No more running out of propane halfway through dinner. Lower Mainland HVAC runs natural gas lines to decks and patios across Surrey, White Rock, Langley and Delta, with a quick-connect outlet where you want the grill. It’s one of our most popular jobs and one of our most-reviewed.
What's included
- Quick-connect BBQ outlet on the wall or a post, so you can unplug the BBQ to clean or move it
- Hard-piped lines to built-in grills, side burners, pizza ovens and outdoor kitchens
- Clean routing along the house, under the deck, or buried with the right pipe and protection
- Shut-off valve you can reach
- Sized for later. Planning a fire table or patio heater? We size the line for everything now
- Rated quick-disconnect hose, installed and leak-tested
- Permit, pressure test and inspection
Can my propane BBQ run on natural gas?
Some can, with the manufacturer’s conversion kit. Others can’t. Propane and natural gas run at different pressures and need different orifices, so never just swap the hose. Send us the make and model and we’ll tell you. Many people buy a natural gas model when they get the line run.
Natural gas vs propane
| Natural gas line | Propane tank | |
|---|---|---|
| Running out | Never | Mid-cook |
| Fuel cost | Lower per hour of cooking | Higher, plus refill trips |
| Setup | One-time install | Buy and haul tanks |
| Adding a heater or fire table | Easy on a sized line | Another tank |
How it works
- Photos. Send photos of your gas meter and where you want the BBQ.
- Quote. We plan the route and give you a fixed price.
- Install. Most installs are done in a day: line run, outlet mounted, pressure-tested.
- Hook-up. We connect the BBQ, leak-check it and light it.
What does a BBQ gas line cost? 
| Job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Short run on the meter side of the house | $700–$1,200 |
| Run under the deck or to the far side | $1,100–$2,000 |
| Buried line to a patio or outdoor kitchen | $1,500–$3,500 |
| Each extra outlet on the same line | $250–$500 |
Lower Mainland considerations
- Rain and corrosion. Outdoor pipe is coated or protected, and outlets are mounted to shed water.
- Decks and patios. Many Surrey and White Rock homes have raised decks. Running under the deck is usually the cleanest route.
- Clearances. BBQs need clearance from windows, doors, soffits and anything combustible. We’ll suggest the best spot.
- Strata. Townhome stratas often need approval for gas lines on exterior walls.
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