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u2190 Kitchen2 Vol.3: Gas Stove Removal u00b7 Series Index u00b7 Kitchen2 Vol.5: Gas Equipment Removal Pt.2 u2192
u270fufe0f Originally published: 2016-12-22 / ud83dudd04 Updated: May 8, 2026
- u270fufe0f 2026 Update from DIY Dad: Ventilation Fan Cleaning and Gas Equipment Removal
- Gas Equipment Removal: Always Call a Professional
- Key Points for Disassembling the Ventilation Fan
- How to Clean Stubborn Grease from a Ventilation Fan
- As a Landlord: Ventilation Fan Condition Is the First Thing Tenants Check
- ud83cudf73 For Anyone Considering a Kitchen Renovation
- The Actual Gas Cylinder and Outdoor Pipe Removal Work
u270fufe0f 2026 Update from DIY Dad: Ventilation Fan Cleaning and Gas Equipment Removal
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The middle phase of the kitchen renovation. Gas equipment removal and ventilation fan disassembly and cleaning run back to back. DIY Dad leaves the gas work to the professionals and tackles the fan himself u2014 thoroughly. ^ ^
Gas Equipment Removal: Always Call a Professional
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Removing or relocating a gas range or gas piping requires a licensed gas fitter. DIY Dad called in contractors on two separate visits for this stage.
What to leave to professionals: all piping from the main gas shutoff forward, and disconnecting the gas range. Typical cost: u00a510,000u2013u00a530,000. m(_ _)m
Key Points for Disassembling the Ventilation Fan
Disassembly procedure for a propeller-type kitchen ventilation fan:
- Step 1: Turn the circuit breaker OFF (non-negotiable!)
- Step 2: Remove the nut holding the propeller (may be reverse-threaded)
- Step 3: Pull the propeller out
- Step 4: Remove the cover and filter
- Step 5: Unscrew and remove the casing (4u20136 screws)
How to Clean Stubborn Grease from a Ventilation Fan
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For years of built-up cooking grease, baking soda + hot water is the most effective approach. Baking soda costs around u00a5400 per kilogram and goes a long way. ^ ^
As a Landlord: Ventilation Fan Condition Is the First Thing Tenants Check
A grease-caked fan dramatically lowers the overall impression of a property. DIY Dad cleans the fan after every tenant turnover. ^ ^
ud83cudf73 For Anyone Considering a Kitchen Renovation
The kitchen is the most challenging area in any renovation. DIY Dad’s rule: gas equipment is always handled by a professional. (lol) Visit a showroom before deciding u2014 most are free. ^ ^
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The Actual Gas Cylinder and Outdoor Pipe Removal Work
Hi there u2014 DIY Dad here. ^ ^ Continuing with the 1F kitchen renovation. Next up: removing the propane gas cylinder and all related piping. Tool used: water pump pliers.
The details of gas work are beyond DIY Dad’s expertise, but one thing is certain u2014 gas is dangerous. Handle it wrong and you’re looking at a serious accident. :;(u2229u00b4ufe4f`u2229);: This is almost certainly not something you can DIY legally. Time to call the propane gas company and arrange for the cylinder to be collected.
u2191 The propane gas cylinder.
u2191 Outdoor gas pipe u2014 close-up.
DIY Dad had assumed the gas company would collect the cylinder for free. Wrong. There was a removal fee: u00a53,400. (u00ac_u00ac) The gas company picks up the cylinder, regulator, and meter u2014 but leaves the piping and supports attached to the wall. With the cylinder gone, there’s no more gas flowing. DIY Dad’s turn. u0669( u141b )u0648
Now to remove the remaining outdoor gas pipe. Use the water pump pliers to disassemble as much as possible. Once it’s taken apart down to just outside the exterior wall, cap the end securely. Leaving an open pipe is an invitation for bugs to get inside u2014 and that would mean trouble with the family. (>_<) DIY Dad proceeds with extreme care on this point. ^^;
With the cylinder gone, the space opens right up. Much cleaner. ^ ^
u2191 After cylinder removal.
With the gas cylinder out of the way, there’s actually a decent amount of usable space on the back-door side. Once the move is done, there’s potential to put this area to good use. ^ ^
That’s it for today! (^^)/~~~
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