Gas line installation in San Antonio, TX
New range, dryer, outdoor kitchen, fire pit, tankless heater or generator. We size the line, run it, pressure test it and handle the inspection.
Signs you need this
- Switching an appliance from electric to gas
- Adding an outdoor kitchen or fire feature
- Installing a tankless water heater
- Adding a standby generator
Why it happens
Gas lines must be sized to carry enough fuel for every appliance at once. Add a big appliance to an undersized line and everything on it can run poorly. New lines are pressure tested and inspected, and the work has to meet code for the material, routing and connections.
Many of the gas lines we add on the south side are for outdoor living: a built-in grill, a fire table, a patio heater or a pool heater. Generators are the other big one since the 2021 storm. Each has its own demand, and they add up on the same meter. We total what you have and what you are adding, check what the meter and the existing pipe can deliver, and design the run so every appliance gets full pressure when they are all on. Outdoor runs are buried at the proper depth or protected where exposed, and every joint is tested before the inspector sees it.
What we check first
- Total load on the line
- Meter capacity and line size
- Route and material
- Shut-off valves at each appliance
Your options
Appliance hookup
Connecting a new appliance to an existing line.
New branch line
Running gas to a new location.
Line upsizing
Replacing an undersized line to support added appliances.
Before we get there
- Have the appliance or its specs
- Decide on the location
- Clear the path where the line will run
What affects the price
Hookups to an existing line are the simplest. New runs depend on length, material and whether we go through the attic or underground. Permit and inspection fees are part of the quote.
Gas work generally requires a permit and inspection with the City of San Antonio or your suburb. We schedule the inspection and coordinate with the gas utility when service needs to be restored.
Gas line installation questions
Can you run gas to my backyard?
Yes, for grills, fire pits, heaters and outdoor kitchens.
Do you need a permit?
Usually, yes. We take care of it.
How long does it take?
Simple hookups take an hour or two. New lines depend on the run and inspection timing.
Can you add gas to a house that only has electric?
If gas service is available on your street, yes, working with the gas utility to set a meter.