You should notify the gas company if you smell a strong gas odor inside your unit. An apartment usually smells of gas if the pilot light on the stove has gone out, which should dissipate … continue reading
Running gas pipes under floorboards is a risky proposition. But can it be done? A gas pipe can be run under a floor, as long as it is identified as such and is properly supported … continue reading
Take a wrench and twist the cap. Make sure to twist the cap in a counterclockwise direction. It will take some time. You have to push and pull to make the cap loosen. When it’s … continue reading
If you have a gas pipe fitting that is too tight, here’s a way to loosen it. For the initial loss, apply penetrating oil on the nut. After a while, the oil absorbs. Now, using … continue reading
Gas pipes need to be sleeved as it is a general plumbing requirement implemented by the government. It is also necessary to sleeve a pipe to protect the pipes from corrosion and fire. What are … continue reading
There are lots of ways you can insulate around a gas pipe. For instance, fiberglass insulation, spray polyurethane foam, tubular rubber insulation, or tubular polyethylene foam. Therefore, you can choose to work with a technique … continue reading
You run a gas line through an outside wall by installing the right pipe size, couplings, and fittings. You may also need a threaded rod with a galvanized hanger if you need to hang the … continue reading
The pilot light should always be turned off before the main burner relight. However, the gas supply to the pilot light is shut off if the pilot light is out in some gas appliances. What … continue reading
Neither chimneys nor ducts can be used to run gas piping. Unless there is an exception, most appliances need to have shut-off valves nearby. The majority of municipalities do not permit gas piping to be … continue reading
Despite careful installation and maintenance, some gas regulators still fail. A malfunctioning gas regulator safety valve on your gas regulator could not detect a burning heating system and, thus, allow gas to escape rather than … continue reading
