What do I do with a gas line I convert to electric?

• <div><p>While the line can't be removed, a pro can place a cap on the end to stop leaks. Contact a pro for a service call and speak with them about the related costs of either capping or removing the line altogether. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-would-it-cost-have-plumber-cap-gas-line-was-going-gas-dryer.htm">Capping a gas line will cost</a> between <b>$75 and $150</b> while removing it will start at <b>$250</b>.</p></div>

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Q: Is a gas plumber the same as a plumber?

• <div><p>In some cases, the answer is yes. Being licensed to work on gas lines requires additional specialized training beyond being a licensed plumber. If the plumber is also licensed as a natural gas plumber, they will be able work on natural gas lines. If the plumber is only licensed to work on water and sewer lines, then you&rsquo;ll have to find another professional to do gas line work.</p></div>

Q: Which types of gas pipes are more susceptible to leaks?

• <div><p>Any gas pipe can leak, especially if it&rsquo;s old or isn&rsquo;t properly maintained. However, even with a shovel, plastic pipes are more easily damaged by impact. That&rsquo;s why it&rsquo;s so important to have gas lines marked by the utility company before you begin digging for any reason. Some metal pipes, like black pipes, galvanized steel, and copper, aren&rsquo;t as easily damaged by impact but can degrade over the years, leading to leaks. </p></div>

Q: What are the signs of a gas leak?

• <div><p>Having gas appliances in your home can be convenient&mdash;you benefit from faster water heating, more efficient clothes drying, and more affordable home heating. However, you need to be aware of the signs of a gas leak so that you and your family can take precautions to be safe around these versatile appliances. </p><p>Signs of a gas leak include:</p><ul><li><p>Hissing sounds</p></li><li><p>Rotten egg smell</p></li><li><p>Higher than usual gas usage</p></li><li><p>Physical symptoms, such as headaches, dizziness, and nausea</p></li></ul><p></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>

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Last update on November 04, 2025

Reviewed in June 2017
Regarding January's call, Lin's responded and the next day replaced a faulty gas control valve (likely 50 years old). ($800) For June, it was the same technician as January; he was professional and completed the work expeditiously. The tech was over an hour and half past the expected time but I...
LINS HEATING & AIR COND
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Reviewed in April 2016
The team worked like clock work. They got in, discussed the matter in detail with all options and once an option was settled on, they moved quickly to fix the problems and do the additional gas line installation.
Kuenster Heating & Air, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2015
It's nothing special, it's just a little hole in the wall. In fact, the office is in an old gas station. I go because it is convenient and I don't like driving to Cedar Rapids for everything. They are very nice and they do a good job. It's not a fancy place but they got it all fixed up cute....
Beauty & Bliss
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Reviewed in October 2013
my car was not starting intermittently after sitting on a hill, I took to Boubin and they looked at it could not find anything major, they recommended a fuel system cleaner so I bought it and ran it through with a tank of gas, I have not had the problem since. I feel really about their integrity...
Boubin Tire & Automotive
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Reviewed in June 2012
Alan and Gloria are an incredible team. The plaque is beautiful; it still brings tears to my wife's eyes every time we sit in the swing. The project went seamlessly and I didn't have to leave work to handle the details. All correspondence was done by phone and email which saved time, effort...
Creative Resources Awards & Engraving
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Reviewed in February 2012
While buying our first home, our realtor recommended a home inspector. She raved about the inspector, and said that she had used him several times before. As first time home buyers, we didn't know what to expect. We arrived the day of the inspection to find Mike Tomash finishing up a detailed...
Tomash Professional Home Inspection LLC
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Reviewed in August 2011
We had used American Fence 3 years ago to replace our first section of fencing and now needed to finish the remaining 2 sections of fencing. But were they still the same good company they were before? Since I was a recent subscriber to Angie's List, I thought i would see what others...
AMERICAN FENCE COMPANY
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Reviewed in January 2011
Terry was very courteous on the phone during our initial contact. He asked good questions including whether I wanted a termite inspection and radon level test done. The termite inspection man he recommended was very pleasant to work with (I can't remember his name right now), and Terry...
TERRY STEINBACH PROFESSIONAL HOME INSPECTIONS INC
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Reviewed in January 2011
From start to finish, Ginny is efficient, responsive, and knowledgeable. She disconnected our gas range, fridge, sink, disposer, and dishwasher, then at the appropriate time reconnected them in their new locations. This involved removing some outdated pipes, installing new fittings, scheduling...
Rose Water Plumbers Inc
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Reviewed in October 2005
MIKE CAME OVER TO CHECK AND CLEAN OUR BOILER. HE WAS COURTEOUS AND HELPFUL. WE JUST PURCHASED OUR HOME, PREVIOUSLY WE HAD A GAS FORCED AIR FURNACE. I WAS UNFAMILIAR WITH HOW THE GAS BOILER AND RADIATORS WORKED (HOW TO BLEED AIR OUT OF THE SYSTEM, THE MECHANICS OF OPERATION, ETC.). MIKE WAS...
Phillips Heating & Air Conditioning Company
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Colony Heating and Air Conditioning

Colony Heating and Air Conditioning

Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

At Colony, service is a top priority. We take pride in offering our customers the most efficient, reliable and competitive priced services. Our trained technicians are available to service the residential, commercial, and industrial needs of Cedar Rapids and surrounding communities 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Additional emails - [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]. Financing available through ServiceFinance. You may apply after receiving a free proposal. www.colonyheating.com | www.colonyplumbing.com

"FO NOT USE COLONY! They will tell you they can't get a replacement part, and tell you to get a replacement unit. Then months later they will claim they found a part, and tell your insurance it could have been repaired! Whether it's a technical lying saying we need a replacement when we don't, or they are just mad we got a replacement from someone else, either way I'm out THOUSANDS that insurance won't pay for due to their negligence."

Allison L on September 2021

"FO NOT USE COLONY! They will tell you they can't get a replacement part, and tell you to get a replacement unit. Then months later they will claim they found a part, and tell your insurance it could have been repaired! Whether it's a technical lying saying we need a replacement when we don't, or they are just mad we got a replacement from someone else, either way I'm out THOUSANDS that insurance won't pay for due to their negligence."

Allison L on September 2021

Master Plumbing, Heating & Cooling

Master Plumbing, Heating & Cooling

Customers say: Super punctual

39 years of experience

Angie's List Super Service Award Winner every year since 2011. Master Plumbing is raising the bar for customer service in the world of plumbing, heating and A/C. We keep your home’s plumbing and comfort systems operating at peak performance. Serving Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, and surrounding areas, we provide a wide array of residential and commercial plumbing, heating and air conditioning services. Emergency Service and After Hours calls available.

"Sean from Master Plumbing and Heating identified much more than a dripping faucet on this service call. I was so thankful he repaired the problems and got my bathroom fixed in time for the holiday. Thank you Brian S. Anderson"

Brian A on November 2023

"Sean from Master Plumbing and Heating identified much more than a dripping faucet on this service call. I was so thankful he repaired the problems and got my bathroom fixed in time for the holiday. Thank you Brian S. Anderson"

Brian A on November 2023

Gas Logs questions, answered by experts

In some cases, the answer is yes. Being licensed to work on gas lines requires additional specialized training beyond being a licensed plumber. If the plumber is also licensed as a natural gas plumber, they will be able work on natural gas lines. If the plumber is only licensed to work on water and sewer lines, then you’ll have to find another professional to do gas line work.

Any gas pipe can leak, especially if it’s old or isn’t properly maintained. However, even with a shovel, plastic pipes are more easily damaged by impact. That’s why it’s so important to have gas lines marked by the utility company before you begin digging for any reason. Some metal pipes, like black pipes, galvanized steel, and copper, aren’t as easily damaged by impact but can degrade over the years, leading to leaks.

While the line can't be removed, a pro can place a cap on the end to stop leaks. Contact a pro for a service call and speak with them about the related costs of either capping or removing the line altogether. Capping a gas line will cost between $75 and $150 while removing it will start at $250.

Having gas appliances in your home can be convenient—you benefit from faster water heating, more efficient clothes drying, and more affordable home heating. However, you need to be aware of the signs of a gas leak so that you and your family can take precautions to be safe around these versatile appliances.

Signs of a gas leak include:

Hissing sounds
Rotten egg smell
Higher than usual gas usage
Physical symptoms, such as headaches, dizziness, and nausea

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.

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