Gas Lines in Orange County

What should you do if you smell gas?

If you smell gas right now, leave the house first, then call your gas utility or 911 from outside. Once it's safe, Done-Rite Plumbing & Rooter can find and fix the problem.

Done-Rite Plumbing & Rooter repairs, replaces and installs gas lines across Orange County, and we're ready to help with gas line problems. Done-Rite offers 24/7 emergency service for gas line emergencies. With gas lines, safety comes first, and there's no room for guesswork or do-it-yourself repairs.

What are the signs of a gas line problem?

The main signs of a gas line problem are a rotten-egg smell, a hissing sound near a gas line, weak or yellow burner flames and a gas bill that jumps without more use.

• A rotten-egg or sulfur smell near appliances, meters or gas pipes.
• A hissing or whistling sound near a gas line.
• Burners with weak, uneven or yellow flames instead of steady blue ones.
• A gas bill that jumps without a change in how you use your appliances.
• Dead or discolored patches of plants above a buried gas line.
• An appliance that isn't getting enough fuel.

If you notice any of these signs, don't try to fix the problem yourself. If the smell is strong, leave the house and call for help from outside.

Why do gas lines wear out?

Gas lines wear out because black iron pipe can corrode, fittings can loosen and valves can fail. Pipes that run underground can also be stressed by shifting soil or nearby roots.

Even a small gas leak is a safety concern, and a leak can also show up as a gas bill that's higher than it should be. Our guide to gas line basics explains how a home's gas piping works.

How does Done-Rite repair a gas line?

Every Done-Rite gas line repair starts with a careful diagnosis using leak detection tools. The plumber finds the exact source, explains it, replaces the damaged section and pressure tests the line.

Whether the problem is a faulty valve, a corroded section of pipe or a damaged connection, we'll pinpoint it instead of guessing. Then our licensed plumbers explain what we found and walk you through the repair.

What happens during a gas line repair?

A gas line repair has four steps: finding the leak, replacing the damaged section, securing every connection and pressure testing the line before the gas is turned back on.

1. Finding the leak: We use specialized tools to locate the leak, even when the pipe is hidden behind a wall or underground.
2. Replacing the damaged section: We cut out the damaged piece of pipe and replace it with new material for a durable fix.
3. Securing connections: We tighten and seal every connection with the right fittings and sealants.
4. Pressure testing: Before the gas is turned back on, we pressure test the line to confirm it's sealed.

Catching a small leak early can mean a simple repair instead of a bigger job, or even a full Gas Line Installation & Replacement. Whether your gas line needs a quick repair or a full replacement, our Gas Line Repair & Service team works with homeowners across Orange County.

When does a home need a new gas line?

A home usually needs a new gas line when a new gas appliance is added or the existing pipe is badly corroded or keeps needing repair. New appliances often need a new or larger line to get enough fuel.

Adding a gas appliance or replacing old lines is a job for a licensed professional, not a weekend project. Common reasons homeowners need new gas lines include:

• Switching to a tankless water heater.
• Adding a gas range.
• Installing an outdoor fire pit.
• Hooking up a natural gas BBQ.
• Replacing a line that is badly corroded or has needed repair again and again.

How does Done-Rite install a gas line?

Done-Rite sizes the line to the appliances it feeds, pulls the permit when one is required, and picks the right material, usually black iron pipe or flexible CSST, for where the line runs.

1. Sizing the line: We add up how much gas each appliance uses (measured in BTUs) so the new line can deliver enough fuel without pressure drops.
2. Permits: We pull the permit when one is required.
3. Choosing materials: Based on where the line runs (indoors, outdoors or underground), we pick materials like black iron or CSST (corrugated stainless steel tubing).

Whether the job means trenching for an outdoor line, running new pipe through a wall or connecting to your main gas supply, we take each step with care. Our guide to whether you need a permit for a gas line explains when permits come into play.

Why does gas line sizing matter?

Gas line sizing matters because a line that is too small can leave an appliance underpowered and running poorly. A line that is poorly installed can create safety risks.

Getting the sizing and installation right from the start helps your new gas appliances run safely and efficiently for years. Explore our Gas Line Installation & Replacement services for homes across Orange County.

What can you expect when Done-Rite handles your gas line?

Done-Rite Plumbing & Rooter offers a 1-hour response and charges no trip charge. Done-Rite is licensed, bonded and insured, and labor carries a 1 year minimum warranty.

Our gas line service is built on clear communication and safety. After we inspect your gas lines and find the issue, we'll explain it in plain language and go over your options and the steps involved. We clean up when the job is done. As an independent, family-owned company, we treat every home with care.

Which related services connect to gas line work?

Gas line issues can connect to water heater repair, pipe repair and leak detection. A gas water heater problem, for example, can come from the gas supply or the unit itself.

• Water heater repair: If your gas water heater is acting up, our Water Heater Repair service can find out whether the cause is the gas supply or the unit.
• Pipe repair: Gas lines are a special kind of piping, and our pipe repair work covers leaks and damaged sections in your home's water lines too, including Burst Pipe Repair.
• Leak detection: If you suspect a leak but can't find where it's coming from, our Leak Detection service can help track it down so it can be repaired.

When is Done-Rite available for gas line service?

Done-Rite is open 6:00am to 7:00pm every day, with 24/7 emergency service. Call (714) 605-2950 or contact us to schedule your service or for emergency help.

Whether you're dealing with a suspected leak, an appliance that isn't working right or planning a new gas installation, a licensed plumber should handle the work.