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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: Do you need a permit to cap a gas line?

• <div><p>Temporarily capping a gas line&mdash;for renovations or during travel&mdash;doesn&rsquo;t require a permit. If you plan to remove a gas line and cap it completely, you&rsquo;ll need to apply and pay for one through your town or city. Depending on your region and its local codes, you may pay between <b>$25 and $100</b>. To avoid a gas leak or other hazards, some cities take the job of permanently adjusting or capping a gas line out of the hands of homeowners. Instead, they require hiring a professional gas plumber. </p></div>

Q: Can I install a pre-fabricated gas fireplace myself?

• <div><p>DIY installation is not recommended due to the complexities of gas line work and venting; professional installation ensures safety and compliance.</p></div>

Q: Can you vent a gas water heater out the side of the house?

• <div><p>You can and should vent the gas from your hot water heater to the outside of your home. Traditionally, these gases were vented back to other gas appliances, like stoves or furnaces, but many jurisdictions have outlawed this practice due to the risks it provides. </p><p>Most water heaters today use atmospheric venting that exhausts the gas out of the home through a pipe.</p></div>

Q: Can I convert my existing oil or natural gas boiler to propane?

• <div><p>In some cases, conversion kits are available, but not all boilers are compatible. Conversion may require significant modifications and should only be performed by a qualified professional. Before making a decision, compare conversion costs to the cost of a complete replacement to determine the most cost-effective and reliable option for your home.</p></div>

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Last update on November 25, 2025

Reviewed in March 2014
Very professional. 2-man crew showed up with all the materials they needed, and did really precise work with all the new gas lines, cutting and threading to fit the perimeter of the house. Connected to gas line and water heater to code, passed inspection no problem.
Fernandez Plumbing
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Reviewed in September 2013
This past Saturday morning, I came home to a major issue in my garage, I had water dripping quickly from the bottom of my water heater and there was water everywhere. I contacted Will’s Plumbing and Testing Services based on great reviews from Angie's List. Over the phone, I described the...
Will's Plumbing & Testing Service
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Reviewed in May 2013
I took the car to get the a/c replaced, he took about 4 days after telling me that he would have it by the next day. When I went to go pick it up they were putting gas because it didn't have any. I paid him and drove off. As I was driving the air felt hot and the car kept turning off but I...
ACE AUTO SVC II
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Reviewed in December 2012
Gas oven was not working, with Thanksgiving coming up ... Found Expert Appliance on Angie's List, called them, and they sent someone over the next day. Problem was just a thermostat and the technician had one in his truck. Everything was easy, price was reasonable (sorry, don't remember what it...
Expert Appliance Services
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Reviewed in April 2011
The on-call contractor put in a service call and immediately I got a callback to schedule a service visit with an estimate. One day later, the Sunbelt technician showed up on time and performed a 4-hour service our unit and the outside hardware for both units, he spent more time even when he...
Sunbelt Air Conditioning
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Gas Logs questions, answered by experts

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.

Temporarily capping a gas line—for renovations or during travel—doesn’t require a permit. If you plan to remove a gas line and cap it completely, you’ll need to apply and pay for one through your town or city. Depending on your region and its local codes, you may pay between $25 and $100. To avoid a gas leak or other hazards, some cities take the job of permanently adjusting or capping a gas line out of the hands of homeowners. Instead, they require hiring a professional gas plumber.

DIY installation is not recommended due to the complexities of gas line work and venting; professional installation ensures safety and compliance.

You can and should vent the gas from your hot water heater to the outside of your home. Traditionally, these gases were vented back to other gas appliances, like stoves or furnaces, but many jurisdictions have outlawed this practice due to the risks it provides.

Most water heaters today use atmospheric venting that exhausts the gas out of the home through a pipe.

In some cases, conversion kits are available, but not all boilers are compatible. Conversion may require significant modifications and should only be performed by a qualified professional. Before making a decision, compare conversion costs to the cost of a complete replacement to determine the most cost-effective and reliable option for your home.

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