- Jun 7, 2017
- 9,794
- Pool Size
- 29000
- Surface
- Plaster
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Jandy Aquapure 1400
So I had my 2nd ridiculous bid to run 60 feet of gas line in almost as straight a line as possible direct from the gas meter outside. $3k and that didn't including the trenching, which he said I would be responsible for. The 1st bid was for $4500. This pool building process has really let me see the vile bottom-feeding segment of our society. My PB will do it for $2k (complete) but he thought that was kind of high so he suggested I get some bids and they would just give me a credit if I could get it done cheaper. Looks like that isn't happening!
I looked up the parts - the flexible underground gas line and fittings are around $250 total. That means he wants $2750 for labor. If the hole is already dug, that means he just lays the line and does the hookups on each end. Say 1-2 hours for the entire job? Almost $1400/hour. I think I am in the wrong industry!
I would totally do the gas hookup 100% myself but I think I have to get a certified installer for it to be code and pass inspection.
Any gas installers in MD want to make some cash?
I looked up the parts - the flexible underground gas line and fittings are around $250 total. That means he wants $2750 for labor. If the hole is already dug, that means he just lays the line and does the hookups on each end. Say 1-2 hours for the entire job? Almost $1400/hour. I think I am in the wrong industry!
I would totally do the gas hookup 100% myself but I think I have to get a certified installer for it to be code and pass inspection.
Any gas installers in MD want to make some cash?