The connectors like have on your old flex line were outlawed about 30 years ago. The flare nut on that size of line had threads that were similar to 3/4 pipe threads and people put the flex lines directly onto pipe w/o the proper flare adapter causing major leaks, fires and explosions. I think there was also a smaller size line that would screw onto 1/2 pipe. They had to change the sizes so there is no way to do that. You will have to get a new lline with the proper shutoff and flare adapter for the stove. As to who should do the work, I guess it would depend on your local codes and regulations. You will have to call around. Maybe call the gas co. first and see what they recommend. Sorry I can't help you any more than that. It shouldn't be that major of a job for someone to come out and take care of it for you. Larry
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