What gas range installation typically costs
| Gas line already there | $389–$589Connected, leak tested and commissioned. |
|---|---|
| New gas line needed | $989–$1,989Depends on the distance from the meter. |
Typical prices in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in 2026, before tax. They are a guide, not our quote. Too much depends on your home to price these jobs unseen, so your price is set on site, in writing, before any work starts.
When you need it
- You are switching from an electric range to gas
- A new gas range needs connecting
- The old connector is kinked, corroded or of unknown age
What changes the price
| Distance from the gas supply | An existing stub behind the range is simple. A new line from the meter is not. |
|---|---|
| Capacity | The existing gas system has to be able to supply one more appliance. |
| Permit | Gas work in BC requires a permit and a licensed gas fitter. |
What the job involves
- Check that the gas system has capacity for another appliance.
- Run a gas line to the range location if there is none, with a shut-off valve.
- Connect the range with a new connector and fit the anti-tip bracket.
- Leak test, light and check every burner and the oven.
- Time on site
- Usually 1 to 3 hours with gas already at the range, longer if a line is run
- Permits
- Gas work in BC needs a gas permit and a licensed gas fitter.
How pricing works for this job
There is no one price for gas range installation, because the factors above change it from one home to the next. It starts with an on-site estimate for $269. A Pure Mechanical Group plumber looks at the job and gives you a price in writing, good for 30 days. Approve it and the $269 comes off the price. If you do not go ahead, the fee covers the visit. Anything found once work has started is priced and approved before it is done.
Call 1-800-604-0631.
Questions people ask
How much does gas range installation cost in Metro Vancouver?
Gas line already there: $389–$589. New gas line needed: $989–$1,989. Typical prices in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in 2026, before tax. They are a guide, not our quote. Too much depends on your home to price these jobs unseen, so your price is set on site, in writing, before any work starts.
Does a gas range need a hood fan?
A hood vented to the outside is strongly recommended, and required in many situations. Check what your municipality and the manufacturer call for.
Can I reuse the old gas connector?
No. A connector is replaced whenever an appliance is changed.
Does it need an electrical outlet too?
Yes, a standard outlet for the igniters, clock and oven controls.
Is the estimate free?
No. A Pure Mechanical Group plumber comes out, looks at the job and gives you a written estimate. Approve it and the $269 comes off the price. If you do not go ahead, the fee covers the visit.
What if you find something unexpected once work starts?
The estimate is based on what can be seen. Anything found once a wall, floor or the ground is open is shown to you, priced and approved before it is done.
