Hi Brian, I’d like to think we’d get a discount. I’m planning on calling my
plumbers in the a.m and having a chat.
Best, Tanya
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On Jul 19, 2018, at 9:24 PM, Brad Watson <bcw424@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
We’re interested, especially with details to follow. Think a plumber would
give us a deal if we all went in together?
Cheers,
The Watson’s. 2504 Vassal Dr.
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On Jul 19, 2018, at 8:01 PM, Tanya Wood (Redacted sender "nina9775" for
DMARC) <dmarc-noreply@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Evening all, I think at this point let’s just generate enough interest for a
estimate. Once we get it we can decide “wow what a great deal, eventually”
or “heck no, I’ll stick to the electric”
Thanks all, Tanya
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On Jul 19, 2018, at 6:51 PM, James Sansom <jamessansom@xxxxxxx> wrote:
Adrianna, when our neighborhood was first developed in the late 60’s were
supposed to have gas and electric. That is how it was advertised. The gas
company backed out and here we are. We were in “the boonies” then, outside
the city limits. Closest grocery store was Safeway on Ben White Blvd. I do
wish Gas would have happened then.
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On Jul 19, 2018, at 5:54 PM, Frank de la Teja <frankdelateja@xxxxxxxxx>
wrote:
2405 Toulouse
On Thu, Jul 19, 2018 at 5:51 PM Tanya Wood <dmarc-noreply@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
wrote:
Frank, can I put you down for interested for future install? I’m in the
same boat as you, I have a working HVAC, so I’ll be waiting awhile.
What’s your address?
Thanks, Tanya
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On Jul 19, 2018, at 5:33 PM, Adrianna+Jr (Redacted sender "jr-nana" for
DMARC) <dmarc-noreply@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
We are interested too! 2506 Vassal Drive. Not sure when we’d do it but
to have the option would be fantastic! One of the few downsides of
buying our home in this neighborhood was the lack of gas as an option
for sure.
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On Jul 19, 2018, at 5:30 PM, James Sansom <jamessansom@xxxxxxx> wrote:
Count me in as a Yes! Although I don’t think it will happen I sure
miss gas furnaces and water heaters. Heating with those two saves so
much $$ compared to same with electric (my experience living with both/
full electric in different world areas). For those concerned with
conversion, your home is already wired for the electric part. Running
gas options to whatever appliances you may convert now or future gives
you either option. My parents built their current home (during
construction) with both options. They have two water heaters, both are
plumbed & wired to use either gas or electric. Same with stove, oven
and furnace/heater. Want to switch from gas to electric or vice versa
is easy. They do run propane there but the plumbing is basically the
same (concerning plumbing the house, not actual appliance hook ups).
I don’t think there will be enough takers and I respect the reasoning.
I imagine the home retrofit cost would be steep but for the option of
this thread I am interested.
James Alan Sansom
9506 Queenswood Dr.
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On Jul 19, 2018, at 4:54 PM, sblaine.wwj@xxxxxxxxx wrote:
Ahhhh, gas! To cook with a gas stove again would be fantastic. Count
me in as interested!
Sarah Blaine
505-670-5067
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Licensed Paramedic
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On Jul 19, 2018, at 3:26 PM, Dale Erdmann (Redacted sender
"daleerdmann" for DMARC) <dmarc-noreply@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
9503 Ramblewood Drr votes no
We agree that there are good reasons to have gas, however, they are
all overruled by the dangers of having gas:
1. Carbon monoxide poisoning is possible but not with electricity
2. Explosions - have you seen the coverage on the news of houses
being blown up (and people killed or injured when it happens..?)
3. Rise in cost of home insurance for gas vs. electric
Mary and Dale Erdmann
On Thursday, July 19, 2018 10:13 AM, Tanya Davis
<dmarc-noreply@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Hi neighbors,
After many attempts, I finally have a contact at Texas gas service.
Below is an email I received in regards to the process of getting gas
service in Castlewood Forest. According to TGS, we are completely
surrounded. At this point, they are asking that I provide a map
and/or addresses of any homes that have interest in the future
conversion to natural gas. It's not something you have to do right
away. We just need to get the pipes laid, and you can convert at
your own convenience. Personally, I will change over my stove, but
our HVAC still has a good 7-10 years, so we'll wait on that. The more
interest I can provide will help get the cost down. I also think it
will be great for resale. Maybe you won't convert, but it's a option
for a potential buyer. If anything it would be nice to get a estimate
to see if it's even feasible.
If your interested in natural gas for Castlewood forest, Please email
to text me your name and address.
Best, Tanya
512-589-1053
2605 Crownspoint Dr.
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Good afternoon Tanya,
Linda Bargar reached out to me about the possible neighborhood
conversion project.
I’ve dealt with a couple conversion projects in the past and I want
to give you a little info about the process.
Each house that wishes to be converted must have a plumber inspect
their house piping and appliances. The house piping must be the
appropriate size according to the natural gas delivery pressure into
the house. The house delivery pressure is determined by the
individual demand of each house based on the loads from their
appliances. As for the appliances, each appliance that is being
converted from propane to natural gas will need to make sure the
appropriate orifice and regulation is installed before conversion can
be completed. If a house is all electric, that house would require
gas lines to be plumbed within the house and ran to each appliance
before gas service is ran to the house.
From my experience with another subdivision trying to convert from
propane to natural gas the main issues that the homeowners run into
is the scheduling and logistics portion of the conversion. Texas Gas
is only responsible for supplying gas up to the house meter. Any
additional plumbing requirements will be the complete responsibility
of the homeowner. In the past homeowners have been quoted anywhere
between $200 - $800 to convert a single propane appliance to natural
gas. Of course each case is different depending on the appliance. The
cost to convert appliances and house piping is a separate cost
incurred outside of TGS’s cost to provide gas.
In order to generate an high level estimate for cost to run service
to the participating homes in your subdivision I will need to know
which homes will be converting. This will give me something to go off
of so I can put together a proposed route. Since there is potential
for thousands of feet of main line installation throughout the
neighborhood, it will be in the homeowner’s best interest to propose
the shortest and most efficient route for the installation.
Once you have identified the houses that wish to be converted I can
generate an estimate. Please keep in mind that this high level
estimate will be fluid until we have a design generated from our
engineering department. We will only move forward with designing the
project if we are certain that we are moving forward with the
project. Once a design is completed I will send it over to you for
approval. After you have approved the design, the contract will be
drafted. Contracts will either be issued individually to all
participating homeowners or a single contract can be drafted for the
HOA’s approval. Please note that we must receive all signed contracts
and payments before construction can be scheduled. This is where the
logistical nightmare comes into play. After receiving the signed
contracts and the total payment we will then set up a preliminary
meeting with the HOA and the third party contractors (the contractors
you decide to use to complete the conversion) to discuss project
details and scheduling.
The cost to serve your neighborhood is based on the difference
between the cost of construction and the combined 10 yr revenue
generated. I can explain this in further detail once we have a high
level estimate put together.
I have also attached a copy of the residential rebates that we offer.
These are the only rebates that TGS offers at this time. There might
be additional rebates offered outside of TGS.
Please let me know what additional questions you might have and I’ll
do my best to give you a quick response.
If you wish to move forward please let me know and we’ll discuss all
of the information that I’ll need to generate a high level estimate.
Thanks,
Justin Monroe
Senior Project Manager, Customer Development
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1301 South Mopac Expressway, Suite 400
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