BOOK APPOINTMENT GAS LINE REPAIR & INSTALLATION Indianapolis Gas Line Repair & Installation Do you know what to do if you smell gas? The gas utilities add a smell to natural gas so you can smell a leak. If you smell gas or suspect a leak, contact your local gas utility, and leave the premises until the natural gas can be safely turned off. B&W’s plumbing technicians have been helping homeowners through tough gas leak situations for over 60 years in Indianapolis and central Indiana. Our top priority is the safety of our customers and restoring whole-home comfort after a run-in with a gas line leak. When you require urgent gas pipe repair, we’re here to help! BOOK APPOINTMENT How Do Gas Lines Work? Homes that use gas for heat or for other appliances have a gas line that connects directly to the furnace, water heater, stove and other appliances that use gas. The most common gas used for residential homes is natural gas. Utility companies supply this gas to homes through an underground pipe system. Natural gas lines are always installed in a home by a professional; however, problems can occur with the gas line over time. This can ultimately result in unintended consequences, as gas leaks are extremely dangerous to anyone residing in the home because of their extremely flammable and toxic nature. In the home, your gas lines have a regulator that typically works in a two-stage system. The first stage is controlled by the manufacturer and supplier of the gas. The second stage of the system would be you adjusting the temperature of the appliance that is connected to your gas line. Current codes require a shut-off device for each appliance, which is the safest policy. Common Reasons for Gas Line Repairs Everyday Appliances Many home appliances use natural gas or propane to generate heat, such as a water heater, stove, dryer or fireplace. Over time, seals that hold and connect the piping of these appliances can wear out and corrode. Corrosion of these seals and pipes can lead to gas leaks. Electrical strikes can cause the pipe sealant to erode. You may not even be aware of the electrical strike. Poor Piping Underneath most homes are a maze of crisscrossing pipes that bring gas into the pipe connectors of your appliances. In some homes, gas lines can run in the attic, too. This piping system can erode and even fail over time. In rare occasions, pipes will wear out and just disconnect. Aging pipes are extremely common within older homes, which can allow gas to slowly leak into the home. Lack Of Ventilation High levels of carbon monoxide can be emitted from malfunctioning appliances that generate heat. Larger items, such as home heating systems, generate carbon monoxide but are able to eliminate it with an exhaust fan or chimney. However, if something happens to prevent the flue or chimney from removing exhaust gases properly, carbon monoxide can fill up inside a home. Always install a carbon monoxide detector where you sleep or spend time and not near the appliance. What to Do If Your Home Needs a Gas Line Repair If you have any type of gas line leak in your home, turn off the gas supply immediately if you’re able to. This needs to be done at each appliance, as well as at the main supply line into your home. You may be able to turn off the gas yourself at an appliance. The main supply line may require the assistance of a licensed plumber. Do this only if you can safely turn off the gas. If you are unsure, contact the utility, and leave the premises. Be sure to take your pets. Why Do I Need Gas Line Installation? There are many reasons to have a new gas line installed. Learning the common reasons for an installation can help you figure out if it’s truly the best option for your home. Just remember that gas lines should always be installed by professionals. The most common reasons for line installation include: Updating old gas appliances Installing new gas appliances Replacing old and deteriorating pipes Construction of a new home Building an addition onto an existing home Switching from oil to gas appliances BOOK APPOINTMENT Contact B&W for Gas Line Repair & Installation in Indianapolis and Central Indiana B&W has been repairing and installing gas lines in the Indianapolis and central Indiana area for over 60 years. Gas lines should always be installed and repaired by professionals. B&W’s professional technicians are the people you can trust to make sure your family and home are safe. Contact us today at 317-406-0699! BOOK APPOINTMENT We’ll Work with You to Make Your Project a Reality. At B&W Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, and Drains, we know what it takes to raise a family. We’re a family business. That’s why we’ll work with you, Ally Lending, and Wells Fargo, whom we’ve developed relationships with to provide payment options that can help you purchase those bathroom or kitchen updates or that new home comfort system. Special financing is available with approved credit. LEARN MORE Family owned and operated, B&W brings the integrity, hard work and family values you expect from a family business that stands for something. Not mom and pop, mind you, but a family run business that's one of the most experienced plumbing, heating and cooling companies in the region. B&W PLC# 100948 317-406-0699 2101 Cunningham Road | Indianapolis, IN 46224 PRIVACY POLICY BLOG CONTACT US CAREERS SERVICE REQUEST? If it's not an emergency, click here for our service request form and save $10 on your service call. BOOK APPOINTMENT EMERGENCY? CALL 317.406.0699 2021 B&W. All Rights Reserved. Powered by Valve+Meter Performance Marketing