Have a gas leak today? Using gas in the home is common, versatile, and efficient. It is an energy source useful for cooking, heating, cooling, and even electricity. While there are far more benefits than downfalls of having gas fuel your Brooklyn or New York City home, this system requires maintenance and expertise. At CBB Plumbing Corp, our teams are fully versed in the song and dance of gas leaks, repairs, and maintenance.
Here are some of the most important signs of a gas leak:
Smell. This is the most obvious sign you're dealing with a leak. That sulfur smell of rotten eggs is not the natural gas itself but a distinct-smelling harmless gas added to make identifying natural gas leaks easier.
Corrosion or damage on the gas pipe
Dust clouds/fog near a gas pipe
Note: If you think there is a gas leak in your home, any people or pets should evacuate immediately. Leave the doors open and call 911.
Taking care of your furnace and gas lines can help prevent leaks and repairs. The three main things you want to do is clean and replace your filters regularly, make sure your home is sealed and well-insulated, and check any exposed gas lines as regularly as possible for corrosion and damage. 
The safest way to know if you have a gas leak in your Brooklyn home is through regular testing and maintenance. Ways to test include:
Soap and Water Test. If there's not a strong smell of gas and your home is safe, or you're looking to do DIY test, you can use a mixture of soap and water coated along the gas line. If there's a leak, the coating will bubble and foam.
Gas Leak Detectors. You can also purchase a detector with an extension to test sections that are more difficult to reach.
Professional Testing. When in doubt (and even when not in doubt) it's always best to call an expert.
If you are in New York City and need gas leak repair services, don't wait any longer to call us. A gas leak in your Brooklyn or NYC home is serious and must be dealt with quickly and carefully. At CBB Plumbing Corp, the safety of your home and family is our number one priority.
Contact us today for an inspection.
For more information about gas leak inspection and testing or to schedule service, call or text us at (212) 929-8686 or visit our contact page.
For more information or to schedule service, call or text us at (212) 929-8686 or fill out the form below.
We provide service to the 5 boroughs of New York City
We provide service to all 5 boroughs of New York City - The Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens and Staten Island.
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