What Are the Most Common Types of Gas Leaks?
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Every situation, home, and town is a little bit different. Older homes have more exposure to gas leaks due to long-term weather exposure, lack of maintenance, and/or aged or obsolete materials.
Leaks in newer homes are usually due to bad installation or inferior materials.
Based on our jobs and findings the most common areas for a gas leak are:
- Gas flex line connectors going to fixtures and appliances
- Gas risers coming from the underground yard line
- Gas meter connections that have rusted due to exposure
- Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing (CSST) swivel nuts and connectors
- CSST manifolds
- Failed regulators
- Fitting junctions due to bad prep or poor installation standards
Did you know? Nail punctures to CSST piping are far more common than what you would think and usually correspond with a roofing replacement. Because CSST pipe is relatively thin, damage can be caused by even minor nail strikes that penetrate the roof decking when roofing work or shingle replacement is done. Compounded by the CSST’s flexibility, the pipe can often migrate too close to the roof decking, making it more susceptible to damage.
If you have CSST piping, you can help reduce potential damage and avoid these untimely and costly repairs by visibly inspecting your CSST lines. Trace the lines through the attic and make sure that they are not in contact with or close proximity to the roof deck. If this is identified, try to pull the flexible lines away from the decking and secure them in place.
Contact Earl’s Plumbing today for gas services!