heater. ...
Jim Hundley Heating & Air Conditioning
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Reviewed in April 2010
We had two furnaces in our house that needed to be replaced. After getting quotes from 3 contractors, Ron Baker with Quality Air was the one we decided to go with. One furnace is in a particularly tight spot in a poorly designed utility room - Ron measured carefully and said he'd be able to get...
Quality Air Heating & Cooling
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Jim Hundley Heating & Air Conditioning

525 Main St

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Jim Hundley Heating & Air Conditioning

525 Main St

4.27(

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Customers say: Terrific value

30 years of experience

HVAC and plumbing repair, replacement, new construction and remodels

"Fixed in 15 minutes or less and charge was minimal. Knew I didn't have heat and showed up very quickly. Would hire again"

Daniel J on December 2019

HVAC and plumbing repair, replacement, new construction and remodels

"Fixed in 15 minutes or less and charge was minimal. Knew I didn't have heat and showed up very quickly. Would hire again"

Daniel J on December 2019

Dalton Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Electric and Fireplaces, Inc.

Dalton Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Electric and Fireplaces, Inc.

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

At Dalton Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Electric and Fireplaces, Inc., "Your comfort is our promise" is more than just a slogan. We have been servicing the surrounding Cedar Falls, IA area since 1959 and have always had the latest equipment to provide quality plumbing, heating, air conditioning, air quality, and fireplace services to our local customers. We have 12 master technicians that are ready to serve you and provide top assistance. Call us today to schedule an appointment.

"Honestly, I really wish I could give a better review. Most of the people we have worked with at Dalton have been very polite and they always come out to work on our systems. They installed our grandmothers system so we decided to go with them as well. Unfortunately we paid for a new heat pump system (A/C/Furnace Combo) and since it's been installed they've had to come out 5 or 6 times now. the first four times were because settings were improperly configured on the circuit board of the furnace unit. Each time they came out they had different techs with them saying different things. First the furnace wasn't adequately cooling the house and the noise coming from it was really obnoxious. So we had issues with cooling, now we go to test the furnace to make sure we have heat for the cold nights that are coming and we have no heat. The breaker outside had to be replaced, the unit won't pull gas. It's just been a mess. One of the technicians straight up gaslit us insisting that the sound our furnace was making was "normal as far as I can tell" and tried refusing to come service it, saying he wanted to get a factory representative, but then when he showed up he agreed it was too loud, did a little research and fixed the problem (without the factory rep). Like come on guys. We spent like almost 15 grand with you and this is how we get treated? We just want our stuff to work. Customer service is not what this review is based on, we have a 15 thousand dollar piece of metal that doesn't function properly and, unfortunately, that is a bigger deal to me than a rude technician. It has been months since this was installed, it needs to be remedied I'm getting sick of this. Update: they replaced the furnace completely. As of tonight it is still not functioning as advertised. Don’t buy a heat pump system here, it’s not worth the trouble. I also really like how the owner responds to all these nice reviews but hasn't had anything to say about the horrible experience we've had. Real cool."

Joshua D on November 2023

"Honestly, I really wish I could give a better review. Most of the people we have worked with at Dalton have been very polite and they always come out to work on our systems. They installed our grandmothers system so we decided to go with them as well. Unfortunately we paid for a new heat pump system (A/C/Furnace Combo) and since it's been installed they've had to come out 5 or 6 times now. the first four times were because settings were improperly configured on the circuit board of the furnace unit. Each time they came out they had different techs with them saying different things. First the furnace wasn't adequately cooling the house and the noise coming from it was really obnoxious. So we had issues with cooling, now we go to test the furnace to make sure we have heat for the cold nights that are coming and we have no heat. The breaker outside had to be replaced, the unit won't pull gas. It's just been a mess. One of the technicians straight up gaslit us insisting that the sound our furnace was making was "normal as far as I can tell" and tried refusing to come service it, saying he wanted to get a factory representative, but then when he showed up he agreed it was too loud, did a little research and fixed the problem (without the factory rep). Like come on guys. We spent like almost 15 grand with you and this is how we get treated? We just want our stuff to work. Customer service is not what this review is based on, we have a 15 thousand dollar piece of metal that doesn't function properly and, unfortunately, that is a bigger deal to me than a rude technician. It has been months since this was installed, it needs to be remedied I'm getting sick of this. Update: they replaced the furnace completely. As of tonight it is still not functioning as advertised. Don’t buy a heat pump system here, it’s not worth the trouble. I also really like how the owner responds to all these nice reviews but hasn't had anything to say about the horrible experience we've had. Real cool."

Joshua D on November 2023

Gas Logs questions, answered by experts

You should have a licensed plumber to install a gas line for your new gas fireplace. As experts in all things natural gas, these professionals understand how to work with gas safely to avoid explosions, leaks, and other potentially hazardous situations. They also know how to handle the other aspects of the process, including pulling permits, digging trenches, and connecting new gas lines to old lines.

In North America, pipe measurements are listed as the nominal pipe size (NPS). This measurement refers to the outside diameter. As an example, a 1/2-inch copper pipe has an outside diameter of 5/8 of an inch. If a hardware store lists a pipe as having a 2 NPS, it means that all the pipes with this measurement have a 2 ⅜-inch outside diameter, regardless of wall thickness and inside diameter.

It costs anywhere from $125 to $2,000 to convert an electric stove to gas because it all depends on the current setup of your kitchen. For example, if you already have a gas line behind your stove, you could pay as little as $125 to have a plumber hook up your new range. Running a new gas line, however, costs between $260 and $820. If you don’t have gas service at all, you’ll spend around $2,000 to set it up.

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.

The cost to convert a wood fireplace to gas ranges from $500 to $5,500 on average, with most people paying $3,000 for a conversion. Both wood and gas fireplaces have pros and cons—gas fireplaces are easier to clean and maintain, while fires in wood-burning fireplaces are especially warm and cozy.

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