Switch to propane gas from electric only?

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Yes. Contact Architectural Review Committee for approval.
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We had a 125 gallon propane tank buried when we built in Pine Ridge. Runs our cook top and BBQ grill. I'm the chef in the family and I DETEST electric cooktops. Either Suburban or T & D Propane can do the job including the permits. Then go to Lowe's and order an American made DACOR cooktop. You won't be sorry.
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Coming from the Midwest where gas stoves are common, I bought a gas stove after moving to Florida. The waste heat coming from a gas stove is considerable when your A/C is running strong in the summer. The kitchen was hot when I used it. I switched back to electric.
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I always had high end gas cooktop and loved them. Here we went with Wolf Induction and I will never go back to gas. If you prefer gas over electric you will love induction over gas. It is a different way of cooking and food taste better. Try cooking an egg on all three and you will be amazed at the flavor and texture on induction.
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I hate electric stoves, but Pine Ridge doesn't have gas. I would like to have a propane tank buried and switch to a gas stove. Has anyone done this?
Yes, we did have a propane tank buried in our back yard when the house was built in chitty chatty. It can be done. Contact T & D propane. Good luck.
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Old 08-21-2021, 07:06 AM
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I hate electric stoves, but Pine Ridge doesn't have gas. I would like to have a propane tank buried and switch to a gas stove. Has anyone done this?
Yes I had a line run to a new gas stove last year. I already had a buried gas tank because I have a pool. It was expensive to run a line Over a thousand dollars. I am happy to have a gas stove however.
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Old 08-21-2021, 07:11 AM
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Not at all surprised, Not at all a common event but a propane tank is a bomb. Picture a home on fire. Heat plus flammable gas under pressure. A buried tank has no choice but to blow upwards not out.

The person driving the delivery truck, gets extra pay for hazardous cargo. We do not get paid when we drive on the same road.
Gasoline truck, Fuel Oil truck, Propane truck - all carry hazardous material. All will burn (not blow up) if hit by an object causing the tank to split open and a heat source causes ignition. A buried tank won't get hit by an object. If the buried tank or line leaks it won't blow up the tank even if the leak is ignited. Things blowing up on TV is not what really happens - how many cars do you see blowing up? Car/trucks do burn in accidents.... not blow up.
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If you don’t mind me asking, how many times has your power gone out and needed the generator?


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We had a 250 gallon propane tank buried in our yard to service a generator. We also had a line run to service a gas stove and an outside grill. All this required approval from ARC and cost around $13 grand for generator and installation. We use about 50 gallons of propane / year with the generator running for 10 minutes each week plus the gas stove and grill. If we loose power the generator will power the house for about 5 days.

If you just want a gas stove (and maybe an outlet for gas grill) you don't want a 250 gallon tank buried. An outside 50 gallon would be sufficient to cover your use for a year. The questions are: a) can you place such a tank above ground next to your house?; b) if not then can a 50 gallon tank be buried - check with the propane supplier?; c) in any case check with ARC to determine if approval is required. Cost for this type of solution should be well under $1 grand.
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3 mos agosuburban quoted $1,300 for the same work(buried250 gal) in osceola hills.
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For years I had always purchased homes with gas so that I could cook on gas. My FL home is only electric so I purchased a high-end induction range. To my surprise, high-end induction is FAR FAR superior cooking experience than gas and tons easier to clean up after you finish. Do not purchase a low end induction unit. Spend the money and be amazed. Example from AJMadison website Miele HR16222I Yes this costs 9k, but if you enjoy cooking...why not? AJ will ship to your home.

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I hate electric stoves, but Pine Ridge doesn't have gas. I would like to have a propane tank buried and switch to a gas stove. Has anyone done this?
I switched and Suburban propane installed the tank and connections. They did a great job and with my gas stove I am once again a very happy cook✔️
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Old 08-21-2021, 08:17 AM
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Belleview Propane will also bury and supply your tanks. Great company to work with !
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Old 08-21-2021, 08:34 AM
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Just wondering, are you aware of induction cooking options and how much less expensive it would be than to do the gas conversion??? With a swap out like this, you would be getting the control you want on heat settings. A fraction of the cost for what you are wanting to achieve. Access Denied
I have the freestanding version of this stove and love, love, love it! Controls just like gas but safer and much easier to clean. I like the fact that if you turn on the wrong burner it doesn't heat up without a pan on it and will flash at you to let you know. I have always had smooth top electric stoves and hated cleaning them, but this one is so easy to clean. I had to get used to the fact that when you turn off the burner it actually turns off and doesn't continue to heat the food. I would recommend it without question. I did a lot of research and the Fridgidaire came out on top. Plus even though it's stainless it doesn't show fingerprints.
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Just wondering, are you aware of induction cooking options and how much less expensive it would be than to do the gas conversion??? With a swap out like this, you would be getting the control you want on heat settings. A fraction of the cost for what you are wanting to achieve. Access Denied
Totally agree. Used both gas and electricity but i now love ❤️ my induction stove! Up north for summer using gas at my daughters - yuck- so slow……..
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Old 08-21-2021, 08:56 AM
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Regarding the induction stoves, do they reduce head quickly as well as heat up quickly? I'm always missjudging the temperatures before I walk away. For example, I get a nice simmer, watch for a minute, an then walk away. And it burns or boils over. Or I reduce temperature, watch for a minute for a nice simmer, walk away and when I get back it isn't simmering.
Yes. Instant change.
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