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Who is responsible for your gas meter box?
Your local gas company provider is responsible for your gas meter box.
Is it legal for a homeowner to move a gas meter?
If the meter is moved with the consent of the gas company, yes. In most cases the gas company will inspect, or even do the moving of the meter, for the appropriate fee.
How do you hook a thermostat to your LP gas logs?
Not a job for the average homeowner. Contact a gas appliance company.
Should there be a strong smell at the gas meter?
Absolutely not. If there is a strong smell of gas at the meter, call the gas company.
Which companies make gas meters?
There are many companies that make gas meters, one of them is American Meter Company. Another great company that produces gas meters is Elster American Meter.
How do you change the gas meter yourself?
Call the gas company to come and do that. You are not allowed to tamper with gas fixtures.
Why is your gas meter making a squeaking noise?
There can be many reasons why a gas meter is making a squeaking noise. If the noise is accompanied by an odor of gas, you should call the gas company right away. In many cases the noise is nothing to be concerned about, but it can be annoying. The gas company may be able to change out your meter for a new one that is quiet.
If gas is leaking in wall who is responsible for repairs?
The owner of the building is responsible for the condition of the piping in the house, and usually all the way to the meter. Utility companies are only responsible for the system to the meter, or in case of sewer lines, to the connection at the main.
Does the gas company have to relocate meter?
no, new meter on Lakehurst Naval Air Station for new Facility being built.
Does increasing gas meter size override need to increase pipe size?
No. Meters are set for different outgoing pressures. Higher pressure coming out meter allows for smaller piping to be used. A gas pressure regulator will be needed at each appliance to reduce gas pressure to required gas pressure for appliance. Gas company should be able to take care of meter. Gas company or plumber should know how to size piping.
Does it cost to add a gas meter to a house?
No! the gas company will install one for free. However, it may cost to add a gas line to a house.
What size gas meter do you need for a house that has 200000 BTU heater?
Check with your utility company; you may have other gas utilities in use as well.
