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Yeah, it seems overly expensive, but here's just a rough random average estimate that doesn't include permitting:

http://www.homewyse.com/services/cost_to_install_gas_line.html

The permitting costs around here fluctuate based on exactly what size or type of line is being put in.

 

Is this the cost of installing new service or simply adding a Tee and a few feet of black pipe? 3.7 hours labor suggests the former. I'm talking about a 30 minute job for a moderately skilled DIYer. $30-ish worth of materials. I think we may be on different pages here.

 

Yeah, it will be cheaper if you DIY, and will be highly dependent on what's required. The quotes I've seen for DIY are $50-$150, and does not factor permit costs.

 

I get my gas from a line that goes to the distribution network, not from a big tank, and I really, really don't think they would want me adding outlets to the gas system without the approval of at least a licensed plumber. Also, from my experience with utility companies around here, they don't do anything for free. I'd estimate about $150 for a technician to come evaluate the plan and then at least that much again for a plumber to do the work.

 

I've been almost exclusively DIY for the past 40+ years, so it could simply be that I'm badly out of touch on the cost of home improvement/repairs. If I had known this, I might well have chosen a different career path!