Gas Line Services

Gas line services cover installing, repairing, and testing the pipes that carry natural gas to your appliances. That includes hookups for ranges, dryers, and water heaters, lines to BBQs, fire pits, and outdoor kitchens, and finding and fixing leaks. First Call Plumbing & Restoration does licensed gas work across the Inland Empire that is pressure tested and permitted for safety.

If you smell gas, leave the house right away and call your gas utility or 911 from outside. Don't light anything, flip light switches, or use anything that could make a spark. SoCalGas customers can report a leak 24/7 at 1-800-427-2200. Once the utility has made the area safe, a licensed plumber can find and repair the leak in your gas piping.

Yes, new gas piping generally requires a permit and inspection, including lines to an outdoor kitchen, BBQ, or fire pit. The inspection usually includes a pressure test to confirm the line holds without leaking. Gas work is a safety job, so hire a licensed plumber. We handle the permit, the install, and the pressure test.

You may need a larger gas line when you add a big gas appliance, like a tankless water heater or an outdoor kitchen. Gas lines are sized for the total amount of gas your appliances can use at once, plus the length of the pipe. Many whole-house gas tankless units are rated up to about 199,000 BTU per hour, which an old 1/2-inch line often can't supply. See our tankless guide.

A gas line pressure test checks that gas piping is sealed by pressurizing it and watching a gauge for any drop over a set time. A drop means there is a leak somewhere in the system. Pressure tests are commonly required for new gas lines and after repairs, before the gas is turned back on. We pressure test our gas work and provide certification.