"Pete C." wrote in message
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Eigenvector wrote:

The previous owner of my house painted the gas meter the same color as
the
house and used the same paint. I'd like to remove that paint and
potentially paint the meter and pipes red so that I can see it when
backing
into my sideyard where the meter sits. Currently it isn't easy to see as
it
blends in with the house and grass.

Is there a good reason NOT to use paint thinner, mineral spirits,
scrapers,
and heat guns around your gas supply lines? I can only surmise that
detonating the meter set will probably send me on a one way trip to the
stars. Using strong solvents around the pipe joints might not be good
for
their health either.

So if that isn't a good idea, how would you remove the paint? Second
question is after you get rid of the paint, would you recommend painting
it
again - or just leave it grey primer as it probably came?

If the gas meter is in a location where you regularly risk backing into
it, forget repainting it and instead install a couple protective
bollards painted in a visible color and planted in a little cement. In
at least some areas they are required (same for transformers).

Ehh, maybe that's the best thing to do after all. A bag of concrete or two,
plastic pipe + cap and not mess with the meter at all. I guess I need to
call the gas company and have them locate the pipes before I dig, it would
be ironic if I punctured the gas lines trying to dig a hole to install a
protective post for the meter.