What does Enbridge charge to run a new gas line to my fireplace in Ottawa?

Enbridge does not charge homeowners for the gas line itself — they handle only the main distribution line to the house connection point (the meter). The cost of running a new gas line from your existing meter or connection point into your home to supply a fireplace falls entirely on you and must be done by a licensed gas fitter.

Here's how the costs actually break down in Ottawa: A new gas line run from your existing meter to a fireplace location typically costs $500 to $1,500 installed depending on the distance, whether the line runs through walls or along exterior surfaces, and whether any structural modifications are needed. If your house already has an active gas line (for a furnace, water heater, or stove), running a branch line to a new fireplace is usually at the lower end of that range — perhaps $500 to $800. If you have no existing gas service at all, Enbridge will need to run their main line to your meter first (contact Enbridge directly for their current fees — this is a separate service call), and then your gas fitter runs the interior line.

The gas fitter must be TSSA-licensed (G2 or G3 certificate) — this is a legal requirement in Ontario, not optional. After installation, the fitter applies a compliance tag to the line and the fireplace. Some gas fitters bundle the gas line cost into the overall fireplace installation quote, while others charge it separately. When you get quotes for a gas fireplace installation in Ottawa, always ask whether the gas line is included or quoted separately, and confirm that the contractor is TSSA-licensed.

One important Ottawa-specific consideration: if your new fireplace location is on an exterior wall, the gas fitter may recommend running the line through the basement or crawl space first, then up through interior framing — this avoids routing gas lines along exterior walls where freeze-thaw cycles and temperature swings can stress connections over time. This path sometimes costs slightly more but is the safer, more durable approach for our climate.

For a complete picture, get written quotes from at least two TSSA-licensed gas fitters that specify the line routing, materials, labour, and any structural work required. When you're ready to compare fireplace installers in Ottawa, you can browse contractors through the Ottawa Construction Network directory to find licensed professionals in your area.

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