Gas line repair is one of the few plumbing jobs that should never wait. Many Philadelphia rowhomes still run on decades-old black steel gas piping.
Calls for gas line repair rise each fall, when furnaces and water heaters start working hard.
Signs You Need Gas Line Repair
Safety comes first. If you smell gas, leave the house and call PGW from outside.
- Rotten-egg smell. Gas has an added odor so you can notice leaks.
- Hissing sound. You may hear it near a fitting or valve.
- Weak burner flames. A yellow or low flame can signal a supply problem.
How a Gas Line Repair Is Tested
We isolate the line, replace bad fittings and run a pressure test. Then we document the gauge reading. Philadelphia Gas Works shares safety rules for homeowners.
- Pressure test before and after the work.
- Leak check at every new joint.
- Photos of the finished piping.
Repair or Replace the Gas Line?
A targeted repair makes sense when one fitting or valve leaks. Meanwhile, a full replacement makes sense when piping is corroded along its length.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I fix a gas leak myself? No. Gas work needs a licensed plumber and a pressure test.
Does PGW fix lines inside my home? PGW handles the meter side. Piping after the meter is the owner’s responsibility.
How fast can you respond? We offer same-day service for gas emergencies.
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