Natural gas range that doesn't require electricity?
CJ Mac
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Electric heating- house in the country (can't do natural gas)
Comments (24)Heat from efficient electric sources such as heat pumps may feel "cold" at the supply register because the temperature may be less than normal body temperature (98.6 degrees F). Virtually everything less than normal body temperature may feel "cold" to many people. In fact, however, the supply air from electric systems such as heat pumps is more than warm enough to maintain a 72-degree interior temperature or higher (assuming house is properly insulated and sealed). That said, inefficient electric strip heaters with or without circulating fans, on the other hand, may be able to keep an interior space comfortable and warm, but they are notoriously inefficient and costly ways to heat interior space. Now, however, we're talking about efficiency and operating expense, not how a system "feels" and whether or not it will work properly to maintain a comfortable interior temperature. Gas fired heating sources with forced air supply distribution generally provide supply air that is warmer than body temperature--so they seem "warm" to the human body, but still are governed by a thermostat set to a reach and maintain a given setting. If the ambient temperature in a space is 72-degrees, it really doesn't matter how it got there--from electric or gas sources! With either electric or gas source heating, maintaining comfortable interior temperatures should not be a problem, if the system is properly designed and if the house is built for the type of system being used. System efficiency and operating expense should rightly be major criteria for selecting a heating/cooling system. That said, as humans we all have our preferences and personal choices, so whatever works satisfactorily for heating/cooling is usually a good approach....See MoreNatural Gas or Electric?
Comments (15)When we had a gas leak a few months ago, the gas company rep shut off all gas appliances in the house, made a note of the gas meter reading, waited 10 minutes, and checked the meter reading again. That way he could tell if there was a leak inside the house somewhere, either in the gas lines or in one of the appliances. Such a test should single out a gas leak that's inside the house, which will almost definitely be your responsibility. In some communities, however, a gas line from the main to the meter is on the gas company's nickel. I would contact somebody in your Town to find out the rules. Don't ask the gas company because they'll only tell you that you have to pay for that, even if that's not the case. To find out exactly where the leak is, they use a device like a wand that they move around near the pipes and appliances. If there's a leak, the wand starts to make a loud clicking sound. Were you there when your gas rep found leaks? If not, I think it would be appropriate for you to ask how they found the leaks and exactly where they are. Since so much money is involved, it would not be unreasonable for them to come out again and show you where and how they found leaks. Your house may be 100 years old, but when was the gas line put in? How long do those things last? I think you should make sure that the company is not trying to pull a fast one on you and get you to pay for something they are responsible for....See MoreChanging from electric to natural gas
Comments (13)No, the furnace is located in the attic and is electric. The electric water heater is in the garage in a closet. And I will be buying a new dryer. I will check and see what the cost is to run a line just to the house. I would think the most likely spot would be through the brick into the garage. Then I could probably get it routed to the water heater. But then I am thinking about possible fuel spills with lawn equipment, paint thinner use etc. Having a gas water heater would not be a good idea with an open flame present. So maybe it's just best to stay with electric and insulate the tank and pipes as best I can....See MoreChanging from Electric to Gas Range
Comments (21)We moved from electric cooktop to gas cooktop too a decade ago. We had gas just below in an cement gas furnace room, as well as a gas range so one of those got tapped. Cost: $200. Check your city code: emergency turn off valves may be required, as well as specific code diameter of gas pipe (half inch for us I think). Investigate your range purchase specs for what diameter gas pipe hook up is required and match that. I've seen one require 3/4" gas pipe. This may save you aggravation and money later on. Know where your house gas turn off valve is (black or blue is common) to turn off, as well as your out side gas meter location for access, and put your gas company's number in your cell phone or other in case of emergency as your gas company must have people immediately responsive to their gas customers. A cooktop with drawers underneath allows the emergency shut off valve to be prominent in blue or blue towards the rear of the draw ensemble. Easily accessed. A range is a different story: 400 pounds of range defies emergency pull out alone. Some run an emergency valve to the cabinet above; others run the line out one of the side of the range. If code doesn't require this, some may just rely on shutting the main gas valve off down below. Painting this valve blue or black, and water red and showing family members their location may truly be of benefit to all. I've used my red one once and glad I knew where it was. For gas cooking though, you have less time, and I'm planning the shut off valve near the range. I love to cook on a gas cooktop. I bet I'd like induction too. Lucky we have these choices and regular supply of both gas and electricity....See Moreplllog
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