Switch Fuel Types on Your Cooking Equipment

Gas Appliance Conversion Services for Food Trucks in Georgetown

When you need to switch a fryer or range from propane to natural gas or change BTU ratings to match a new fuel source, conversion involves more than swapping out orifices. Food truck operators in Georgetown sometimes convert appliances when moving to a commissary with natural gas hookups or when propane supply becomes difficult to manage at certain event sites. ATX Food Truck Builder handles gas appliance conversions that maintain safe combustion, meet manufacturer specs, and pass inspection under Texas propane and natural gas codes.

This service includes installing the correct orifice set for the new fuel type, adjusting regulators to match supply pressure, testing flame characteristics for proper air-to-fuel ratio, and verifying that burners ignite cleanly without soot or yellow tipping. Work also includes updating any labeling or documentation required by local Georgetown inspectors and insurance providers to reflect the fuel change.

If you are considering a fuel conversion for your food truck equipment in Georgetown, get in touch to confirm compatibility and discuss what the change involves.

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How Fuel Conversions Are Performed Safely

Conversion work starts by confirming the appliance manufacturer provides a conversion kit for the fuel type you need, then removing existing orifices and installing the replacement set sized for the new gas pressure and BTU output. In Georgetown, most conversions involve switching propane appliances to natural gas when trucks begin operating primarily from a fixed commissary location with piped gas rather than bottled propane.

You will notice burners light smoothly without popping or delayed ignition, flames burn blue without orange tips or excessive noise, and appliances maintain consistent heat output across all burners. Converted equipment operates within manufacturer specifications and meets the same safety standards as factory-configured units.

Gas appliance conversions do not include replacing regulators that are integrated into the appliance unless those parts are included in the manufacturer's conversion kit. If an appliance cannot be converted because no kit exists or the unit is too old to meet current codes, replacement may be the only compliant option. Conversions are scheduled based on parts availability, and most single-appliance jobs finish within a few hours once components arrive.

Fuel Switching Brings Up Specific Concerns

Before converting appliances, food truck owners in Georgetown usually want to know whether their equipment can be converted, what changes are involved, and how the switch affects performance and inspections.


What is the difference between propane and natural gas appliances?

Propane burns hotter and requires smaller orifices because it has higher energy content per cubic foot than natural gas. Natural gas appliances use larger orifices and different regulator settings to deliver the same heat output at lower pressure.


How do you know if an appliance can be converted?

We check the manufacturer's model number to see if a conversion kit is available and confirm the appliance meets current safety standards. Older units or equipment without factory support usually cannot be converted legally.


Why would a food truck switch from propane to natural gas?

Trucks that operate mostly from a commissary with natural gas hookups save money and simplify operations by eliminating propane tank exchanges. Some Georgetown event venues also offer natural gas connections that make propane unnecessary.


What happens if the conversion is not done correctly?

Incorrect orifice sizing causes incomplete combustion, producing carbon monoxide, sooty residue, or burners that overheat and damage cookware. Poor air-fuel mixture also leads to failed inspections and insurance violations.


How long does a fuel conversion take?

Most single-appliance conversions finish in two to three hours once the correct conversion kit arrives. Work includes testing flame quality and checking for leaks at all connection points before the appliance is cleared for use.

ATX Food Truck Builder performs gas appliance conversions for Georgetown food trucks with attention to manufacturer specifications and code compliance. If you need to switch fuel types or adjust equipment for a new gas supply, contact us to confirm compatibility and schedule the work.