Natural Gas Riser Diagram

Natural Gas Riser Diagram

A natural gas riser diagram is a 3D drawing that indicates the sizes of the gas pipes. The diagram contains complex calculations that ensure each gas appliance will never be starved for fuel.

A propane riser diagram shows the same exact things.

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This is where a natural gas riser diagram starts – at the gas meter. Never allow gas lines to rust as you see in this photo. Copyright 2024 Tim Carter

What Information is Needed to Prepare the Diagram?

A draftsman needs the following items to produce an accurate gas riser diagram:

  • the BTU input of all appliances plus future ones
  • the location of the gas meter
  • the exact location of each appliance on a 2D floor plan
  • a floor plan of the project with accurate dimensions

Who Draws Gas Riser Diagrams?

Mechanical engineers, architects, some plumbers, and Tim Carter draw gas riser diagrams. Hands-on experience installing gas lines is a bonus. Tim has installed thousands of feet of natural gas lines in his career.

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Tim Carter has been a master plumber since 1981 and WILL DRAW your riser diagram in days.

How Much Does a Natural Gas Riser Diagram Cost?

Mechanical engineers and architects often charge thousands of dollars to produce a gas riser diagram, while a master plumber like Tim Carter charges only a fraction of that. Low overhead is the reason an independent plumber can charge less money.

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This is Tim Carter, master plumber, taking a break from installing gas lines in his daughter’s home on Mt. Desert Island in Downeast, Maine. Copyright 2024

What Does a Natural Gas Riser Diagram Look Like?

A professional gas riser diagram is clear and contains all the pipe sizes and a proposed layout of the gas lines. The best riser diagrams are done in color to help the installer.

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This is a natural gas riser diagram. Tim Carter drew it. Your riser diagram will be a large document you can read with ease. CALL 603-470-0508 to get your riser diagram drawn in days. Copyright 2024 Tim Carter

The best diagrams contain a spreadsheet that lists:

  • each appliance
  • the BTU input of the appliance
  • the developed distance of the trunk and branch lines
  • the available BTUs at the connection to the appliance

How Can I Purchase a Gas Riser Diagram?

You should call Tim Carter at 603-470-0508 and discuss your project. Order a gas riser diagram here.