Gas Line Repair Services

While that unmistakable smell of sulphur is the most obvious and well-known sign of a gas leak, if the leak is a small one, you may not notice the smell creeping in. To help keep your home safe, keep an eye out for these additional signs that you may have a gas leak somewhere in your house.

Hissing or whistling sounds: These can be faint, but an ear open for hissing or whistling, especially near a gas line, appliance, or pipe.

Dead or discolored plants: The vegetation in your home suddenly dying or appearing sick and unhealthy, particularly if it’s near a gas line, is a definite red flag.

Bubbles in water on the ground: Unexplained bubbles in puddles or on wet ground can mean an underground gas leak seeping into the soil before reaching fresh air.

Visible dust or mist: If you see a visible white cloud or mist near a gas line, it will almost certainly be accompanied by that signature smell, and you should vacate the premises immediately.

In addition to the signs in and around your home that indicate a gas leak, there are also a number of physical symptoms that both humans and pets can experience when exposed to gas. These are particularly telling signs if the symptoms improve or disappear completely when you’re away from your home in fresh air for an extended period of time.

Headaches, lightheadedness, and dizziness: A sudden uptick in headaches and dizziness can point to a gas leak.

Drowsiness or fatigue: This can be a tough one, as fatigue affects us all regardless of potential leaks. This symptom will likely be accompanied by one or more others from this list.

Irritation in your eyes, ears, and throat: This is another tough one to single out, especially during allergy season. Call for an inspection if you still experience irritation after taking allergy medicine, or in addition to other symptoms.

Chest pains and difficulty breathing: Difficulty breathing and chest tightness while at home are both clear signs that something is wrong.

Nausea and nosebleeds: As with chest pains and difficulty breathing, frequently feeling nauseous or experiencing sudden nosebleeds is another clear sign you should book an immediate inspection.