I'm remodeling the kitchen and would like to address a issue with the existing gas supply line to the cooktop. Currently it sticks out way to far and I would like to shorten it. The part of the pipe that needs to be changed (something like a 6-8" to a 4" with an elbow), is on the otherside of the shutoff valve.
I've seen people do this type of work without even shutting off the gas... not sure I want to take this approach , but, hey... I wouldn't mind some suggestions. I always thought that if you turned off the gas, you had to call the gas company to have it turned back on - so this could be a pain (if I have my facts straight). Or maybe I shouldn't touch this at all --- is this something a plumber does? Or is it another trade?
Any advice on doing this myself (or not) is appreciated... I've done gas connections before, but I've always had a shutoff valve between me and supply line.
Thanks!
I've seen people do this type of work without even shutting off the gas... not sure I want to take this approach , but, hey... I wouldn't mind some suggestions. I always thought that if you turned off the gas, you had to call the gas company to have it turned back on - so this could be a pain (if I have my facts straight). Or maybe I shouldn't touch this at all --- is this something a plumber does? Or is it another trade?
Any advice on doing this myself (or not) is appreciated... I've done gas connections before, but I've always had a shutoff valve between me and supply line.
Thanks!