How to Install a Natural Gas Barbecue Grill | Ask This Old House

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  • @Eddie-gb3bn
    @Eddie-gb3bn 5 років тому +248

    *Almost cuts through a bunch of cables*
    Guy: "Perfect, right where I wanted it."

    • @NUFCMVFC
      @NUFCMVFC 4 роки тому +26

      Lol, it does look that way. That said when you think about it he has mentioned he's "measured 4 times" which probably means double-checking the other side given there is insulation etc which needed to be moved so his son was probably holding all the cables away from the Wall and has let them go as they've walked back in so they've "sprung" back into place near the holes

    • @joshtheld
      @joshtheld 4 роки тому +2

      @@NUFCMVFC Agree, that makes sense!

    • @YourOwnWay
      @YourOwnWay 3 роки тому

      I was about to say the same thing!

    • @MrPhotobiker
      @MrPhotobiker 3 роки тому

      Lol

  • @gchsbus
    @gchsbus 5 років тому +23

    My friend bought a natural gas grille and did this same project. We did it ourselves up to code. We did pull a permit. So after we were done, we had the inspection and the inspector really busted our balls. We had the safety shut off in the basement and outside like this video. The inspector said we had to move the valve to the wall on the inside of the basement and put a stole there because children cannot reach it in an emergency. He also made us get much larger valves which actually has larger inlet and outlets so we had to adapt. We had to do this on both int inside and outside. He also required us to have signs made to be posted inside and outside (near the grille) and a third one next to the main shut off at the meter that were very large to indicate where the emergency shut off was. He told me that some guy in town did the same thing and had an issue and no one could find the shut off. It wasn't a major inconvenience but took us two more weeks to get it done waiting for the signs from the sign guy and the post inspection.

    • @gavinc8363
      @gavinc8363 2 роки тому +1

      You really should have licensed gas fitter mate

    • @gchsbus
      @gchsbus 2 роки тому +7

      @@gavinc8363 Oh sure. Involve some guy from the union to add several thousand to the price. The install was fine and up to code but the inspector wanted this extra stuff for safety.

    • @gavinc8363
      @gavinc8363 2 роки тому +1

      @@gchsbus 🤦‍♂️

    • @hammerdick82
      @hammerdick82 2 роки тому

      @@gchsbus Shouldve called their office and asked what things they would be looking for before doing it.

    • @gchsbus
      @gchsbus 2 роки тому +1

      @@hammerdick82 That is even worse. Then the inspector will show up either before work has started or during the work to bust our balls. We didn't even pull a permit until we were ready to start doing the pipe.

  • @philipjacques9632
    @philipjacques9632 3 роки тому +13

    One of the most comprehensive, well-explained and professionally presented videos I have seen on You-tube.
    You covered every step, and explained the why behind it.
    Well done.
    Thank-you.

  • @shopart1488
    @shopart1488 4 роки тому +4

    I realize this is an old video but it was very nice to see Richards son Evan on the job. I was wondering if Evan will be taking over? I’m 75 plus and my sons have pretty much taken over which has been great for me and I know with This Old House being 40 years old we will be watching the younger ones soon. And I think with the training they have received the show will thrive in the future. Keep up the good work we love it ❤️

  • @shimes424
    @shimes424 5 років тому +61

    5:32 go away Dad! I'm still trying to hide these wires you almost hit!

    • @jblyon2
      @jblyon2 3 роки тому +1

      My Dad, a licensed high voltage electrician, drilled straight through the feed for the stove when running pipes for a new heater. Made for quite the light show in the basement!

  • @gpslightlock1422
    @gpslightlock1422 4 роки тому +29

    Never place your grill up against the building. I've seen many total losses from out of control grill fires. Fire goes up the siding and in the soffit and it's all over.

    • @howierides
      @howierides 2 роки тому +2

      My natural gas bbq grill has a long enough hose that allows me to move the grill away from the siding and soffit when I'm ready to cook.

  • @chazz256
    @chazz256 5 років тому +104

    "Ahh I can smell it"
    "That's not actually gas Sonny boy"
    Always great info but the obvious scripting is cringey sometimes 😂

  • @Bdyer87
    @Bdyer87 7 років тому +249

    Anyone else notice dude was cooking pancakes on the grill at 0:09

    • @TheNakedgrandpa
      @TheNakedgrandpa 7 років тому +22

      yes I noticed immediately and said wtf aloud.

    • @Whiskey_Irish
      @Whiskey_Irish 7 років тому +11

      Yeah I think he was showing off. ;)

    • @mgkleym
      @mgkleym 6 років тому +31

      Roger noticed too :p

    • @jdmadrian22
      @jdmadrian22 6 років тому +1

      What the frick

    • @KrakenSlayer47
      @KrakenSlayer47 6 років тому +3

      I'm pretty sure that's just their leftover breakfast lol

  • @enkrypt3d
    @enkrypt3d 4 роки тому +14

    I love how the guy is acting like this an unexpected visit and that This Old House just showed up to convert his grill to NG....

  • @thefilmpoets
    @thefilmpoets 2 роки тому +1

    These dudes are 100x better than any UA-camr

  • @nighthawkj30A4
    @nighthawkj30A4 4 роки тому +41

    Switching from Propane to natural gas wonder how Hank hill will feel about that. After installing your propane tanks in your grill.

  • @ScubaCat3
    @ScubaCat3 6 років тому +184

    Good thing they verified capacity. You never know when you may be running everything at once and want to grill a steak at that exact moment.

    • @backupplan6058
      @backupplan6058 5 років тому +53

      Who knows, maybe in the depth of winter while the boiler and furnace is running, fire lit and clothes drying he get the need to do some burgers and pancakes on the grill.

    • @ScubaCat3
      @ScubaCat3 4 роки тому +3

      @@backupplan6058 This is very true. That extra step could really pay off.

    • @kanpaifighto
      @kanpaifighto 4 роки тому +9

      Backup Plan I’ll have you know, grilled winter pancakes are a Massachusetts delicacy!

    • @oliviagreen8853
      @oliviagreen8853 4 роки тому +3

      Omg I can't 🤣🤣

    • @PtrOBrn
      @PtrOBrn 4 роки тому +2

      The benefit of NG to the grill does mean you can grill year round. Couldn't tell you how many times I fire up the grill and wait for that 3 inches of snow on top to melt off. Yeah it is an old grill so I don't cover it any more.

  • @the_jonathan_o
    @the_jonathan_o 4 роки тому +13

    Imagine being the son of a legend!

  • @robsue
    @robsue 8 років тому +33

    Interesting video. I thought you were going to show the conversion of the grill as well.
    I've spent over 30 years as a gasfitter and ended up as a gas inspector in Australia. Because of that experience, I can easily convert between imperial and metric. I found it fascinating that the USA still use steel pipe, admittedly with pre-cut sections.
    Here, we have used copper pipe for over 30 years but in the last ten have seen the use of Polyethylene cross linked aluminum pipe (it looks like plastic) make massive inroads in new housing projects. Your test pressure of 3 psi is exactly the same here expressed as 21 kilopascals. I could write a book in my reply but won't. Keep up the good work.
    Rob

    • @KellyPKramer
      @KellyPKramer 7 років тому +4

      Here in Canada our pressure test has to be 15 pounds for 15 minutes, but in reality has to hold 15 pounds until the inspector gets there the next day..

    • @jacobkindsvatter4055
      @jacobkindsvatter4055 6 років тому +1

      We use a lot of trac pipe on houses where I am from it comes in a roll of how much you need and then stretch it through out the house then give it a clean cut with copper cutters and it requires mechanical fittings for trac pipe only much much faster

    • @ofcv1238
      @ofcv1238 5 років тому +1

      Steel pipe is still required - presumably because it is impossible to get punctured by a screw. It should also protect against a drill bit for a while. The Romex he almost hit will the drill when making the outside hole would NOT be protected.

    • @Tattooed-ig8tj
      @Tattooed-ig8tj 5 років тому +1

      Hi RobSue. Can I ask what state your in? I'm in SA and some of the gas installs I've seen still to this day a lot of them don't meet code. The fitters have no clue and will argue with me till they are blue in the face. It's very Dissapointing. I also agree with you, gas installs in my opinion should only ever be in Copper. Great Video though. I'd hire this guy on the spot :)

    • @ellenorbjornsdottir1166
      @ellenorbjornsdottir1166 4 роки тому +1

      @@KellyPKramer BC?

  • @lol224455
    @lol224455 Рік тому +28

    What did I do without this for so long?2 pieces of French Toast at a time ?20 minutes for 10 pancakes ?NO MOREthis griddle is awesomeTook some time to season before first use ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxHM5jmQoi4dbb0hoWSBs9hPhSwXUbGVG_ did brunch and hibachi dinner on Mother’s Day and it worked like a charmSturdy, well built and heats up quick. burners2-4 were a little stubborn but then lit up.Great addition to my patio.Bought the cover and it’s great, also bought the accessories kit - scraper is good but the spatulas are flimsy to be honest that’s my only negative.

  • @DanDeeg78
    @DanDeeg78 5 років тому +5

    Cutting and threading gas line is not THAT bad, guys. The 'mess' is limited if you know what you're doing, and it doesn't take much more time than piecing it all together. The less fittings, the better. It's a much cleaner and prettier job to have your black iron custom fit.

  • @VC30577
    @VC30577 2 роки тому +1

    I need Richard at my house for the gas line install. What a pro!

  • @James_Hough
    @James_Hough 3 роки тому

    A gas grill is anathema to me, yet I'll watch anything This Old House puts out.

  • @nickv4073
    @nickv4073 6 років тому +20

    A friend of mine put his Weber up against his house like this guy did. His siding melted the first time he used it. I would never place a grill against my house.

    • @scopopulus
      @scopopulus 3 роки тому +2

      looked like this was wood siding, but it's white and would make a mess. the manufacturer usually recommends 18-24" clearance on the back side

  • @osabouri
    @osabouri 5 років тому +57

    A channel about doing it yourself...but you can't since you're not licensed...great!

    • @Helgi105
      @Helgi105 5 років тому +21

      Well, you actually can. Just don't tell anybody)

    • @saintyt309
      @saintyt309 5 років тому +13

      i do renovations all the time without being licensed lol

    • @trevordoeshalloween5994
      @trevordoeshalloween5994 5 років тому +3

      @@saintyt309 you have to be licensed to work with gas

    • @saintyt309
      @saintyt309 5 років тому +2

      Trevor W. not in nz

    • @RoastBeefSandwich
      @RoastBeefSandwich 5 років тому +6

      You're not supposed to DIY, but if you're going to do it anyway, here's how to do it right.

  • @RYN988
    @RYN988 9 днів тому

    Dude knows his stuff

  • @JesusGarcia-en3pj
    @JesusGarcia-en3pj 8 років тому +176

    I just love the part where they ignored the fact that they almost drilled into the romex cable.

    • @klixtrio7760
      @klixtrio7760 7 років тому +14

      I was wondering if anyone noticed that

    • @jaydenmehdi6493
      @jaydenmehdi6493 7 років тому +3

      Jesus Garcia ikr

    • @TheAverythomas01
      @TheAverythomas01 7 років тому +25

      His son was probably holding them out of the way.

    • @KellyPKramer
      @KellyPKramer 7 років тому +1

      My thought exactly...

    • @stevenjones2437
      @stevenjones2437 7 років тому +1

      He said right where i wanted it to be, thats very good he says.
      He should have had his son keep eye on the cables as the dad was drilling thought wall into a blind area how lucky do you feel he said this time he was lucky. next job he may not.
      other than that i enjoyed the video.

  • @dieselking6812
    @dieselking6812 5 років тому +4

    It’s funny I understand the gas part very well because I was taught about it by my dad

  • @elmagnificodep
    @elmagnificodep 4 місяці тому

    2:56 Thank you Dr. Ross Gellar on Friends. 👍🏻

  • @ry03pn
    @ry03pn 4 роки тому +1

    What a foursome! Grew up watching 3/4 of the guys here. Blissful nostalgia :)

  • @toddt0606
    @toddt0606 3 роки тому +3

    Great video, makes it look so easy. I'm sure many DIYers are like, "I know I could do this" but as they clearly mentioned, you need a certified gas fitter/installer since you are working with very flammable gas. This should be called "This Old House of Guys from New England".....Go Sox/Pats!!!

    • @walterbrunswick
      @walterbrunswick 3 роки тому +2

      This guy is a butcher; notice how he uses a pipe wrench on that gas shutoff valve? The teeth on the wrench completely chew up that soft brass. Adjustable wrenches!?
      Also slapping on way too much pipe dope (looks like a mess)
      No close nipples in my jurisdiction!!

    • @vitaliyzakharov6708
      @vitaliyzakharov6708 2 роки тому +1

      @@walterbrunswick I’m not a fan of Richards multiple pipe section method. Seems like he is on threaded coupling manufacturer’s payroll there lol It’s really not that big of a deal to custom thread some pipe. On a small job like this, I could even do it with an old ridged 00r hand threader.

    • @Embermist69
      @Embermist69 2 роки тому

      Depends on where you live and does have to be your own home. Should still pull a permit and get the job inspected. This will could help with insurance if the need ever arises. Now the state of Massachusetts it is hard for a homeowner to do any work in their home it seems. Utility wise it seems, now for carpentry work that does seem a bit easier. Though big items a permit is still needed.
      And on a different note, the state that Revolutionary War official started in is one of the ones with a lot of rules and such.

  • @alhdgysz
    @alhdgysz 3 роки тому +1

    2:57 thank you, Ross!

  • @michaelhardy2803
    @michaelhardy2803 3 роки тому +1

    goal zero yeti 6000x lithium portable power station 200W solar 3 plants goal zero test it out
    Amazing job video

  • @addminusDIY
    @addminusDIY Рік тому

    After watching this im going to plumb my gas line for my portable generator and grill 😂😂 i will make sure gas line is off

  • @XzTS-Roostro
    @XzTS-Roostro 8 років тому +2

    When we had our house built, they put a gas line out to the back patio of our house since we were going to have a full range stove & oven there. However, due to the amount of winds Oklahoma gets, we never got a gas model, but if we were to buy a grill, I'd know what to get.

  • @dandennis8465
    @dandennis8465 5 років тому +1

    I have a similar set up however everything is propane as we don't have gas in our area. It's great not having to worry about an empty propane tank in the middle of cooking.

  • @matthewbyrd398
    @matthewbyrd398 3 роки тому

    Did that on day-one in our new house! The only way to go!

  • @shayd1984triton
    @shayd1984triton 4 роки тому +1

    Richard should have used a reference rod when they were inside. Scott the electrician uses that on jobs.

  • @bkwater5482
    @bkwater5482 4 роки тому +4

    Learning from his dad that's cool 👍☕🚬🇵🇱

  • @gunsnstuff4040
    @gunsnstuff4040 Рік тому +2

    I hope he had all the other gas appliances disconnected and capped for that pressure test. 3 PSI would destroy all gas control valves on every gas appliance in that house. And NO, you would NOT use shutoffs as a bulkhead during testing. Regards, A Licensed Master Plumber and Mechanical Contractor.

    • @blad170
      @blad170 Місяць тому

      I’m sure he did exactly that

  • @davidadams860
    @davidadams860 4 роки тому +10

    Could’ve used homeflex flexible gas line for most of that run...

    • @CoasterCrazyy
      @CoasterCrazyy 3 роки тому

      isn't that stuff like at least triple the cost though?

  • @peyvandmanavipour396
    @peyvandmanavipour396 5 років тому +3

    when applying the pipe joint compound you should not apply any to the first 3 threats... you made some of it go in the pipe which down the road might block the orifice for the appliance, even if you have a dirt pocket which you must have one anyways.

    • @flat-earther
      @flat-earther 5 років тому

      So this rule applies only to gas piping because the orifice?

  • @jerrys1375
    @jerrys1375 5 років тому

    These guys are like super heroes.👊

  • @DanL57
    @DanL57 3 роки тому +2

    Why didn't Richard drill a locating pilot hole from the basement to the outside?

  • @Mojo27564
    @Mojo27564 4 роки тому +1

    Awesome reference video I want to do this job so bad lol

  • @G7130
    @G7130 4 роки тому +1

    Now we have flex lines

  • @andrewness2153
    @andrewness2153 6 років тому +1

    Omg the comments on these videos are even better than the videos...

  • @originalmunchietv
    @originalmunchietv 5 років тому

    Classic. This guy killed it.

  • @f2white
    @f2white 3 роки тому

    Man! I stopped the video to see: "Are those pancakes?" I feel so relieved and vindicated at the end of this video.

  • @holywells
    @holywells 4 роки тому +4

    Careful getting too much pipe dope on the inside of the fittings....it can easily plug up orifices and mess up a pressure regulator. Just saying.

  • @DesignsbyCADPRO
    @DesignsbyCADPRO 8 років тому +124

    Will the son be on This old house in 2030?

    • @clydebalcom8252
      @clydebalcom8252 5 років тому +4

      You see Evan now and then. I think he might replace his Dad after Richard retires.

    • @3L5Ancho
      @3L5Ancho 4 роки тому +3

      Yea he's going to be balding up top too

    • @kav0r
      @kav0r 4 роки тому

      He looks like his dad haha

  • @REVerbtalk
    @REVerbtalk 5 років тому +16

    Wait wait wait... what in the hell are pancakes doing on the grill? Never had grilled pancakes. I laughed my butt off... but it's interesting

  • @knockitofff
    @knockitofff 4 роки тому +5

    Like father like son, USE AN ADJUSTABLE WRENCH ON THE BRASS VALVES!!!!!!!

  • @youhen01
    @youhen01 3 роки тому +2

    It’s always interesting seeing how they do it in other countries. Very rarely see galv mild steel threaded piping for gas lines here in Australia.

    • @bretatvs
      @bretatvs 3 роки тому +6

      It wasn’t galvanized.

    • @Fattony6666
      @Fattony6666 2 роки тому +4

      What do you use, Koala skins?

  • @candeffect
    @candeffect 3 роки тому +1

    I like having both ng and lp for backup.

  • @zaxarispetixos8728
    @zaxarispetixos8728 5 років тому

    In the end to ensure it doesn't rust it is code to paint with rustproof in the start showes meter the pipes of the company have turned brown from rust

  • @baddogduering2492
    @baddogduering2492 3 роки тому +3

    He must be a grilling god to cook pancakes on a grill

  • @jasonmadruga9028
    @jasonmadruga9028 6 місяців тому

    great, very detail. just got a Weber Genesis as well. thanks

  • @bigmike2000mb
    @bigmike2000mb 4 роки тому

    Sediment trap is for natural gas and a drip leg is for propane.

  • @AK4TF
    @AK4TF 6 років тому +2

    those new compression type fittings are very similar to a myriad of connectors used in the aircraft industry for hydraulic and fuel lines. We sometimes get lines that have dents beyond limits or chaffed too thin and have to splice new sections in if the line isn't small enough to be removed and remade.

  • @tweakydancemusic8209
    @tweakydancemusic8209 4 роки тому +1

    very good idea, will consider getting someone to do it for my BBQ

  • @_J_U_S_T_I_N_
    @_J_U_S_T_I_N_ 3 роки тому

    That ProPress tool at the end has been around for copper since I was a journeyman fitter in 02'. I never trusted it because most rubber has a lifespan of failure where it can begin to leak. I'd rather go with good ol 95/5.

  • @CarlosLopez-hi3pk
    @CarlosLopez-hi3pk 6 років тому +6

    I prefer charcoal

  • @cwsosby
    @cwsosby 2 місяці тому

    That was a great video. So for most applications you just need to change the orifices to accommodate for the NG after you have a connection?

  • @michaelhernandez4423
    @michaelhernandez4423 3 роки тому +1

    Anyone notice he didn’t caulk the hole that he drilled? It was bigger than the gas line.

  • @adamnishin3689
    @adamnishin3689 5 років тому +9

    Where do I get the quick attach to the BBQ?

  • @plainOldFool
    @plainOldFool 2 роки тому

    How to install a natural gas barbecue grill - "Now this is not a do-it-yourself job. You need to be a licensed gas fitter".

  • @willsmith475
    @willsmith475 2 роки тому +1

    One question, wouldn’t you want to burn off as much gas in the line before unscrewing that pipe cap?

  • @shawnsg
    @shawnsg 4 роки тому +24

    "This is NOT a DIY project"
    How to Install a Natural Gas Barbecue Grill

  • @tinderinc
    @tinderinc 8 років тому +12

    0:45 That meter and lines need paint to prevent rust and leaking that a customer would have to pay extra on the bill if it leaks for no reason. Not to mention the safety issues.....

    • @madrad3
      @madrad3 7 років тому +3

      Tinder inc not responsible for the meter back

    • @toddmateo9130
      @toddmateo9130 6 років тому

      yeah Richard mentioned rust isn't good but the main connections are rust loaded.

  • @pctas5
    @pctas5 8 років тому +2

    hola, en argentina esta prohibido el uso de acoples rapidos para gas, solo se usan en compresores de aire. un fuerte abrazo y felices fiestas !!!!!!

  • @lynnblanchard8856
    @lynnblanchard8856 2 місяці тому

    How about installing a natural gas gas line in a new build? That would be much simpler right?

  • @cassidymichael7380
    @cassidymichael7380 4 місяці тому

    Maybe when you have some down time teach Evan how to use a pipe wrench properly

  • @themanwhotsoldtheworld1388
    @themanwhotsoldtheworld1388 3 роки тому

    I prefer threads.. thx for sharing..

  • @Bremend
    @Bremend 3 роки тому

    I think the previous owner of my house watched this, and didn't think about placement too much

  • @shimes424
    @shimes424 5 років тому +4

    Sweet! They have sharkbites for gas pipe? That'll last fornever

    • @Vanilla_Icecream1231
      @Vanilla_Icecream1231 3 роки тому

      Not shark bites it’s called pro press it is way more reliable than shark bite pro press works for water and gas lines

  • @Lcab-bh3wx
    @Lcab-bh3wx 2 роки тому

    In Pennsylvania it must be galvanized pipe outside. Code.

  • @lal12
    @lal12 5 років тому

    Here in Germany you just can use copper pipes (the same as for water heating) and use very simple press fittings (also basically the same as for water heating) and press them with the press shown in the video. Copper pipes with press fittings can now be used for drinking water, water heating and gas, also since some years you also can use flexible plastic pipes for water, water heating and gas.

  • @ericneering6357
    @ericneering6357 2 роки тому

    The bad thing about the O-ring one is a lot of stuff that’s got O-rings fail then what are you do

  • @jbockel
    @jbockel 4 роки тому +2

    5:35, Once the gas pipe is fed through the newly drilled hole in the side of the house, how do you seal the gap between the hole and the pipe to prevents critters, dirt, and drafts from passing through?

    • @johntoups6338
      @johntoups6338 4 роки тому +5

      i'm no plumber, but my guess is expanding spray foam, or silicone.

  • @zachj8212
    @zachj8212 4 роки тому

    Mr. Licenced Gasfitter used a closed nipple on gas line, tisk tisk.

  • @QuaabQueb
    @QuaabQueb 7 років тому +46

    2:11 seriously lol

    • @6ixnk
      @6ixnk 7 років тому +1

      yes

    • @hlnc_07
      @hlnc_07 6 років тому

      Chargèro iu

    • @Reignz
      @Reignz 6 років тому +4

      WRONG he is using the pipe wrench backwards...

    • @Ryanwolson12
      @Ryanwolson12 6 років тому +3

      Reignz it got the easy job done didn't it

    • @kngo206
      @kngo206 6 років тому

      Chargèro

  • @Zaptosis
    @Zaptosis 4 роки тому

    Think this is a feasible idea, my strategy is to look for rentals where heating is free then get a hookup to 3 natural gas generators outside to power the mining farm. Then I can run the rig for 500 hours, shut it off, do an oil change, & turn everything back on. If I have a year lease then they have a binding agreement & have to front the gas cost while I make mad profit essentially turning the free electricity into cash.
    Every 2 years sell the generators & buy new ones to recover most the cost before they start breaking down & buy slightly used ones from Facebook marketplace again.

    • @chicoguapz2573
      @chicoguapz2573 3 роки тому

      good luck finding lease that allow you to fuckel with the gas lines

  • @gus520az8
    @gus520az8 7 років тому +4

    Can't wait till I teach my son my trade even tho I'm not license..

  • @jamess5415
    @jamess5415 2 роки тому

    Mustard on the dog, only way!

  • @heroknaderi
    @heroknaderi 4 роки тому +1

    Good job I enjoyed watching your video 😎👍

  • @chrisparker4940
    @chrisparker4940 3 роки тому

    Evan put the goop on the threads, MAN!!

  • @Engineer9736
    @Engineer9736 7 років тому

    Interesting to see the differences between USA and NL where i live. Here they use copper piping for gas. Just cut them to length, bend them, and use a torch to solder them. Don't ask me about the torch in combination with gas lines though lol. I think when the pressure is off, it only burns very slightly.

    • @KellyPKramer
      @KellyPKramer 7 років тому +2

      Wow, here in Canada we cannot solder gas lines, and now most of us use gastite...or a similar product

    • @AMD1
      @AMD1 6 років тому

      I'm surprised that gas pipes are soldered. Do you know what type is used, like lead free water pipe solder, brazing rod, or a special rated solder just for gas? Are flare fittings acceptable for a gas line application?

  • @joebrewer5885
    @joebrewer5885 4 роки тому

    Richard points to the meter bar as if gas goes thru it , isn't it just a brace to secure the meter piping? If the gas were to go thru it, the meter would be bi-passed and you would be getting free gas.

  • @MrJimmy-fl2bn
    @MrJimmy-fl2bn 2 роки тому

    Natural gas is one of the few things I will not mess with in my house.

  • @edvenuto9614
    @edvenuto9614 4 роки тому

    I love propayne

  • @dbcrn859
    @dbcrn859 3 роки тому +6

    So glad I live where I'm "allowed" to do this myself, and not have to hire someone and have permits and inspections!

  • @jameshoward8544
    @jameshoward8544 4 роки тому +1

    The reading glasses MAAAAK crew

  • @tyl8ter
    @tyl8ter 6 років тому +2

    Please explain to me how to determine the amount of capacity ( 400k btus) coming from main line... the meter?...Thank you....Great program guys...I learn a lot from you guys

    • @deanrapp5658
      @deanrapp5658 5 років тому +1

      Cubic ft hr (cfh) x 2.72 = btu’s

    • @ellenorbjornsdottir1166
      @ellenorbjornsdottir1166 4 роки тому

      a btu is about 1 kJ (1055 J) and fortisbc bills in GJ. just use kJ from now on if you are in southern BC

  • @werockyourworld100
    @werockyourworld100 4 роки тому +1

    I came to the comments just to see the people talk about the romex wire 😂

    • @oxymoron296
      @oxymoron296 4 роки тому

      It didn't disappoint, huh? Lol

  • @markturkaly9205
    @markturkaly9205 2 роки тому

    Great video Richard

  • @lukehershey6995
    @lukehershey6995 2 місяці тому

    Why would you do a leak test in the house if you don't smell anything? In a confined space like that, with even a tiny leak you will know there is a leak based on smell well before you would be able to see bubbles from a soap test. - Natural gas line inspector in previous career

  • @Trd2020
    @Trd2020 2 роки тому

    Why do some videos show them changing the valves inside the knobs?

  • @K_M_M_G
    @K_M_M_G 5 років тому +17

    5:36 hope he didn’t just get lucky with the electric.... lesson for everyone watching

    • @Taureg
      @Taureg 3 роки тому +1

      His son probably held up the cables while he drilled, not a big deal

  • @diegovaler5204
    @diegovaler5204 6 років тому +1

    quick coupling connection

  • @Youtuber__
    @Youtuber__ 10 місяців тому

    Great video

  • @MarcBreslow
    @MarcBreslow 7 років тому +2

    I'm contemplating where to put a gas grill. It looks like this one is installed about 3' in front of the house. Is that a safe distance?

  • @zackthebongripper7274
    @zackthebongripper7274 4 роки тому +26

    "It's a good practice, and code, to spray it with a rust-proof paint" . . .all over your tools below.

    • @walterbrunswick
      @walterbrunswick 3 роки тому

      The way he uses pipe wrenches and groove-joint pliers with teeth on soft brass fittings (with flat hex/oct shapes!!) just says enough about his attention to detail and workmanship

  • @75ss
    @75ss 5 років тому +2

    Is there any meter to see the gas running through the pipe?

  • @Chronos0802
    @Chronos0802 5 років тому

    I have never seen anyone run black pipe for a bbq line. It's either copper or the new gastite or wardflex. Also not sure what your codes and regulations are there but here it's a minimum 15 psi for 15 minutes for a pressure test.