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How To Check for a Gas Leak

An average of 125,000 gas leak incidents are reported to fire departments across the United States each year according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). While incredibly common, a gas leak, or potential gas leak, is an emergency that can be life-threatening. 

When a gas line or gas-powered fixture in your home has a break, crack, or connection issue, natural gas can escape and cause a fire. Natural gas also displaces oxygen in the air, leading to physical symptoms of gas poisoning. 

If you suspect you may have a gas leak, evacuate your home immediately, call 911, and contact your local gas company for help. 

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Signs of a Gas Leak

It’s important to have a gas leak fixed right away, but first, you need to know if there is a leak at all. Natural gas is odorless but a chemical called mercaptan is added to it to provide a way for people to notice a leak. However, many slow gas leaks are not immediately obvious, and you may not notice all of the below signs. Still, any signs of a gas leak should be treated as an emergency. 

  • You notice a rotten egg smell: A sulfur-like additive is added to natural gas so it can be noticed when there is a leak. If you smell eggs, there could be a leak.
  • Your plants are dying: Natural can cause major issues for houseplants. A gas leak may be present if your plants are drying up despite proper care.
  • Your family members complain of headaches: Natural gas displacing oxygen, causing symptoms like nausea and headaches. 
  • Your gas-powered appliances are failing: A lack of gas may be making its way to your appliances when a leak is occurring. When your gas furnace, water heater, or stove is acting up, a gas leak could be the cause.

What To Do if You Suspect a Gas Leak

If you suspect there is a gas leak, leave the property and call the gas company right away to shut off the gas. Often, subtle signs can point to a small, silent leak that you may want to confirm before reporting, especially if the leak is located outdoors. In these cases, it’s good to have a gas leak detector on-hand.

Gas Leak Detectors

A gas leak detector is an inexpensive, handheld device that picks up the presence of natural gas, methane, carbon monoxide, or other gases in the air, and you can use it indoors or outside. You should also install natural gas monitors close to any gas-powered fixtures in your home. 

When To Call a Professional for an Inspection

When you have a potential gas leak, call the gas company to visit your home and shut off the gas. This will stop the leak, but it won’t repair your damaged gas line. That’s where expert gas line plumbers come into the picture.

Heart of Ohio can provide emergency repairs to your gas lines when you need immediate help. Our team can visit your property, inspect your gas line, and repair or replace the line quickly.

Why Choose Heart of Ohio?

Since 1922, Heart of Ohio has built a reputation for HVAC, plumbing, and electrical expertise. We’re a family-owned and operated company that does what it takes to keep our customers safe and happy. Count on us when you need 24/7 emergency services, upfront pricing, special offers, and financing options.

Never take chances with your gas line. Contact Heart of Ohio now to schedule a gas leak repair service in Northeast Ohio.

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