Will Teflon tape stop a gas leak?

• <div><p>No, Teflon tape will not stop a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/signs-of-gas-leak.htm">gas leak</a>. In fact, no type of tape is the solution to a gas pipe leak. If you suspect a leak, turn off your home’s gas supply and contact a pro or your utility immediately. Teflon tape is only for preventing leaks during pipe installation, not for repairing existing leaks. </p></div>

Who installs or runs gas lines?

• <div><p>Plumbers typically install gas lines. When hiring a plumber, you should make sure that they have the proper licenses and credentials. While you can hire any plumber to complete this task, you may consider hiring a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/should-i-hire-specialty-natural-gas-plumber.htm">natural gas line plumber</a> who specializes in moving gas lines. They’ll have extensive experience completing similar projects.</p></div>

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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: 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: Do gas fireplaces burn a lot of gas?

• <div><p>Modern gas fireplaces are relatively efficient and don't burn excessive amounts of gas, especially compared to older models. A gas fireplace might use between 10,000 to 40,000 BTUs per hour; the total amount of gas used depends on the fireplace's size, heat output, and how often it's in use. To help keep your running costs down, consider using a thermostat and turning off the fireplace when not needed to minimize gas consumption</p></div>

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Last update on October 24, 2025

Reviewed in March 2015
We had just purchased a home in Charlotte and when using the fireplace there was a strong odor that permeated the house. The guys came out and cleaned out the fireplace, adjusted and cleaned the logs with a solution and ran a check for any gas leaks. The fireplace had never been cleaned out...
Mechanical Doctor Inc
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Reviewed in January 2014
I chose F-C because, although the price was higher than other estimates, I considered the quality of the Provia windows to be higher than the Allside windows proposed by other companies. Among other reasons, the empty spaces in the window frames could be filled with insulation - a feature not...
Fanth-Curry Home Improvement Co
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Reviewed in January 2014
Our central air conditioner stopped working in the heat of the summer. I called IM since they installed our present system years ago. An IM service person responded and advised that the present AC was not repairable and a new one was needed. A salesman arrived shortly after being summoned. ...
Ideal Mechanical Heating And A/C
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Reviewed in September 2013
Olive Construction Inc.8345 130th St.Blue Grass, Ia 52726 Olive Construction has failed to build me the house addition they agreed and were contracted to build. The list of mistakes are numerous and I will build from least to greatest in level of annoyance of the 3 of the worst mistakes made...
Olive Construction Inc
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Reviewed in April 2013
On a Saturday afternoon (about 3pm) My water heater went into "Lockout". I logged into Angieslist and looked for the highest rated company with the most reviews. Petersens came up at the very top. Gave them a call, described the issue to the receptionist and she said they'd call me back. Got...
Petersen Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in September 2011
First of all I should start with that we did not hire them to do the original work, they were hired by our builder before we bought the house to install the irrigation system. They also installed our neighbors, another builder. They must have good pricing as a lot of the builders use them. Our...
Suburban Landscape
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Reviewed in November 2010
Overall my husband and I would NOT recommend H&H. We had several issues with H&H and their service. H&H was here on time, but didn't complete the job in the promised time. They took 5-7 days longer than promised. Durning the installtion process, I noticed that my freezer lid was dented. I...
H & H HEATING & AIR CONDITION
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Dedication Restoration

504 North Maple Street

Dedication Restoration

504 North Maple Street

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Dedication Restoration is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

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Gas Logs questions, answered by experts

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.

No, Teflon tape will not stop a gas leak. In fact, no type of tape is the solution to a gas pipe leak. If you suspect a leak, turn off your home’s gas supply and contact a pro or your utility immediately. Teflon tape is only for preventing leaks during pipe installation, not for repairing existing leaks.

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.

Plumbers typically install gas lines. When hiring a plumber, you should make sure that they have the proper licenses and credentials. While you can hire any plumber to complete this task, you may consider hiring a natural gas line plumber who specializes in moving gas lines. They’ll have extensive experience completing similar projects.

Modern gas fireplaces are relatively efficient and don't burn excessive amounts of gas, especially compared to older models. A gas fireplace might use between 10,000 to 40,000 BTUs per hour; the total amount of gas used depends on the fireplace's size, heat output, and how often it's in use. To help keep your running costs down, consider using a thermostat and turning off the fireplace when not needed to minimize gas consumption

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