Q: How much does it cost to repair a gas line?

• <div><p>It can cost anywhere from <b>$200 to $5,000</b> to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/average-gas-line-repair-and-installation-costs.htm">repair a gas line</a>. The cost may vary depending on where the problem is located. For example, if there&rsquo;s a small gas leak somewhere that&rsquo;s easy to access, the cost could be on the lower side. On the other hand, repairing buried lines and lines in other hard-to-reach areas will be more expensive.</p></div>

Question 1

Can you vent a gas water heater out the side of the house?

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You can and should vent the gas from your hot water heater to the outside of your home. Traditionally, these gases were vented back to other gas appliances, like stoves or furnaces, but many jurisdictions have outlawed this practice due to the risks it provides.

Most water heaters today use atmospheric venting that exhausts the gas out of the home through a pipe.

Question 2

What are common gas line repair costs?

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The cost of repairing a gas leak depends on the type of leak, its severity, and how difficult it is for the repair technician to reach it. Some of the most common gas line repair costs, on average, include:

Cap a gas line: $75–$150
Gas system inspection: $150
Pressure test: $75–$500
Damaged or corroded pipe: $6–$7 per linear foot
Repair gas leak: $120–$5,000

Question 3

How can professionals help in upgrading existing gas systems?

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Professionals can recommend efficient layouts or appliances and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Question 4

How much does it cost to repair a gas line?

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It can cost anywhere from $200 to $5,000 to repair a gas line. The cost may vary depending on where the problem is located. For example, if there’s a small gas leak somewhere that’s easy to access, the cost could be on the lower side. On the other hand, repairing buried lines and lines in other hard-to-reach areas will be more expensive.

Question 5

Does a gas stove need to be installed by a plumber?

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In most cases, a gas stove should be installed by a licensed plumber. Connecting gas appliances carries many risks, chief among them a fatal gas leak. If your home is already set up with the proper gas hookups, you may be able to DIY the installation (or save money by hiring a local handyperson or basic appliance installer near you rather than a plumber). If you’re ever in doubt, however, we recommend going with a professional master plumber.