Who installs propane lines?

• <div><p>It’s no secret that natural gas differs from propane, but you’re in luck—licensed plumbers can also install propane gas lines. When you speak to a <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/natural-gas-plumbers/">gas plumber near you</a>, be sure you specify that your project will be for propane gas, not natural gas. Propane lines are slightly different than natural gas lines, so clear communication is key to ensure that your project is completed without a hitch. </p></div>

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Q: How do various elements influence the expense of installing a gas fireplace with brick or stone?

• <div><p>Costs depend on material, labor, gas line setup, and custom design elements.</p></div>

Q: Who installs propane lines?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s no secret that natural gas differs from propane, but you&rsquo;re in luck&mdash;licensed plumbers can also install propane gas lines. When you speak to a <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/natural-gas-plumbers/">gas plumber near you</a>, be sure you specify that your project will be for propane gas, not natural gas. Propane lines are slightly different than natural gas lines, so clear communication is key to ensure that your project is completed without a hitch. </p></div>

Q: Who should fix a gas leak?

• <div><p>A <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/natural-gas-plumbers/">local natural gas plumber,</a> gas fitter, or gas line specialist should fix gas leaks. Installing gas lines and connections improperly can lead to dangerous gas leaks and explosions. Only a certified plumber or gas line specialist should run gas lines. This is not a job to try out DIY skills, so hire a professional gas plumber or gas line specialist immediately to find the cause of the leak and fix it quickly. </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: If my appliances have gas shut-off valves, do I still need a seismic shut-off valve?

• <div><p>Even if you invested in the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-adding-gas-shutoff-valve-built-oven.htm">cost of a gas shut-off valve for your oven</a> and other appliances, it&rsquo;s a good idea to add a seismic shut-off valve as an extra safety measure. </p><p>Gas shut-off valves for appliances are manual, meaning someone has to cut off the flow of gas. This leaves room for error, as you might not be home or might be too distracted to think about gas lines during an earthquake. An earthquake valve is automatic and will protect your home from gas-related disasters in the event of an earthquake.</p></div>

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Last update on November 27, 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

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Jim Hundley Heating & Air Conditioning

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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.

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

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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

Costs depend on material, labor, gas line setup, and custom design elements.

It’s no secret that natural gas differs from propane, but you’re in luck—licensed plumbers can also install propane gas lines. When you speak to a gas plumber near you, be sure you specify that your project will be for propane gas, not natural gas. Propane lines are slightly different than natural gas lines, so clear communication is key to ensure that your project is completed without a hitch.

A local natural gas plumber, gas fitter, or gas line specialist should fix gas leaks. Installing gas lines and connections improperly can lead to dangerous gas leaks and explosions. Only a certified plumber or gas line specialist should run gas lines. This is not a job to try out DIY skills, so hire a professional gas plumber or gas line specialist immediately to find the cause of the leak and fix it quickly.

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.

Even if you invested in the cost of a gas shut-off valve for your oven and other appliances, it’s a good idea to add a seismic shut-off valve as an extra safety measure.

Gas shut-off valves for appliances are manual, meaning someone has to cut off the flow of gas. This leaves room for error, as you might not be home or might be too distracted to think about gas lines during an earthquake. An earthquake valve is automatic and will protect your home from gas-related disasters in the event of an earthquake.

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