When you hear that Empire Plumbing is a “licensed master plumber,” you likely envision sinks, showers, and other more common plumbing services.
You probably are NOT thinking about your gas pipes. That is because most people do not think about their gas pipes, nor do they realize that gas pipes are a form of plumbing like any other.
But you do need to make sure that you’re looking into your gas pipes – regularly, if you can.
Why is Reviewing Your Gas Pipes So Important?
Recently, we were featured in an article on Redfin’s blog about how important it is to inspect your gas lines regularly. Some of the main tips include:
- Look for Corrosion and Rust – Corrosion and rust are the first things to occur before there are more significant problems. Often you can see signs of corrosion long before you see the decay that leads to more dangerous issues.
- Check for Nearby Water Damage – Water damage comes even earlier – before corrosion and rust – and in this case it’s not just water damage on the pipes you are looking for, it’s also water damage nearby that might indicate that water is leaking somewhere that can get on the pipes.
- Bends or Bumps – Your gas piping should be flawless. The pipes are often thinner and smaller and designed to experience less or no damage, which means visually they should look almost like they’ve been untouched. If you see bumps or bends of any kind, something may have come into contact with the pipes, and this should be reviewed.
Also, it’s not just your gas pipes you need to review. It’s also what is *around* your gas pipes. Have you put any heavy items near your gas pipes? Are there any leaks nearby that could lead to moisture? These are all things that need to be addressed before they become a problem, as any blunt force at all may become a much bigger issue very quickly.
Get Professional Gas Inspections from Empire Plumbing Today
Empire Plumbing provides Local Law 152 inspections (gas line inspections for multifamily properties), gas pipe replacement, installation, and more. We’re here to be the professionals that can help you with your gas lines and make sure that your system is working properly. Even with inspections, there may be issues that you miss, and that’s why it’s so important to make sure that you call for professional inspections whenever possible.
But of course, in between inspections, it starts with you. Take a look at your gas lines when you can. See if there is any signs of a problem, and – if you see anything, even if it’s small – schedule your inspection with Empire Plumbing in New York City. Call us to get started.