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Crucial Information About Gas Line Leaks Monday, August 3rd, 4:00 PM
Sun Prairie plumbing contractors share crucial information about gas leaks and line damage.

Sun Prairie, United States - August 3, 2020 / Oliver's Plumbing /

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What You Need to Know About Gas Line Leaks

Gas line leaks in homes are nothing to mess around with. If you believe you have a gas line leak it is crucial that you call an emergency plumber right away to come to resolve the issue. There are a few symptoms that you might notice when you have a gas line leak, which includes dead or dying house plants, a rotten smell, bubbles in your water, or a hissing noise near the gas line. Gas line leaks don’t seem to happen as often anymore, but that is only because most homes are electrically powered. That said, there are still houses that use part gas and electricity. 

If you are a homeowner of a home that uses gas, it is vital to your safety that you understand the emergency situation that is a gas line leak. Continue reading below to learn all you need to know about gas lines, what can lead to a gas line leak, and how to prevent it from happening.gas line

Facts About Gas Lines

A gas line is either a pipe or a hose that connects the gas appliance to the natural gas supply in the home. It is a technology that has been in America since the 1920s and despite discovering electricity, the world still uses gas for many outlets including to heat a home. 

Below are some basic steps on how to get the natural gas from the supply source, through the pipes, and into your home’s furnace to heat your home:

  • The gas moves through distribution lines closer to cities and residential areas
  • Local distribution companies reduce the pressure
  • The gas travels to the homes in smaller service lines
  • The gas enters the furnace and the furnace works to heat the home

The technology behind gas lines is simple and relatively similar to that of the plumbing system. Both use small piping systems to transport gas or liquid that can easily break when they aren’t properly cared for.

What Causes a Gas Line Leak?

If you’ve ever known someone that has had a carbon monoxide gas leak in their home before, you understand just how dangerous a gas leak can be. Carbon monoxide is a gas that can kill you within a matter of minutes if there isn’t any oxygen left in the room. 

Gas line leaks increase the risk of house fires as well because gas is extremely flammable. 

It is important to know what can cause a gas leak so you can more easily spot when you experience a gas leak in your home. There are three main causes of gas leaks in homes.

These three causes are:

  • Faulty connections between the gas line and the appliance
  • Lack of proper maintenance
  • Appliance malfunctions
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How to Prevent a Gas Line Leak

There is a lot that goes into properly caring for your home, as a homeowner. In order to maintain a healthy and safe gas line, you must also be aware of the health and safety of your gas appliances. 

One of the main reasons for gas leaks is a faulty appliance, but when you keep up on the maintenance of your appliances, you inevitably keep up on the maintenance of your gas line as well.

Proper gas line maintenance includes:

  • Inspecting the line periodically for leaks
  • Checking for any corrosion
  • Calling a plumber

Inspecting your gas lines is a great way to stay on top of any potential problem areas, but it is also recommended to schedule a professional maintenance visit with a plumber. That is the only way to truly see the natural progression of your gas line and make repairs before they cause irreversible damage.

Oliver’s Plumbing Is There For Youhome

When you call the professionals at Oliver’s Plumbing, you can trust you will always get honest, flat-rate pricing with zero surprises. The experts at Oliver’s Plumbing understand that plumbing emergencies aren’t planned and can hurt the wallet so they work with their customers to ensure a pleasant experience for everyone involved. Call today to schedule your next appointment!

Contact Information:

Oliver's Plumbing

625 Stonehaven Dr
Sun Prairie, WI 53590
United States

Ron Oliver
(608) 834-8767
https://www.oliversplumbing.com/

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