Homeowner Guide · British Columbia
Do I Need a Licensed Gas Fitter in BC?
Yes. In British Columbia, natural gas and propane work must be performed by a Technical Safety BC-licensed gas fitter and carried out under permit. That applies to gas lines, furnaces, water heaters, fireplaces, ranges, and barbecue hookups. It's a legal requirement — and a safety one, because improperly fitted gas can leak, and unpermitted work can void your home insurance.
What gas work requires a licensed gas fitter?
- Installing or extending gas lines
- Connecting a gas furnace, boiler or water heater
- Installing a gas fireplace, insert or log set
- Hooking up a gas range, dryer or barbecue
- Converting an appliance between natural gas and propane
Why it matters
What to check before you hire
- They hold a current Technical Safety BC gas contractor licence
- They pull the gas permit and the work is inspected
- They're insured
- You get an invoice showing the licence number and permit details
Why homeowners call Protocall
- TSBC LIC-00215101 — licensed, insured and bonded
- Every job permitted and inspected
- Gas lines, appliances, fireplaces, BBQ hookups and conversions
- Serving Kelowna, West Kelowna, Lake Country, Vernon and Penticton
Frequently asked questions
Can I install a gas line myself in BC?
No. Gas fitting in British Columbia must be done by a Technical Safety BC-licensed gas fitter under permit. Doing it yourself is not permitted and can void your home insurance.
Do I need a permit for gas work?
Yes — gas work is done under a permit and inspected. A licensed gas fitter handles the permit as part of the job, so you have documented proof it was done to code.
How do I check that a gas fitter is licensed?
Ask for their Technical Safety BC gas contractor licence number and confirm they'll pull a permit and provide an invoice with the licence and permit details. A reputable contractor will have no problem sharing this.
Does a BBQ gas line need a licensed gas fitter?
Yes. A permanent natural gas connection for a barbecue is gas work and must be installed by a licensed gas fitter under permit, just like any other gas appliance.
Need licensed, permitted gas work?
From a BBQ hookup to a full gas line, we handle it — licensed, permitted and inspected. Free estimate on installations.
Call 250-808-1676