Running a natural gas pipeline to a new or existing home or business is a smart upgrade to any property. Natural gas is a clean, efficient, cost-effective fuel source with many benefits. Natural gas PVC sleeving, a method of gas line installation, aids in adding natural gas lines now or as preparation for installation in the future.
What is a Gas Line Sleeve?
A gas line sleeve, also known as a protective conduit for gas lines or underground gas line sleeve, is a durable casing typically made of PVC, or polyvinyl chloride.
Positioned underground during installation, the sleeve shields gas lines from environmental damage and physical impacts like ground disturbances. Gas line sleeves ensure the longevity and safety of gas distribution systems by providing an extra layer of protection against corrosion and abrasion. Installation is typically conducted by licensed contractors to meet industry standards.
The Benefits of Natural Gas PVC Sleeving
Efficiency and Cost Savings
By cutting down on labor and materials required for future installations, natural gas PVC sleeving translates into cost savings for both property owners and utility companies. With less time spent on excavation and trenching, there’s a reduction in associated labor costs, and the need for additional materials such as excavation equipment is minimized.
The natural gas PVC sleeve, trenching, and installation can be completed for new construction, existing homes or businesses, or sites of future home or business construction projects.
Reduced Installation Time
Natural gas PVC sleeving streamlines the installation process by eliminating the need for additional trenching when adding gas lines in the future. By pre-installing the protective sleeve for gas lines during initial trenching, subsequent installations can be completed more swiftly, minimizing disruption to property owners and reducing overall installation time.
Enhanced Safety
The use of PVC sleeves for gas lines adds an additional layer of protection, safeguarding the gas line from potential damage caused by environmental factors, ground movement, or external disturbances. This enhanced safety feature helps mitigate the risk of gas leaks or pipeline damage, contributing to overall system reliability and safety.
Long-Term Durability
PVC sleeves are designed to withstand underground conditions, providing long-term durability and protection for gas lines. Resistant to corrosion, rust, and degradation from soil conditions, PVC sleeves offer reliable protection for gas pipelines, ensuring longevity and minimizing the need for future repairs or replacements.
Overall, the benefits of natural gas PVC sleeving extend beyond just the initial installation process, offering long-term advantages in terms of safety and environmental responsibility. By leveraging this innovative approach to gas line installation, property owners can enjoy reliable access to clean and efficient natural gas for years to come.
The Natural Gas PVC Sleeving Process
In Phoenix and the surrounding areas of AZ, Southwest Gas is the primary natural gas utility company. As a licensed gas line contractor, RP Gas Piping has been approved by Southwest Gas to complete the trenching that is required from the main distribution gas line to a new gas meter location. Once trenching is complete, a yellow PVC sleeve is installed at the proper depth and inspected by Southwest Gas. After inspection, the trench backfill is completed.
With the PVC sleeving in place, Southwest Gas can easily install a service line from the main distribution line to the gas line meter. And better still, the gas line and gas meter installation can be completed immediately or any time in the future without the need for further trenching.
Contact RP Gas Piping for All Your Natural Gas PVC Sleeving Needs
RP Gas Piping understands installing gas piping for commercial and residential projects, and is more qualified to do this type of work than a regular trenching contractor. We are trained and experienced in different types of gas line installation – one of the key reasons that Southwest Gas has recommended us for the installation of gas line protective sleeves. Safety, quality and meeting the customer’s expectations are our priorities when installing natural gas line sleeves and natural gas piping in Arizona. Contact us today to see how we can help.
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