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Q: Are oil furnaces safer than gas?

• <div><p>Oil furnaces don&rsquo;t emit poisonous or highly flammable gases, making them less dangerous in your home than gas furnaces because they have a much lower chance of combusting. An oil furnace does pose the risk of causing a fire if it tips over, but it is generally considered safer <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/should-i-install-oil-or-gas-furnace.htm">compared to a gas furnace</a>.</p></div>

Q: Can you fix a hole in a gas line?

• <div><p>No, fixing or patching a hole in a gas line may not seal it completely. A patch should be a temporary solution because the damaged area will be weaker than the rest of the pipe, increasing the likelihood of future leaks. Therefore, if a gas line incurs damage, call a licensed plumber and have it replaced right away.</p></div>

Q: How do plumbers detect gas leaks?

• <div><p>Plumbers start by walking around the property to see if they notice any signs or sounds of a gas leak. They can also use tools like electronic gas detectors and infrared cameras to find the source of leaks. There are also detectors that use laser, thermal, and multi-wavelength imaging. All these devices allow a plumber to scan your home and pinpoint the exact location of a leak. </p></div>

Q: How close to the gas line can I dig?

• <div><p>Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/homeowner-liable-damage-gas-line-contractor.htm">liable for hitting a gas line</a> in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.</p></div>

Q: What are the signs of a gas leak?

• <div><p>Having gas appliances in your home can be convenient&mdash;you benefit from faster water heating, more efficient clothes drying, and more affordable home heating. However, you need to be aware of the signs of a gas leak so that you and your family can take precautions to be safe around these versatile appliances. </p><p>Signs of a gas leak include:</p><ul><li><p>Hissing sounds</p></li><li><p>Rotten egg smell</p></li><li><p>Higher than usual gas usage</p></li><li><p>Physical symptoms, such as headaches, dizziness, and nausea</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Last update on December 06, 2025

Reviewed in June 2017
Regarding January's call, Lin's responded and the next day replaced a faulty gas control valve (likely 50 years old). ($800) For June, it was the same technician as January; he was professional and completed the work expeditiously. The tech was over an hour and half past the expected time but I...
LINS HEATING & AIR COND
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Reviewed in April 2016
The team worked like clock work. They got in, discussed the matter in detail with all options and once an option was settled on, they moved quickly to fix the problems and do the additional gas line installation.
Kuenster Heating & Air, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2015
It's nothing special, it's just a little hole in the wall. In fact, the office is in an old gas station. I go because it is convenient and I don't like driving to Cedar Rapids for everything. They are very nice and they do a good job. It's not a fancy place but they got it all fixed up cute....
Beauty & Bliss
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Reviewed in October 2013
my car was not starting intermittently after sitting on a hill, I took to Boubin and they looked at it could not find anything major, they recommended a fuel system cleaner so I bought it and ran it through with a tank of gas, I have not had the problem since. I feel really about their integrity...
Boubin Tire & Automotive
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Reviewed in March 2013
He's just a good small town mechanic. He's very reasonable. He's so busy that we do need to make an appointment. He had another person working for him but he didn't like his work and let him go. I can't say enough good about him because when my daughter needed brakes on her truck and just...
B & B Automotive
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Reviewed in June 2012
Alan and Gloria are an incredible team. The plaque is beautiful; it still brings tears to my wife's eyes every time we sit in the swing. The project went seamlessly and I didn't have to leave work to handle the details. All correspondence was done by phone and email which saved time, effort...
Creative Resources Awards & Engraving
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Reviewed in January 2011
Terry was very courteous on the phone during our initial contact. He asked good questions including whether I wanted a termite inspection and radon level test done. The termite inspection man he recommended was very pleasant to work with (I can't remember his name right now), and Terry...
TERRY STEINBACH PROFESSIONAL HOME INSPECTIONS INC
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Reviewed in January 2011
From start to finish, Ginny is efficient, responsive, and knowledgeable. She disconnected our gas range, fridge, sink, disposer, and dishwasher, then at the appropriate time reconnected them in their new locations. This involved removing some outdated pipes, installing new fittings, scheduling...
Rose Water Plumbers Inc
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Reviewed in October 2005
MIKE CAME OVER TO CHECK AND CLEAN OUR BOILER. HE WAS COURTEOUS AND HELPFUL. WE JUST PURCHASED OUR HOME, PREVIOUSLY WE HAD A GAS FORCED AIR FURNACE. I WAS UNFAMILIAR WITH HOW THE GAS BOILER AND RADIATORS WORKED (HOW TO BLEED AIR OUT OF THE SYSTEM, THE MECHANICS OF OPERATION, ETC.). MIKE WAS...
Phillips Heating & Air Conditioning Company
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Kelly Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.

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Kelly Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.

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Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

HVAC, heating systems, cooling systems, air purifiers, thermostat repair, furnace repair, commercial HVAC, humidifier repair

"I used them previously twice and they do a great job."

Charles S on June 2021

HVAC, heating systems, cooling systems, air purifiers, thermostat repair, furnace repair, commercial HVAC, humidifier repair

"I used them previously twice and they do a great job."

Charles S on June 2021

Master Plumbing, Heating & Cooling

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Master Plumbing, Heating & Cooling

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Customers say: Super punctual

39 years of experience

Angie's List Super Service Award Winner every year since 2011. Master Plumbing is raising the bar for customer service in the world of plumbing, heating and A/C. We keep your home’s plumbing and comfort systems operating at peak performance. Serving Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, and surrounding areas, we provide a wide array of residential and commercial plumbing, heating and air conditioning services. Emergency Service and After Hours calls available.

"Sean from Master Plumbing and Heating identified much more than a dripping faucet on this service call. I was so thankful he repaired the problems and got my bathroom fixed in time for the holiday. Thank you Brian S. Anderson"

Brian A on November 2023

"Sean from Master Plumbing and Heating identified much more than a dripping faucet on this service call. I was so thankful he repaired the problems and got my bathroom fixed in time for the holiday. Thank you Brian S. Anderson"

Brian A on November 2023

Gas Logs questions, answered by experts

Oil furnaces don’t emit poisonous or highly flammable gases, making them less dangerous in your home than gas furnaces because they have a much lower chance of combusting. An oil furnace does pose the risk of causing a fire if it tips over, but it is generally considered safer compared to a gas furnace.

No, fixing or patching a hole in a gas line may not seal it completely. A patch should be a temporary solution because the damaged area will be weaker than the rest of the pipe, increasing the likelihood of future leaks. Therefore, if a gas line incurs damage, call a licensed plumber and have it replaced right away.

Plumbers start by walking around the property to see if they notice any signs or sounds of a gas leak. They can also use tools like electronic gas detectors and infrared cameras to find the source of leaks. There are also detectors that use laser, thermal, and multi-wavelength imaging. All these devices allow a plumber to scan your home and pinpoint the exact location of a leak.

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

Having gas appliances in your home can be convenient—you benefit from faster water heating, more efficient clothes drying, and more affordable home heating. However, you need to be aware of the signs of a gas leak so that you and your family can take precautions to be safe around these versatile appliances.

Signs of a gas leak include:

Hissing sounds
Rotten egg smell
Higher than usual gas usage
Physical symptoms, such as headaches, dizziness, and nausea

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