GAS PIPE LEAK REPAIR TUCSON
Natural Gas leaks are dangerous. Every year, property worth $133 million is damaged due to gas leaks in the USA. Around 17 fatalities are recorded every year from natural gas leaks. To reduce incidents of gas line leaks, each homeowner needs to know how to identify a gas leak. On noticing any signs of a gas leak, they should call a professional licensed plumber for testing the gas line and to repair the leak.
If you suspect a gas leak in your home, you need to take quick action. If you’re in the Tucson area, Wood’s Plumbing can help you with all types of gas line repair services. Our experienced team of licensed plumbers will be glad to provide you with round-the-clock emergency repair services, so you and your family will always be safe from gas pipe leaks.
How to Identify and Fix a Gas Leak
A gas leak can happen anywhere in the gas system. The first step in fixing a gas leak is to detect the leak. If you suspect a gas leak, you should check common places like the fittings joining the pipes, the regulators and the gas shut off valves that are prone to gas leaks. You should also watch for some signs of gas leaks, like:
Rotten eggs smell
Though natural gas is odorless, when supplied to your home, gas companies add sulfur compounds to make the leaks easily detectable. If you can smell an odor like rotten eggs inside the house, it may be a sign of a gas leak. Immediately turn off the stove or oven. If you still smell the odor after shutting down the stove, then you will need to call a professional to inspect the gas system and lines for any leaks.
Hissing Sound
When there is a gas leak, you will be able to hear the gas making a hissing sound as it comes out through the gas lines. If you hear such sounds, immediately check your gas line system to determine if there is a leak.
Physical changes
It is not easy to detect a leak through a rotten egg smell and hissing sound if the gas pipe lines are installed outdoors. However, you can look for any physical or visible changes around the pipes. For example, if you notice the grass is dying near the gas line, it could be due to gas leakage.
Carbon monoxide detectors
Carbon monoxide detectors can help detect a leak in the house. The detector will alert you if there is an accumulation of carbon monoxide in the house.
Higher utility bills
Gas leaks can lead to a rise in utility bills. If you notice an outrageous monthly utility bill, inspect your gas line pipes for any signs of a gas leak.
Why Gas Pipe Leaks Are a Problem
A gas pipe leak should always be taken seriously. Not only will a leak have a very bad effect on your gas bill, but gas is highly explosive. Thus, any gas leak is dangerous and needs to be repaired as soon as possible. Gas leaks are normally relatively easy to identify because of the rotten eggs smell that is added to natural gas so it can be noticed right away. Even if you are not sure whether you have a gas leak, it’s better to be safe than sorry.
Most homes are eventually modified or remodeled over the years. These modifications may include adding a patio, concrete slab, or concrete driveway. Often, if the gas meter is away from the house, these concrete additions are installed over the gas lines located outside the house. If a leak starts in a gas pipe that is under concrete, it can form a pocket of gas, leading to an explosion. Modern building codes do not allow gas piping under concrete because of this potential danger. If you have this situation, and a leak occurs, the piping will have to be relocated, not repaired. This is another time you may want to consider being proactive rather than reactive.
Contact Us
If you are looking for gas pipe leak repair Tucson services, call Wood’s Plumbing today! We can fix your leaking gas pipe so you and your family stay safe. We can also test your entire gas system to ensure that it is in good working order. Our team is certified by Southwest Gas.
FAQs
What safety precautions should I take if I suspect a gas pipe leak?
If you suspect a gas leak in your home, immediately open the doors and windows and ventilate the area. Do not turn on any electrical appliances, do not switch on the light or fans or us anything that might create a spark. DO not try to fix the gas leak on your own, contact your gas provider company or call professionals offering gas line repair services like Woods Plumbing.
How often should I have my gas pipes inspected?
It is advisable to get your gas lines and other appliances inspected at least once every year. If you suspect some issues in the gas lines, contact a professional to inspect and maintain them immediately.
Whom should you contact if a gas pipe is leaking?
If you suspect a gas leak, you should inform the Gas company immediately. In the meanwhile, you should contact a licensed plumber who has experience in handling gas leak repair services. Do not delay in getting professional help in repairing the leak.