Who can relocate the gas meter?

Answer 1

Rules can vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, but typically, only your utility company can move the meter. To relocate a meter- -contact your Building Department and obtain a building permit for the Plumbing change -contact your natural gas utility company to coordinate the move -contact the local "Dig Alert" service for your area, before trenching for the new gas line or any other excavation where there might be buried utilities. See this sight to find your local service- http://www.call811.com/state-specific.aspx -replumb your house-side gas line to the new meter location (in most jurisdictions, this must be done by a licensed plumber) -pressure-test the new house-side gas line -trench from the existing meter to the new location, per the requirements provided by your utility company -get the new house-side plumbing and trenching inspected by your building inspector -once you've passed inspection, schedule the meter move with your utility company. They will do the actual meter move (typically for a fee), and connect the meter to your new stub-out.