I would replace the gas flex line when you swap ranges as good practice.
Really want a vintage gas range but afraid....
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Those gas exolosions: Seems like only such big metropolitan areas get them....
Somehow nowhere near as common in suburban areas such as mine...
Also we tone to get our streets dug up just about yearly, so somehow I would figure that just must be how our gas lines get inspected and maintained...
And those pipelines must be doing well, because there hasn't been even one shut off or interruption of our gas service...
-- Dave
Somehow nowhere near as common in suburban areas such as mine...
Also we tone to get our streets dug up just about yearly, so somehow I would figure that just must be how our gas lines get inspected and maintained...
And those pipelines must be doing well, because there hasn't been even one shut off or interruption of our gas service...
-- Dave
bradfordwhite
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Dave, we have to remember the population density in an urban area is more than suburban or rural so the propensity for more activities of any kind involving people are more likely.
But gas explosions can happen anywhere. Those living in rural areas aren't immune because the large diameter gas delivery lines cut through the country to get from one metro to another.
As much as I dislike gas for safety reasons; the work involved to dig up thousands of miles and install fragile pipelines is incredible and impressive. It's just not safe.
That's why it's important to understand WHAT is buried in your street. You may well be living right next to a utility easement that has a gas line of significant diameter buried. Not to mention other utilities like high voltage lines or a major water line. All have health risks and if several are buried near by and there is a disaster it can be nightmarish.
But gas explosions can happen anywhere. Those living in rural areas aren't immune because the large diameter gas delivery lines cut through the country to get from one metro to another.
As much as I dislike gas for safety reasons; the work involved to dig up thousands of miles and install fragile pipelines is incredible and impressive. It's just not safe.
That's why it's important to understand WHAT is buried in your street. You may well be living right next to a utility easement that has a gas line of significant diameter buried. Not to mention other utilities like high voltage lines or a major water line. All have health risks and if several are buried near by and there is a disaster it can be nightmarish.
sudsmaster
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I bought this 1941 home back in '97. It had a functional gas water heater, and a forced air gas powered central heating system. I'm about the third owner. The second owner remodeled the place in the '60's, adding a master bed/bath to the rear, converting a bedroom to a family room off the kitchen, creating an enclosed bricked in patio on the side with a second kitchen, etc.
The one change the previous owner made that I didn't like was when they remodeled the kitchen, they made it all-electric. I'm certain the original home had a gas kitchen. One of the first things I did was hire a plumber to extend the gas line to the all-electric cooktop area, and then I replaced the electric cooktop with a gas unit. The wall oven is still electric, though. That's OK.
About a year and a half ago I lost most of my sense of smell (no, not from covid). One of the first things I did was to get one of those Kidde combo CO/Explosive Gas alarms. My sense of smell is gradually returning but I don't know if it will ever be what it once was. Anyway, the CO/Explosive Gas detector helps me sleep better, LOL.
Yes, gas is cheaper than electricity here. However, the latest gas bill shows it at $2.02/therm for "Tier 1", and at $2.50 for "Tier 2". I recall someone stating their gas cost them about $1/therm. Everything seems more expensive here in Cali. Fortunately the biggest gas use is in winter for the central heating. Around April-May that will be done. I hope. The price for natural gas here has gone up 25% (Dec 2020-Dec 2021) in one year!
The one change the previous owner made that I didn't like was when they remodeled the kitchen, they made it all-electric. I'm certain the original home had a gas kitchen. One of the first things I did was hire a plumber to extend the gas line to the all-electric cooktop area, and then I replaced the electric cooktop with a gas unit. The wall oven is still electric, though. That's OK.
About a year and a half ago I lost most of my sense of smell (no, not from covid). One of the first things I did was to get one of those Kidde combo CO/Explosive Gas alarms. My sense of smell is gradually returning but I don't know if it will ever be what it once was. Anyway, the CO/Explosive Gas detector helps me sleep better, LOL.
Yes, gas is cheaper than electricity here. However, the latest gas bill shows it at $2.02/therm for "Tier 1", and at $2.50 for "Tier 2". I recall someone stating their gas cost them about $1/therm. Everything seems more expensive here in Cali. Fortunately the biggest gas use is in winter for the central heating. Around April-May that will be done. I hope. The price for natural gas here has gone up 25% (Dec 2020-Dec 2021) in one year!
@sudsmaster - I'll definitely be getting a few of those detectors - I should have them already! My gas co has a $22 "customer fee" plus the therm cost and it works out to .99/therm. I think. They make it hard to decipher the bill of course. I have all gas - range, water heater, dryer. If I could I would do a gas cooktop and electric wall oven like you have. Best of both worlds IMO.
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