$150 \u2013 $300<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
Installation of most gas appliances like a gas range, costs around $150 with the help of a plumber. Installing a vented appliance such as a gas water heater will cost roughly $300 or more on labor alone, due to the need to also make the connection to a pre-installed vent or flue.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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Average Cost of Gas Appliance Hookup<\/h2>\n
The biggest factor in the cost of gas appliance installation is whether a gas line is already installed or if you have to add a gas line. This gas appliance cost estimate assumes a gas line has been installed at the appliance location and there is electricity if needed. It does not consider gas appliance costs, just installation cost.<\/p>\n
The average cost for a plumber to install a vent-free appliance such as some free-standing gas fireplaces is about $175 for labor and materials. The cost to disconnect, remove and dispose of an existing appliance averages another $75.<\/p>\n
The work involves removing an existing appliance, if needed, cleaning the connections, wrapping the pipe with PTFE tape to ensure a leak-free connection, securing the gas line to the appliance and testing appliance functionality. Leveling might be necessary, and if the appliance is vented, the vent will be connected. If the home uses propane, installing a conversion kit will increase the cost as discussed below.<\/p>\n
Average Do It Yourself cost<\/p>\n
$25 \u2013 $90<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Average Contractor Installed Cost<\/p>\n $150 \u2013 $300<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Typical Cost Average<\/p>\n $185 \u2013 $200<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Last Updated: Wednesday, January 12, 2022 <\/p>\n <\/img><\/p>\n Natural Gas can be used with many different types of appliances, such as stove and ovens, clothes dryers, water heaters, fireplace inserts, gas logs and complete gas fireplaces. Some must be vented, but others operate without a vent because they burn the fuel very efficiently, so there is little carbon monoxide and other byproducts created.<\/p>\n Gas appliances generally use natural gas, and they are set up in the factory to burn NG. In rural areas propane is required along with a conversion kit and the installation labor needed.<\/p>\n This appliance installation cost estimate also includes retail costs of the supplies, a few estimates from other sites plus links to other pages of Business Finance News which might help you budget for the total cost of the project when other factors, such as the purchase of a gas log insert, are involved.<\/p>\n How much does this common indoor project cost?<\/p>\n The most common range for gas appliance installation as $150 to $300. These factors will help determine where on the spectrum your price will fall \u2013 or if it might climb higher due to special circumstances.<\/p>\n Whether you do it yourself or hire a plumber, these supplies will be needed and factored into the total cost. All the supplies can easily be purchased at the local hardware store or online.<\/p>\n Note:<\/strong> Some of the supplies are specific for the appliance. Here\u2019s a list needed for connecting the gas line to a tank-style gas water heater. According to the Family Handyman, supplies alone run $100 to $250 for this project. Labor will be another $200-$300. \u00a0All the supplies can also be purchased at the local hardware store or online.<\/p>\n Costs are closely related to the type of appliance you\u2019re having installed. These costs do not include the appliance, since the range is so dramatic. For example, Home Advisor suggests that the cost of range installation when the range is included in the price<\/em> can be $515 to $7,625. We stick to gas appliance installation costs \u2013 and you can shop for the appliance that fits your budget. The site puts the average installation cost at $190 per appliance, a little higher than our range. Thumbtack suggest $125 as an average, which we think is too low when you factor in installation supply costs. Their high end of $326 is more consistent with our estimates.<\/p>\n Plumbers charge between $75 and $140 per hour in most locations, with the average being around $100. Homewyse puts plumber rates at $80 to $130.<\/p>\n If one is handy and a \u201cdo it yourself\u201d type of person, American Home Shield breaks down the process in steps to install a non-vented gas appliance.<\/p>\n Step 1:<\/strong> Buy the right connector for your appliance type and that it is the connector is long enough to reach from the gas connection to the appliance.<\/p>\n Step 2:<\/strong> Shut off the gas valve.<\/p>\n Step 3:<\/strong> Wrap the pipe threads with yellow PTFE \/Teflon tape and screw it to the gas line.<\/p>\n Step 4:<\/strong> Attach the connector to the gas line.\u00a0 Be sure to have the connector threads wrapped with the Teflon tape.<\/p>\n Step 5:<\/strong> Use a street elbow, if required (usually included with the appliance) and connect to the gas port.\u00a0 Once again have the elbow threads wrapped with the tape.<\/p>\n Step 6:<\/strong> Tighten the nuts on both ends of the connector.\u00a0 DO NOT have Teflon tape on these threads.\u00a0 It will interfere with the seal.<\/p>\n Step 7:<\/strong> Check for leaks by using a gas leak detector or by spraying the connections with soapy water.<\/p>\n It comes down to experience and what needs to be done when deciding whether to do it yourself or hire a professional plumber.\u00a0 If a gas line is needed, or if the line does not have a shut-off valve at the appliance connection and you want one installed, a plumber should be hired to do the work.<\/p>\n If a gas line is already run to the appliance location and you\u2019re comfortable with basic plumbing and connections, then this could definitely be a \u201cdo it yourself\u201d project.<\/p>\n We\u00a0 recommend hiring a plumber or mechanical contractor for appliances like a water heater that requiring a vent flue. The professional will choose the right vent material and make sure the connections are leak-proof for safe use.<\/p>\n Finally, it\u2019s a good idea to have all newly installed gas appliances inspected by either a gas company or a licensed plumber, even if you DIY.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/main><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" $150 \u2013 $300 Installation of most gas appliances like a gas range, costs around $150 with the help of a plumber. 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\n<\/hr>\nOverview of Gas Appliance Installation<\/h2>\n
Product and Installation Supplies Cost Details<\/h2>\n
Gas Appliance Installation Cost Factors<\/h3>\n
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Retail Gas Appliance Installation Cost \u2013 Materials and Supplies<\/h2>\n
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Costs to Install Common Appliances<\/h2>\n
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Permits, Inspection, Related Costs and Installation Time<\/h2>\n
Permits and Inspection Cost<\/h3>\n
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Other Costs and Installation Time <\/strong><\/h3>\n
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DIY or Hire a Pro?<\/h2>\n