Natural Gas Line Installation Services
Besides installation and replacement services, our plumbing team also offers gas line repair services. One common sign you need repair or replacement services is strange sounds coming from your gas line or appliances. When there’s a hole or crack in your gas line, the pressure of escaping gas causes hissing sounds. Unfortunately, this means the gas is entering the air inside your home. If you notice any hissing sounds, turn off the gas valve, exit your home, and contact us after calling emergency services.
Natural gas does not have a scent, so a foul odor is another sign of trouble. Utility companies add mercaptan to create an unpleasant odor, which usually smells like sulfur or rotten eggs. This way, it’s easier to identify a gas leak in your home. While it’s normal to very faintly smell this odor when using your gas appliances, a stronger smell requires immediate attention. The same goes for if you smell it when none of your appliances are in use.
Rust and corrosion usually occur when moisture comes into contact with your gas piping. If this happens, your gas line is likely to rust and corrode over time. Rusting can quickly spread and possibly cause cracks and other damage, so moisture on your piping needs a professional inspection and possibly a new natural gas line installation.
A gas leak can cause severe health problems, especially if the gas has been leaking for too long. The symptoms include headache, dizziness, fatigue, nausea, and difficulty breathing. If these problems are sudden and unexplainable, the underlying cause may be overexposure to gas. It’s critical to get everyone out of the house and contact our plumber immediately. A gas line replacement or repair is essential before the problem becomes fatal.