Are your oil appliances aging and ready for a change? Did you just buy a home that needs an update? Whether working with oil or gas, there are lots of complications that can arise. It’s also where having an expert on location will make all the difference. If you are looking at oil to gas conversions as the best solution, here’s how J Griffin Heating and Plumbing will help you get it completed.
The Northeast has the greatest number of oil consumers because, historically, fuel was more accessible a century ago. Gas companies quickly began to expand their main lines as suburbs grew larger. Now that natural gas is more commonly available and easier to access, homeowners are now looking to modernize their properties, including the gas lines, heating systems, and household appliances.
Tasks That Require Expertise During Oil To Gas Conversions
Oil to gas conversions are not everyday jobs. They require a lot of precise decision making and attention to detail. It also requires multi-tasking. Here are a few things that DIYers likely can’t do.
- Gas Line Installation
Depending on the square footage of your home and the number of gas appliances you will have installed, gas lines can be a difficult task without the right commercial equipment. It’s possible you will also need permits, but we will gladly perform this service as well. As you may also need to extend gas lines to the home and install them inside, you’ll want an expert to do it for you.
If you already have some gas appliances but wish to convert those that are oil, understanding appliance or heating system specifications requires industry knowledge. You may need a service connection upgrade to handle the additional gas appliance load. If you intend to install a stove, furnace, water heater, dryer, or pool heater, you’ll want the right team for oil to gas conversions.
- Heating System Conversion Or Replacement
We can’t even stress the importance of not choosing this task as a DIY project. The furnace specifications are an exact science. Some oil heating systems can be converted to gas, but some cannot and must be replaced. Age is also a factor. If your furnace is over a decade old, we highly recommend choosing a new model because you’ll be replacing it anyway in a few years. Our team always performs a thorough inspection to answer these questions and provide you with all the possibilities. It isn’t a simple job that can be switched out without careful considerations.
- Removal of Vent & Fill Pipes
As a homeowner, it’s important to also remove the vent and fill pipes from the exterior of the home. They are usually located on the exterior wall or foundation. You won’t need the vent or piping from the old system that fed the house any longer since you are converting from oil to gas, so it will be necessary to remove these components and patch the wall or foundation opening.
When working with oil and gas, this is where expertise really matters. You want someone who has both industry knowledge and first-hand experience. With over thirty years in the business, we’re the right experts for the job. That’s what matters when looking for oil to gas conversions. Call our office at (781) 521-2188 or visit www.facebook.com/JGriffinHeatingandPlumbing/ to get started today.