Professional gas line emergencies are a critical issue. The leaks from gas lines usually have telltale signs that something is wrong. There is a sulfur-like smell in odorless natural gas, which utility companies intentionally add to make it easy for homeowners to smell a leak. Health symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, feeling sick, or suddenly feeling tired can also indicate gas exposure inside the home, even if a leak doesn’t appear to be visible. In addition to strange odors, abnormal signs such as patches of dead vegetation on top of buried gas lines could also indicate an underground leak. Gas seeps into the soil and suffocates the roots of nearby plants by cutting off their oxygen supply, so when you notice these signs, it's time to act.
- An odd, sulfurous, or rotten-egg smell inside or outside.
- Whistling or hissing sounds near a gas appliance or piping
- Unexplained physical symptoms
- Deterioration of gas lines or meters
- High gas bill for no reason
- Appliances are not functioning correctly on gas.
- Bubbles rising in standing water on or around gas lines.
The most important thing is not to delay; a fast response will protect your health, home, and family from harm. Our licensed experts in Abilene are here to provide 24/7 emergency plumbing services for all your gas line needs. Gas line leaks may not make any noise, but they can rapidly become a hazard. Knowing the early warning signs can mean the difference for your family’s safety.
