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Paul Bunyan Plumbing & Drains has been the trusted name for plumbing and drain repairs, replacement, and maintenance for Minneapolis, St Paul, and the surrounding area since 2013. If you suspect you need a gas leak repair, we’ll help to keep your home safe.
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Minneapolis Gas Line Leaks
According to census data, about half the homes in the country use natural gas for heating, water heating, or cooking. Homeowners in Minneapolis and St. Paul know that natural gas is the efficient and affordable option for heating during Minnesota’s famously cold winters.
While this is a popular and safe choice, it also carries a potential hazard if the gas lines and appliances are not properly maintained. To keep your home safe, a licensed plumber should perform regular line maintenance to help prevent or repair any gas leaks. At Paul Bunyan Plumbing & Drains, our experts are here to set your mind at ease and safely handle any gas line concerns or issues that may arise.
Gas Leak Repair: Be Safe, Don’t Wait
Much like the water lines in your home, the pipes carrying natural gas or propane to your heating system, water heater, and oven can be damaged or degrade with age, potentially leading to gas leaks needing repair as soon as possible. When gas leaks occur, they bring the risk of serious health concerns and even the potential for an explosion.
To alert occupants of a home to a leak, gas providers add a harmless chemical to their product that creates an odor of sulfur or rotten eggs. If you notice that unmistakable smell in your home, don’t wait, evacuate immediately and call 612-340-1444 for emergency gas line repair.
Signs Of A Gas Leak
In addition to the odor associated with a natural gas leak, there are other signs that you might notice around your Minneapolis home to indicate a potential gas leak requiring repair. Some of these signs include:
- A hissing or whistling sound coming from a gas line or in a wall that contains a gas line
- A white or light grey cloud around exposed gas lines
- Damage to the pipe or a fitting on the gas line
- Bubbles on the gas line if it is in a moist environment
- Dead houseplants
There are also many symptoms that you could experience or notice in other household members if you are exposed to a gas leak in your home. These symptoms include:
- Difficulty breathing
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness or fatigue
- Feeling lightheaded
- Persistent headache
- Eye, nose, and throat irritation
- Nausea
- Nosebleeds
- Chest pain or tightness
- Reduced appetite
Symptoms can also present in your domestic pets. Watch for signs of:
- Breathing difficulties
- Change in mood, behavior, or activity level
- Disorientation
- Coughing or the appearance of a sore throat
- Red or watery eyes
- Vomiting
If you see any of these symptoms, evacuate your home immediately. Call for help only once everyone is safely away from the house. If possible, opening the doors and windows helps to allow the gas to dissipate. Finally, if the gas shut-off is accessible from outside your home, turn it off. Once aware of a potential gas leak, you should never re-enter your home until it has been inspected by a professional and deemed safe for you and your loved ones. We know this can be hard, especially if disaster strikes in Minneapolis’ colder months, but it’s essential to let the professionals handle it.
Why Choose Paul Bunyan Plumbing
Call 612-340-1444 any time you suspect a gas leak in your home. The licensed experts from Paul Bunyan Plumbing & Drain will arrive promptly to begin the inspection process and handle any gas leak repairs needed to return your home to the safe sanctuary that you deserve.
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