Expert Gas Fitter Edmonton

Permits are sometimes required for gas fitting services. This is because tampering with pipes is a serious business. If installations, repairs or alterations are done incorrectly, natural gas may be extremely hazardous.

When it comes to professional gas fitters, Edmonton city permit and code requirements stipulate that they must be licensed with the City of Edmonton (don’t worry—we are!), and permits must be obtained during installations, alterations and relocations of the following:

• Barbecues
• Patio heaters
• Fire pits
• Space heaters
• Fireplaces
• Garage heaters
• Dryers
• Stoves
• Furnaces
• Water heaters
• Pipes

When calling Mr. Rooter Plumbing for service from a gas fitter, Edmonton homeowners can count on us to apply for a permit on their behalf. We’re able to apply for permits and request an inspection online, making it a relatively easy process. Once we’ve obtained the permit and completed the project, an inspection of the work must be completed.

Natural gas is safe for use in residential and commercial properties as long as it is used properly and installed by a competent and certified gas fitter. Edmonton residents should keep in mind that, just like with electricity, there are certain things you need to know to stay safe. You probably think of electricity as being fairly hazard-free, and thanks to some advancements in electrical circuits, it usually is. That being said, you’d never think to stick a fork into your outlet—at least, we hope so!

Likewise, natural gas is safe as long as you take some precautions. Natural gas is not poisonous like carbon monoxide, but when it accumulates in a small space without adequate ventilation, it can push the oxygen out of a room. The higher the concentration of gas, the less oxygen there will be, and the harder it will be to breathe. Though natural gas is odourless, chemicals are added to it to produce a smell similar to rotten eggs in an attempt to make leaks easier to identify. As long as you have a sense of smell, you should be able to notice a leak in your home. However, if you don’t have a sense of smell you might consider avoiding natural gas for some appliances like the stove, as it’s easy to bump a stovetop knob and turn the gas on inadvertently, and if you can’t smell the gas, that could be a problem.

Some other ways you can stay safe include:

• Inspecting appliances regularly. You may conduct a basic inspection on your own, but if you live in an older home, you should consider using our leak detection service.
• Teaching your children about the hazards of natural gas. Ensure that they have a healthy level of trepidation around the stove and barbecue.
• In addition to your carbon monoxide detector, install a natural gas detector. It doesn’t hurt and could very well save your life.
• Be aware of the location of your natural gas shut-off valve. If you’re worried about a leak, you don’t want to be wandering around looking for it.

Fortunately, the steps you should take if you think you have a leak inside your home are fairly straightforward. To avoid overcomplicating things, there is truly only one thing that you need to remember—get out. Ideally, you’d want to open the windows in your home to allow the gas to escape before leaving, but if the smell is strong and comes on suddenly, leave the windows and get out immediately. No matter what, do not turn on any lights (or other electrical appliances), use your phone or light a match.

Once you and your loved ones are out of the house and a safe distance away, use your cell phone or one of your neighbours’ phones to call 911. You’ll also need to contact your utility company. After it's been checked out and your house is deemed safe again, call us for service from a reliable gas fitter in Edmonton.

You may not always smell the odour of natural gas when there's a leak, especially if your sense of smell is compromised, so it's good to know the other signs that could indicate there's trouble with your natural gas lines and you need the help of an experienced gas fitter. Edmonton homeowners should be aware of the following signs of a gas leak, although they can be very difficult to identify outside of the odor of the gas:

• Unexplained increases in natural gas charges on your utility bill
• Visible cracks in gas lines
• Rust or other signs of corrosion on gas fittings
• Houseplants near natural gas lines are inexplicably dead or dying

Our gas fitting service covers everything from appliance installation to new line installation. As such, the cost will vary considerably. Generally, the more complex and large-scale the project, the higher it will cost.

Regardless of the service, you can trust that our team is committed to providing you with fair prices. Many of our customers would attest to this, as unlike other plumbing companies and gas fitters in Edmonton, we provide upfront pricing and never charge our customers an overtime fee. You know exactly what you’ll pay at the end from the moment we provide you with a free evaluation and estimate.

Suppose you're replacing an electric kitchen appliance with one that uses natural gas. In that case, it may be necessary to extend an existing gas line into your kitchen, and that gas line can come from the outside if that's the best option, as determined by your gas fitter. Edmonton gas fitting professionals at Mr. Rooter Plumbing will look at all the possible options for extending a gas line, and if it's close to your kitchen, the better choice may end up being your outside line rather than the one in your basement.

You certainly can, but many homeowners choose to invest in gas so that they can use natural gas instead of propane. This is because gas-consuming appliances tend to cost quite a bit less than propane equipment.

If you currently use propane instead of natural gas for your barbecue but are considering having a gas line installed, we encourage you to contact us for pricing on a gas fitting service. All of our quotes are obligation-free, so once you receive our upfront pricing, you can crunch the numbers to determine if natural gas makes more financial sense for you.

This is a common concern, but it's actually nothing to worry about—in some cases, it may actually reduce your utility bills a bit to have a fireplace installed by your gas fitter. Edmonton homeowners tend to find that fireplaces add a nice ambiance to a room, and they're pretty energy efficient. If you're using it as a heat source, it may increase your bill a bit. But because it only heats one room, you could turn your thermostat down when everyone's gathered around the fireplace, and you'll stay toasty warm without having to waste as much money heating the rest of the house that you're not using at the time, and that could actually save you a little money on your utility costs.

In the City of Edmonton, homeowners are not permitted to install a new gas line or do other types of gas fitting. And, even if they were, we wouldn’t recommend it. Unless you know what you’re doing, making repairs to pipes and doing new gas fitting installations is a dangerous business. Don’t risk your life and the well-being of those you love in an attempt to save a few dollars. There’s a reason Edmonton gas fitters are highly trained to provide gas fitting services.

Whether you live in an Edmonton neighbourhood such as Aspen Gardens or Brookside, or you’re located in one of the surrounding municipalities of Sherwood Park or St. Albert, our certified gas fitters in Edmonton are ready and willing to provide you with all of your gas fitting needs. Whether you live in an older home and require inspection services for peace of mind or you want to get a new line installed, we can handle the job—and provide you with the highest level of customer service while doing it.

When it's time for a gas fitting, Edmonton residents can simply give us a call, and one of our friendly and knowledgeable customer service representatives will answer any questions. Or book an on-site estimate for Edmonton gas fitting or other services, including gas line repair or water heater repair. We look forward to welcoming you into the Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Edmonton family!