A gas leak is never a do-it-yourself project and never a wait-and-see problem. If you smell gas, leave the house first and call the gas utility from outside. Once the utility has made the area safe, we locate the leak, repair it and pressure test the system before service is restored.
The causeWhy it happens
Gas leaks come from corroded pipe, loose threaded joints, cracked flex connectors on older appliances, damaged underground lines and failed shutoff valves. Underground steel lines corrode over time, particularly in wet soils. Old uncoated brass appliance connectors, still found behind some ranges and dryers, can crack at the flare fittings. Construction and digging also damage buried gas lines.
DiagnosisWhat we check first
- 01Leak location
- We test joints and connections with leak detection solution and electronic detectors to find the source.
- 02Pressure test
- After repairs, the system is pressurized and monitored to confirm it holds.
- 03Appliance connectors
- Old flex connectors are replaced with current approved connectors.
- 04Underground lines
- Corroded or damaged buried lines are located and repaired or replaced.
The optionsWhich repair fits, and when
We lay out the choices plainly, explain what each involves and leave the decision with you.
Joint or fitting repair
A leak at a threaded joint or fitting. We remake the joint with proper sealant and test.
Connector replacement
A cracked or outdated appliance connector is replaced and the shutoff checked.
Line replacement
A section of corroded or damaged pipe, inside or underground, is replaced with new pipe.
Local conditionsGas Line Repair on the west side of San Antonio
If you smell gas, leave the house and call CPS Energy or your gas provider from outside before calling us. Older homes on the west side may still have original steel gas lines in the yard that have corroded in our clay soil. Repairs often require a pressure test and inspection before the utility will restore service.
From the jobWall-mounted tankless water heater with new gas and water lines
A few things that help
If you smell gas, do not operate switches or appliances. Leave the house, then call the gas utility from a safe distance. Once they have shut off or cleared the line, call us.
QuestionsCommon questions about gas line repair
What should I do if I smell gas?
Leave the house immediately. Do not switch lights on or off. From outside, call the gas utility. Then call us for the repair.
Can you restore gas service after a leak?
We repair the leak and pressure test the line. The utility may need to inspect and turn the meter back on.
Are old brass connectors dangerous?
Uncoated brass flex connectors from decades ago can crack at the fittings. We recommend replacing any we find.
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