Re: Does this estimate sound right?

On Thu, 27 Nov 2003 15:54:14 GMT, Kenny ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) wrote:

>I'm trying to get a gas line run for the dryer. The gas meter is
>directly on the other side of the garage wall, so a  T needs to be
>installed, and a line run through the  wall. The dryer will be in the
>garage, literally 2-3' away. 
>
>I asked them to cut the hole for the vent kit as well. 
>
>Estimates ranged from over $600 to $300. I thought this would take a
>mere hour or so and run about $100 bucks. Am I wrong?
>
>Thanks!


Get a couple of more estimates. If you really want to lower the cost,
drill the holes yourself. Running 3 feet of pipe and installing a
shut-off valve shouldn't be over US$100, IMHO. The materials aren't
costly and there isn't more than an hour's labor involved.

I recently had two tees and two circuits (with shut-offs) added to the
outside of my home in Washington State, total run of about 30 feet,
for $300. A fireplace shop did the work, off season.

Have you considered whether a permit is required, and the cost of
that? Perhaps the estimate you received includes the permit. 

John Davies
Spokane WA USA