Gas line installation in Utah: safety, permits, and what to expect
Adding a gas line for a range, dryer, water heater, fire pit, outdoor kitchen, or pool heater is common, but it is not a DIY project. Here is a general overview of how a properly done gas job works in Utah, so you know what to ask for.
Permits and inspections
In Utah, new gas piping and appliance connections generally require a permit from the local building department, and they are inspected before the gas is turned on. Requirements vary by city and county, so check with your local building department or have your contractor pull the permit. The inspection is an independent check that the work is safe, and it can matter for insurance and resale.
Use a licensed, qualified contractor
Ask for the contractor's Utah license number and verify it with the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL). Service Right is a Utah licensed contractor (B100 General Building, E100 General Engineering, H100 HVAC, License #12839220-5501) and RMGA Gas Certified.
What a proper install includes
- Sizing: The pipe is sized for the total load of every appliance on the system and the length of the run. An undersized line can starve appliances.
- Approved materials: Piping, fittings, and connectors are rated for gas and installed to code and the manufacturer's instructions.
- Shutoffs: Each appliance gets an accessible shutoff valve.
- Pressure testing: New piping is pressure-tested for leaks before it is put into service.
- Venting and combustion air: Appliances that need venting get it, and indoor appliances have enough combustion air.
Before any digging
For buried lines (outdoor kitchens, fire pits, pool heaters), utilities must be located before excavation. In Utah, contact Blue Stakes of Utah by calling 811 before you dig.
If you smell gas
Leave the area right away. Don't use switches, phones, or anything that could spark near the smell. Once you are safely away, call your gas utility's emergency line or 911. Don't go back until it has been declared safe.
Planning a gas project?
Tell us which appliances you are adding and where they will go, and we'll provide a free estimate. See our gas services or request a quote.
This guide is general information, not engineering, legal, or code advice. Requirements vary by location and product, so check your local building department and the manufacturer's instructions.