Service · Gas Lines
Gas lines — installed, repaired, and pressure-tested with permits in hand.
Gas work is the highest-stakes work a plumber does. Wrong material, wrong fitting torque, a missed leak — and someone gets hurt. We pull permits, pressure-test every joint, document every step, and never skip an inspection.
What we do
The work covered under gas lines.
- New gas line installation — ranges, dryers, water heaters, fire pits, BBQ outlets, pool heaters
- Existing gas line repair, replacement, or relocation
- Gas leak detection — soap solution, electronic detection, manometer pressure testing
- Transition from black iron to CSST (corrugated stainless steel) with proper bonding
- Earthquake gas shutoff valve installation per local jurisdiction requirements
How it works
What a visit looks like.
- 01
Site assessment
We identify what is installed, what is needed, and what code requires for the work.
- 02
Three written options
Minimum-fix when applicable, code-compliant replacement, and full-system upgrade. You see all numbers before work begins.
- 03
Permitting
We pull the gas permit and schedule the required inspections. You receive copies of every sign-off.
- 04
Pressure test
Every install is pressure-tested before the line is returned to service. No exceptions.
- 05
Documentation
Photos of every joint, permit sign-off, and a written workmanship warranty.
What we see most
Common situations.
- Old black iron showing surface corrosion in damp basements or crawl spaces
- New gas line needed for a range, BBQ, fire pit, or pool heater — the most common gas request
- Earthquake shutoff valve required by sale agreement or insurance carrier
- Suspected leak — gas smell that comes and goes, or an unexplained spike in the gas bill
Common questions
Gas Lines FAQ.
Why does gas work need a permit?
California code requires permits and inspection for any new gas line, line extension, or appliance connection beyond a simple flex connector. The permit protects you legally and ensures the work is inspected by a third party.
Can you install a gas line for an outdoor BBQ or fire pit?
Yes. Outdoor gas lines are one of our most common gas jobs. Most installs require a permit and a pressure test.
How do you find a gas leak?
We pressure-test the system with a manometer, then narrow with soap solution at each joint. For underground or in-wall leaks, we use electronic detection. We don't guess at gas.
Is CSST safe?
Yes, when properly bonded. CSST requires a dedicated bonding wire to the electrical ground per NFPA 54 — improperly bonded CSST can fail during a nearby lightning strike. We bond every CSST install.
Other services
Other plumbing we cover.
Ready when you are.
Call between 8am and 4pm, Monday through Friday. Or send us a note and we'll get back to you the same day.