Gas Line Services in Nanaimo, BC

When you need a gas line repaired or installed, trust experienced professionals to perform the work

Issues with your gas line can cause major health risks to your family and massive damage to your home if they are not repaired quickly. If you suspect you have any issue, call the gasfitters at The Super Plumber - Plumbing and Drain Services. We provide gas line repairs and installations to the Nanaimo, BC, area, and offer 24-hour emergency services.

Do you suspect you have a gas leak at your home? to schedule our gas leak detection services.

Signs You Need to Repair or Replace Your Gas Line

To protect your family, it’s important to identify issues with your gas line as soon as possible.

If you notice the following signs, call a professional to determine if your line needs to be repaired or replaced:

• There are unfamiliar hissing or roaring sounds near your gas line.
• Your gas-powered appliances are malfunctioning or no longer working efficiently.
• You previously had a gas leak in the same line.
• Your gas bills are increasing even though your usage hasn’t changed.
• Any part of your gas line is visible.
• Your gas line is aging.

Common Symptoms of a Gas Leak

Gas leaks can be dangerous -- and even deadly -- if they are not identified and repaired as soon as possible. The earlier you detect it, the sooner you and your family can evacuate the property and call for professional help.

If you notice any of these signs in our around your home, you should evacuate your property and call for professional services immediately:

• An unpleasant odour -- similar to that of rotten eggs -- in or around your home.
• Dead or dying vegetation in your yard or around your property.
• Excess condensation on your windows.
• Symptoms of nausea, dizziness, fatigue, or feeling light-headed.
• Any connections to gas-powered appliances that are damaged.
• A hissing or roaring sound near your gas pipes.
• Any water or dirt in the air near the gas source.

Steps to Take When You Have a Gas Leak

When you have a gas leak, it’s important to take action immediately to protect your family and your home.

If you suspect you have a leak you should take the following steps:

• Evacuate your home.
• Call for emergency professionals and experts for help.
• Do not turn light switches on or off, as it can create a spark.
• Do not operate any electronics, including cell phones.
• Do not ignite any flames, including a match or a candle.
• Open all of the doors and windows to allow air to circulate.
• Do not start your car. Even if it’s parked on the street you shouldn’t turn it on as any area near your home is at-risk.

Risks Associated With Gas Leaks

Gas leaks should always be treated as an emergency situation, as these can pose dangerous risks to your family’s health and safety.

Two of the biggest risks associated with gas leaks are an explosion and carbon monoxide poisoning. An explosion can be triggered by any spark near the gas leak. This can affect your home and even other houses in your neighbourhood. While explosions are typically rare, they are still a risk.

Carbon monoxide poisoning is one of the most serious dangers associated with gas leaks. This substance is tasteless, so you might not know you are breathing it in, making it a serious threat to your health. Symptoms to watch for include fatigue and nausea. If you suspect you have carbon monoxide poisoning you should immediately evacuate your home and seek medical attention.

When you need your gas line repaired or replaced, call The Super Plumber - Plumbing and Drain Services at (236) 245-9936 for appointments in Nanaimo, BC. We provide 24-hour emergency services!