Signs, Safety, and What to Expect
Here at Southern Heating, Cooling, & Plumbing, we offer gas line services to residents across Scottsboro and Huntsville, Alabama. A qualified assessment can help decide the scope of the project, its required fuel supply, and piping system. Whether you need a gas line repair or are planning on adding a new appliance, our technicians can help you find the best solution for your home.
If You Smell Gas, Get Out of the Area Immediately
Natural gas is flammable, and even the slightest spark can create a fire. If you smell gas or suspect an active leak, leave the building immediately with your loved ones and pets. Avoid operating light switches, appliances, and other electrical equipment. Refrain from smoking and starting a vehicle near the area. DO NOT try to locate or repair the leak yourself. Call your gas utility or emergency services from a safe location away from the building. Book your gas line repair service only after the issue has been inspected by your gas utility or emergency personnel.
Warning Signs of a Gas Line Problem
- Rotten egg smell, the most common sign, since utilities add a sulfur-based scent to natural gas for easier detection
- Hissing or whistling sound near a gas pipe, meter, or appliance connection
- Dying plants or bubbling in wet soil above the buried line
- Headaches, dizziness, nausea, or fatigue while in the house
- Gas meter dial moves when appliances aren’t running
- Yellow or flickering burner flames instead of steady blue ones
