GAS LEAK
We handle any sort of gas leak issue in a timely manner, whether your gas furnace or gas line is the source. We will fix the issue forever and not just temporarily. As a resident in your home, you should feel safe going to bed and leaving your pets at home during the day. A gas leak is a very scary thing, so it’s best to be proactive and prevent any issue from happening in the first place. Testing your gas lines every so often is smart, not only for the peace of mind but for your wallet as well. Specialists are readily available to help with any issues you may have regarding your gas lines, from your gas furnace to your gas powered Jacuzzi. Whether you have old gas piping or there’s serious damage to your gas plumbing, Carranza Plumbing can fix your issues and have your appliances back up and running in no time.
signs of gas leak
As buildings grow old so do the gas lines that feed the appliances we use every day. Sometimes gas leaks happen, and it’s best to attack the problem right away to eliminate unsafe and even deadly conditions. A tell-all sign of a gas leak is an outrageous utility bill. When there is a gas leak, your bill will most likely skyrocket; make sure to check your utility bill regularly. If you notice any changes, you can contact a gas leak repair professional to check it out and resolve the problem before it gets worse. No matter how severe the issue is, your local Carranza Plumbing technician can pinpoint the issue and find solutions fast. There are several ways you can tell if you have a natural gas leak. If you notice a gas line is damaged, assume dangerous gas is leaking from it. The smell of gas, which is sort of a rotten egg or sulfur-like odor, doesn’t come from the gas itself, as the gas company adds a compound to it to make detecting a leak easier. Gas odors are unpleasant to most homeowners so provide an obvious sign that you should call a repair company. Hissing noises from a pipe or gas appliance mean gas is escaping. If you see patches of dead grass or blackish green soil in your yard, near where a gas line passes, it could mean that a leak has exposed sensitive vegetation to toxic gas. Other signs of trouble include bubbling water or a white cloud or dust hovering around a gas line. Lastly, if you suddenly experience symptoms such as headache, dizziness, nausea, eye/throat irritation, breathing difficulties, or fatigue, a leak in your gas line system may be the cause. If your skin touches compressed or liquid gas, it may become pale or develop blisters. Signs of carbon monoxide poisoning include ones mention above, as well as chest or stomach pains, vision problems, and loss of muscle control. It can be deadly, which is one reason to install carbon monoxide detectors in your home, if you don’t already have them.
what to do
What to do if there is a gas leak: If you know how to turn the gas meter off, do so. For mild odors open the windows and make sure the pilot light is off. Next, call the gas company for instructions. The best action is then to leave your home. If the odor is very strong or you’re experiencing symptoms, get out of your house immediately before doing anything; there’s a risk of an explosion so go outside and call both 911 and your local gas company.
gas appliance
Barbeques: Gas grill repair may be necessary if the burner isn’t getting gas, there are grease flare-ups, or a burner doesn’t light. There’s also the possibility of a leak in the gas line connections or from a propane tank. We can fix the connections and parts that are faulty, such as a pressure regulator, gas supply valve, damaged or rusted burner, or grill manifold.
Fireplaces: If you smell gas while using your fireplace, contact Carranza Plumbing to send a technician to your home right away and move your family outside immediately. A fireplace gas leak can occur due to faulty installation, poor ventilation, or a bad connection or ruptured gas line. A blockage in your chimney can cause gas to build up in your home as well.
Jacuzzis: If your gas jacuzzi, spa, or hot tub uses natural gas, problems can occur where the gas line connects to the heater. A constant supply of fuel ignites to run the heating system. When there is a leak, this steady flow of gas becomes a hazard that can turn a relaxing day into one you don’t want to remember.
Stoves: Stove gas leaks can be immediately recognizable, especially if the pungent smell of gas occurs whenever you turn it on. Any type of spark can trigger an explosion. The signs of a leak can also be so subtle that the only clue is a higher gas bill. But if you hear hissing from a gas line or see soot marks around the stove, there may be a dangerous leak.
Dryers: Gas clothes dryers may emit a faint gas smell when turned on, but if it is stronger and longer than usual there may be leak in the main gas line. A defective burner assembly component or faulty igniter can be the source as well. Another sign of a leak is when you smell gas on your clothes after running them through the dryer. This can indicate an exhaust system problem as well.
Furnaces: The tell-tale sign of a furnace gas leak is the smell of sulfur, which is similar to that of rotten eggs. The stronger the smell, the worse the leak is. Hissing sounds from the pipe or behind the wall, a patch of dead grass on your lawn, or a pilot light problem can mean there is a leak. Turn of the furnace, if possible, and exit your home before calling for help. A furnace leak is a fire and carbon monoxide poisoning hazard.