Converting Appliances from Electric to Gas: What You Need to Know Before You Switch
Why Convert to Gas? | Which Appliances Can You Convert? | What’s Involved in a Conversion? | Why Hire a Qualified Contractor? | Schedule an Estimate
Thinking of Switching from Electric to Gas? Read This First.
Upgrading your kitchen or utility room? Many Pittsburgh homeowners are choosing to replace their electric appliances with natural gas models — and for good reason. Gas is fast, efficient, and often cheaper long-term.
At Steel City Natural Gas, we help homeowners, property managers, and contractors safely convert electric appliances to gas by installing the necessary gas lines and ensuring every connection is code-compliant.
Benefits of Converting to Gas
- Faster heating: Gas stoves, dryers, and water heaters heat more quickly than electric models
- Energy efficiency: Gas appliances typically cost less to operate over time
- Resale value: Gas lines and appliances are a selling point for many buyers
- Emergency resilience: Some gas appliances function during power outages
Which Appliances Can Be Converted?
You can replace many common electric appliances with gas models, including:
- Ranges and ovens
- Clothes dryers
- Water heaters (including tankless units)
- Furnaces and boilers
- Outdoor grills, fire pits, and pool heaters
Depending on the setup, you may need to install new gas lines or modify your current piping to accommodate the appliance.
What’s Involved in a Safe Conversion?
Gas conversions aren’t DIY projects. Here’s what the process usually involves:
- Evaluating appliance specs and gas demand
- Running or extending gas lines from your meter or main trunk
- Installing shutoff valves and code-compliant fittings
- Pressure testing the new line
- Coordinating any required inspections
Appliance hookups must meet local codes — and improperly installed gas lines can be extremely dangerous. Always consult with a qualified technician before starting your project.
Why Hire Steel City Natural Gas?
Our team is fully licensed, insured, and DOT Operator Qualified. We know Pittsburgh’s permitting rules, gas line codes, and appliance requirements inside and out.
Whether you’re replacing one appliance or converting your whole home, we’ll provide safe, clean, and efficient service from estimate to installation.
Learn more about our certified team and how we support both residential and light commercial conversions.
Let’s Get Your Gas Appliances Ready
If you’re ready to switch from electric to gas — or just need advice on what’s possible — we’re here to help.
Contact Steel City Natural Gas today for a free estimate and expert service.