How Much Does Natural Gas Grill Hookup Installation Cost?

What's better than a cook out with good food and good friends? A cook out that uses a natural gas barbecue.

Even though many people use natural gas to heat and cool their home, they don't consider using it as an energy source for their grill.

How Much Does a Natural Gas Grill Hookup Cost? #

Having a contractor install a natural gas line, quick-disconnect hose kit and fuel conversion for your gas grill typically costs $500 to $1,800, depending on the complexity.

Here is a breakdown of costs:

Natural Gas Line

• Nearby existing gas line: $200 to $500
• New gas line up to 25 ft: $800 to $1,500

Quick-Disconnect Hose Kit

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Fuel Conversion

• Convert your propane grill: $100 to $250

Permits & Other Costs

• $200 to $500

With a converted grill, the natural gas line, and quick-disconnect hookup, homeowners typically invest $1,000 to $1,800 for the convenience of fueling a gas grill directly from a home natural gas supply.

Real-World Natural Gas Grill Hookup Costs #

Here are some real-world quotes from homeowners on how much they paid to have natural gas grill hookups installed:

• "I had a gas line extended from my home meter to the patio for my grill. With the quick disconnect and permit, it was $725." - James T., Ohio

• "The plumber ran 40 feet of gas pipe under my concrete patio to my built-in outdoor kitchen for $1,410." - Anne B., Texas

• "I purchased a conversion kit and had a plumber tap into an existing stub to add a hookup for my grill for $610 total." - Kevin R., Pennsylvania

• "It cost me $1,835 to have a gas line and quick disconnect added on my pool patio, around 15 ft from the house supply." - Olivia S., Maryland

• "I only needed 5 extra feet of pipe added for my grill space. With fittings and an upgraded hose, it was $425." - Noah P., Arizona

• "I invested in running a new gas line from the street for the grill and firepit area, which cost $3,200 altogether." - Emma C., Nevada

As you see, costs range widely from $425 for simple connections up to $3,200 for long, complex runs. Most homeowners spend $900 to $1,500 adding dedicated gas grill lines and hookups if reasonably close to an existing supply line.

Benefits of a Gas Barbecue Grill #

American grilling, once dominated by charcoal, was revolutionized by the use of propane barbecues. A natural gas grill, however, is superior to both competitors in a number of ways, including:

• Convenience: Most grillers have experienced that moment when, right in the middle of cooking, the propane runs out, requiring a trip to the store or a move indoors. With gas, you have a constant power supply, meaning that you'll never have to worry about half-cooked food or hauling around heavy tanks.
• Portability: With the right gas hookup and a long connection hose, you can place your grill anywhere in your yard. Move the party from the deck to the pool or wherever you like.
• Safety: Natural gas, because it's lighter than air, rises, so in the event of a leak, you won't have to worry about a dangerous gas buildup.
• Cost: In many areas, natural gas is cheaper than propane, resulting in considerable cost savings over the time you own your grill.
• Clean: Not only is natural gas cheaper than propane, but it burns cleaner, resulting in fewer toxins that can end up on your food and in the environment.

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