Gas Line Services

Common signs of a gas leak include a sulfur or rotten egg smell (gas companies add this odor for safety), hissing or whistling sounds near gas lines or appliances, dead or discolored vegetation near underground gas lines, and physical symptoms like dizziness, nausea, or headaches. If you suspect a gas leak, leave your home immediately, don't use electrical switches or create sparks, and call your gas company and a professional plumber from a safe location.

Gas lines should be inspected annually to ensure safe operation and catch potential problems early. Regular inspections are especially important for older homes, homes with aging gas lines, or if you notice any changes in appliance performance. Our Jolly Roger That! Club includes annual gas line inspections as part of comprehensive home plumbing maintenance.

Not always. While natural gas has an added odor to help detect leaks, very small leaks may not produce a noticeable smell. Other signs of gas line problems include unusually high gas bills, pilot lights that frequently go out, yellow or orange flames instead of blue on gas appliances, and reduced appliance performance. Professional inspection is the only way to definitively determine if your gas lines are damaged.

Gas lines can fail due to several factors: corrosion from age and moisture, physical damage from digging or construction, improper installation, ground shifting (common in Central Texas clay soil), and wear at connection points. Older homes with steel or iron gas lines are particularly susceptible to corrosion. Modern materials like CSST (corrugated stainless steel tubing) are more resistant to these issues but still require proper installation and regular inspection.

No. Gas line work requires specialized training, proper licensing, and knowledge of local building codes and safety regulations. Improper gas line work creates serious safety hazards including gas leaks, fire, explosion, and carbon monoxide poisoning. All gas line installation, repair, and replacement should be performed by licensed professionals like the team at Roger's Plumbing who have the expertise and equipment to handle this work safely.