Homeowner needs to determine the most cost-effective and simplest gas line upgrade to support a large outdoor kitchen addition but cannot get clear guidance from utility company.

The utility company's online portal is designed for mega projects (mBTU scale) and doesn't offer guidance for residential load calculations, leaving the homeowner without a clear path to assess options like meter upgrade, pressure increase, or second meter.

Severity

3Medium

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

Jun 6, 2026

App Concept

GasLoad Pro

An interactive tool that lets homeowners input current and planned gas loads, pipe distances, and utility details, then generates a report of feasible upgrade options (meter upgrade, pipe size increase, pressure increase, second meter) with estimated costs and contractor referrals. Simplifies the complexity of gas capacity planning for residential projects.

Key Features

Load calculator with BTU inputs and pipe distance fields
Comparison of upgrade options with cost ranges
Utility-specific requirements and permit guidance
Directory of licensed gas contractors for installation
Report export for sharing with utility and plumber

Target Users: Homeowners planning major gas appliance additions (kitchens, fire pits, etc.) who need to evaluate gas line capacity and upgrade options.

Revenue Model: "$19.99 per report"

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