Hartville Gas Lines for Homes, Pole Barns and Small Businesses

Heating a Pole Barn or Shop

A pole barn becomes a lot more useful when it is heated. Most owners choose a ceiling-hung gas unit heater or, for larger spaces, radiant tube heaters. Either way, the heater needs a dedicated gas supply sized for its input and the distance from the meter.

If the building is detached, we run a buried polyethylene line with tracer wire, bring it up through a metal riser, and pipe it to the heater with a shutoff and drip leg. Inside the building, we keep piping high and supported so it stays clear of equipment and vehicles.

• Load check to protect house appliances on the same meter
• Trench route that avoids septic fields, wells and drain tile
• Overhead piping secured to framing, not hanging loose
• Pressure test before lighting the heater

Standby Generator Gas Lines

Rural power lines run through a lot of trees, and outages can last. A permanent standby generator fed by natural gas starts on its own and runs as long as gas service holds. Generators need a lot of fuel at full load, so the gas line has to be sized for that demand while the furnace and water heater are also running.

We run the line from the meter or a properly sized trunk to the generator pad, add a shutoff suited for outdoor use and sediment trap, and connect it with an approved flexible connector. The electrical side, including the transfer switch, is handled by an electrician; we coordinate so both trades finish together.

Natural Gas or Propane?

Whether natural gas reaches your property depends on where the utility's mains run. Some Hartville-area homes have it, while others a mile away rely on a propane tank. If you are not sure, look for a meter on the side of the house or a tank in the yard.

We work on both. If your system is tank-fed, our Hartville propane line service covers regulators, tank connections and piping. Natural gas details are on our Stark County natural gas page.

Repairs on Outdoor and Outbuilding Piping

Gas pipe that runs outdoors or through unheated buildings takes more abuse than basement piping. Moisture, fertilizer, animals and equipment all play a part. We often replace rusted risers, repair lines nicked by fence posts or tillers, and redo piping that was run along the ground without protection.

Exposed steel gas pipe outdoors should be coated or painted to slow corrosion. If you see heavy flaking or pitting on a riser or exterior line, have it inspected before it starts to leak.

Inside the House

Of course, we also handle the everyday jobs: new range and dryer lines, leaking valves, and connector replacement. If you are replacing a water heater, our gas water heater installation service covers the unit and any piping changes. Call 330-875-8003 for a free estimate. We also serve Randolph, Mogadore, Lakemore, North Canton and Green.