HVAC Gas Line Pressure Testing: Here’s Why It’s Critical
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I learn so much about HVAC from you! I'll share something about the new piping leak-down test with you from my training. Go past 30 lbs to about 35 or 40, then bleed down to 30 at your Schrader valve (or add an actual bleeder valve to your rig). This is how the gas company verifies your test is valid and that your test rig gauge isn't just stuck.
Big job there! Looks great Tadd! Biggest fan here. Great detail, looks awesome.
Around my area it's 15psi for 15 minutes
very cool thank you for sharing your knowledge
Can a home owner run his or her own gas line to the gas meter, prior to the gas company setting the meter? If so, what are the rules/code for Texas. I'm asking cause i keep getting ridiculous bids for a gas line run for a stove and a gas furnace. The gas line run is pretty simple and straight forward and in the shape of an L. It runs in the eave 31' 8" then across the kitchen 12'8" and then straight path across the leaving room to the utility closet20' where the furnace will be installed. Also, the drop downs add 8' for the drop from the eave down a brick wall to the meter and about 8' down to to the furnace inside the utility room. Total run is about 82feet. Any help advice appreciated.
Can you do a pressure test with a regulator on the line?
How much does it cost normally on a pressure test because I live in Tarrant county and I need a pressure test ASAP
Is it code to have a metal shield covering the Tracpipe in the wall so johhny lunch bucket doesn't put a screw or nail in the wall and poke a hole in the pipe?
lol hahaha johnny lunch bucket
Great video.
Do you have to bond your trac pipe at the main panel?
Yes we do
Another question: do you keep the schrader valve for the test in permanently or just for the test and then a plug in the fitting?
Just for the test
@@TaddyDigest Thanks again. You've been a big help to me. Great video!
Question: do you close the individual appliance shutoff valves for the pressure test?
I usually install a cap on the line and leave shutoff open. never hookup applian until after test
@@TaddyDigest Thanks for the quick response. I appreciate it.
Do you have a video of how to use/install trac pipe?
no but i can do one for you my friend let me know
Thank you bro, you making very good videos! Ur a professional 👍
Awesome you're welcome thank you so much for watching
Can the gas line get a blockage after years of use???
it's rare but yes
I have a blockage. How do I go about getting it fixed?
@@christopherbyers5932 You *think* you have a blockage. Probably not. Time to call a pro.
What is the usage pressure of natural gas in homes?
its in the ounces
8" WC (inches water column) or approximately 1/3 psi
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Much of your video is reversed, making some viewing confusing.
Sorry brother gary
Another amateur showing dangerous practices
Never use a bourdon gauge. Doesn't show movement to the naked eye which could be dangerous
Use an calibrated electronic gauge
What would you do without your electronics