[Cdavenport]

Can new gas line from the meter to range location run along ground outside

[Milo Dolezal]

Depends what kind of material you use. But in any case, you cannot just lay new gas pipe on the ground. Surface-mounted gas line installations have to be installed the way so it cannot be easily compromised. It will have to be mounted to a solid surface, on uni-struts, and secured with uni-strut clamps. Also, if exposed to elements, and less than 6" above the ground, the pipe will have to be Skotch Kote pipe, a factory coated pipe with all fittings primed and wrapped with appropriate size of tape, designed just for that purpose. I highly recommend you use Skotch Kote pipe even if higher above ground than 6". The work should be done by a licensed contractor and you will have to have the work inspected by City Inspector who will make sure new installation is safe and up to Code

Hope that explains

Milo

[massplumber2008]

Yeah, I'd probably run the gas pipe along the house at a minimum of 12" off the ground...attached to the house. You will need to paint the pipe with a rust proof paint and the work will require a permit, testing and inspection by your local plumbing/gas inspector. Scotch kote pipe may be good here, but if not readily available, painting is usually good enough at 12" above ground.

Mark

[ma0641]

Will assume you are on a slab?

[Milo Dolezal]

What is the BTU's demand for the stove ? How big is your main gas line entering house from gas meter ? ( right side of the meter)... How far is the stove from the meter ? Also, how many gas fixtures in the house ?

Usually, there is a "room" to attach new gas line into existing gas system in the house. Maybe, it is your situation

Milo