Restaurant Gas Line Installs & Code Upgrades in Orange County, CA
Opening a kitchen or adding appliances? Gas systems must meet fire, mechanical, and health code—and keep burners roaring during service. White Glove Plumbing & Restoration provides restaurant gas line installs & code upgrades—we size and install piping, add listed shutoffs and quick-disconnects, interlock with hood fire suppression, and commission appliances with documented pressure tests.
✓ Capacity you can trust: Load calculations, meter/regulator sizing, and verified manifold pressure
✓ Code-aligned details: Listed shutoffs, quick-disconnects + restraints, sediment traps, CSST bonding
✓ Hood/suppression integration: Gas solenoid interlocks per UL-300/NFPA 96 and AHJ
✓ Inspection-ready: Pressure/decay logs, photos, labels, and as-built route notes
✓ Capacity you can trust
✓ Code-aligned details
✓ Hood/suppression integration
✓ Inspection-ready
What Is Restaurant Gas Line Installs & Code Upgrades?
A turnkey service that sizes, installs, and certifies gas distribution for commercial kitchens.
We perform load calcs and pipe sizing, install black steel or CSST (bonded), add listed appliance shutoffs, quick-disconnect hoses with restraints (ANSI Z21.69/Z21.41), sediment traps, and solenoid shutoff interlocks tied to the hood fire system. We then pressure-test, leak survey, and commission appliances to manufacturer spec and code.
Why Choose White Glove Plumbing
Compliance & safety first: Work aligned to IFGC/NFPA 54, NFPA 96, NFPA 58 (LP), and local amendments.
Defensible documentation: Pressure/decay results, regulator settings, appliance readings, and photos for AHJ/health.
Kitchen-aware execution: After-hours installs, phasing by line, and coordination with hood vendors and fire marshal.
Beyond piping: We correct make-up air interlocks, label shutoffs, and set flex connectors with restraints for movable equipment.
Immediate Actions (What to Do Now)
Share your equipment list (BTU/CFH)—ranges, fryers, ovens, charbroilers, combis, etc.
Confirm utility type (natural gas or LP) and any existing PRV/regulator info.
Keep access clear to the meter room, hood cabinet, and equipment lines.
Do not DIY adapters or unlisted hoses/connectors.
Call our 24/7 dispatcher—we’ll survey, size, and provide a phased plan around service hours.
Common Situations We Handle
New build-outs/tenant improvements needing meter upgrades and new trunks/branches
Concept changes or equipment swaps (e.g., adding double fryers or a charbroiler)
Failed inspections (missing sediment traps, no restraints, non-listed hoses)
LP conversions (orifice/regulator adjustments) and CSST bonding fixes
Hood suppression upgrades requiring gas solenoid interlock
Undersized piping causing low flame or pilot outages during peak service
Survey & Engineering
Collect equipment BTUs, verify meter/regulator capacity, route options, and AHJ requirements; produce load calc and pipe sizing.
Permitting & Coordination
Coordinate with hood/suppression vendor, utility, landlord, and AHJ; schedule inspections and after-hours work windows.
Install / Upgrade Piping
Run black steel or bonded CSST with supports and sleeves; add listed shutoffs, sediment traps, and quick-disconnects with restraints for movable appliances.
Controls & Interlocks
Install/verify gas solenoid tied to hood fire system and fan/make-up air interlocks; label emergency shutoffs.
Testing & Commissioning
Perform pressure/decay tests and leak survey; set regulator and manifold pressures; perform flame stability and appliance tests; convert NG/LP as required.
Verification & Close-Out
Provide pressure logs, regulator settings, photos, as-built route notes, and tag valves; support AHJ walk-throughs.
What’s Included
Load calculation & pipe sizing with meter/regulator review
Code-compliant piping (black steel/CSST with bonding) and supports/sleeves
Listed appliance shutoffs, quick-disconnects + restraints, sediment traps
Hood/suppression gas interlock and emergency shutoff labeling
Pressure/decay test + leak survey and appliance commissioning
Documentation packet (photos as appropriate, logs, settings, as-builts)
Costs & Timelines (What to Expect)
Typical duration: Small upgrades can be overnight; full build-outs are often phased with inspections.
Cost drivers: Pipe length/diameter, meter/regulator upgrades, number of appliances, hood/suppression integration, and after-hours labor.
Clear estimate: Line items for engineering, piping, controls/interlocks, commissioning, and reporting—no surprises.
Insurance & Compliance Support
Records your stakeholders expect: Pressure results, regulator/manifold settings, photos, labels, and as-builts.
Policy alignment: We follow IFGC/NFPA and local AHJ directives; COIs available; coordinate utility lock/unlock.
Health/fire inspection ready: On-site support for walk-throughs and punch-list closeout.
Risks of Waiting (Why Act Now)
Fire and explosion hazards from unlisted hoses or leaks
Failed inspections and delays at opening or during remodels
Poor cooking performance from undersized piping/regulators
Insurance exposure without compliant interlocks and restraints
Methods, Materials & Quality Standards
PPE & site care: No-spark protocols, gas monitors, containment, and clean egress.
Materials: Black steel, listed CSST (bonded), listed shutoffs, quick-disconnect kits with restraining cables, sediment traps, gas solenoids, approved sealants.
Best practices: Proper pipe sizing (total CFH), bonding/grounding for CSST, accessible shutoffs, valve tagging, and UL-300/NFPA 96 interlocks.
Testing: Documented pressure/decay, detector surveys, regulator/manifold pressure setpoints, and flame stability checks.
Training: Commercial gas fitting, hood/suppression coordination, and AHJ inspection workflows.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you work overnight to avoid downtime?
Yes—after-hours and phased installs are standard for active kitchens.
Do you provide the quick-disconnect kits and restraints?
Yes—listed hose kits with restraining cables are included for movable equipment.
What if we’re switching from LP to natural gas (or vice versa)?
We handle regulator/orifice changes and re-commission appliances per manufacturer specs and code.
Will you coordinate with our hood/suppression vendor?
Absolutely—we wire/interlock the gas solenoid and support the final system test with the vendor/AHJ.
Do you pull permits and attend inspections?
Yes—permits, pressure test witnessing, and AHJ walk-throughs are included.
Can you label emergency shutoffs for staff?
We label and map all shutoffs and provide quick-reference signage.
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Phone: (949) 209-5206
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