gas piping for pool heater

Posted by Eric Grob on July 20, 19100 at 12:32:46:
Hi: I've been getting numerous versions of what is required for the buried gas piping to connect my outdoor gas water heater for a pool. The UPC codes I've seen on-line say >18" depth and lists various materials allowable for the pipe. However, one of the quotes I've gotten included a separate trench (the electrical is still open at >18" depth) because gas piping must be flat, and can't follow the ground contour. This obviously is not something I want to do (pay for), if not needed. Also, is copper tubing acceptable, assuming the right OD and type, for buried installations?? Help!! Thanks

Posted by Eric Grob on July 20, 19100 at 12:32:46:

Hi:

I've been getting numerous versions of what is required for the buried gas piping to connect my outdoor gas water heater for a pool.

The UPC codes I've seen on-line say >18" depth and lists various materials allowable for the pipe. However, one of the quotes I've gotten included a separate trench (the electrical is still open at >18" depth) because gas piping must be flat, and can't follow the ground contour. This obviously is not something I want to do (pay for), if not needed.

Also, is copper tubing acceptable, assuming the right OD and type, for buried installations??

Help!!

Thanks

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