Emergency Gas Leak Repair in Lombard, IL
Emergency gas leak repair is urgent work to stop gas escaping from a pipe, fitting or appliance line. First leave the building and call 911. Then call LeakSecure and we connect you with a local plumber who can find the leak and repair it.
Smell gas right now?
- Leave the building now. Take everyone, pets included.
- Don’t touch light switches, lighters or phones inside.
- From outside, call 911 and your gas utility’s emergency line.
- Then call LeakSecure so a plumber can fix the leak.
When do you need emergency gas leak repair?
- A strong rotten-egg smell
- A hissing sound near a pipe or appliance
- Dizziness or headache that fades outdoors
What causes an emergency gas leak?
- A worn or cracked flexible connector behind a stove or dryer
- A loose fitting or corroded pipe
- A damaged valve that no longer seals
- A line hit during digging or home work
Whatever the cause, the plumber’s first job is to make the area safe.
What happens during the job?
The plumber makes the area safe, finds the leak with a detector, repairs or replaces the damaged part, then tests the line before gas is turned back on.
LeakSecure is a referral service. An independent local plumber does the work.
What affects the price?
Night and weekend calls, hard-to-reach pipe and the parts needed can change the price. Ask for the price before work starts.
What should I do while I wait for the plumber?
- Stay outside and keep others away from the building
- Don’t go back in to grab items or turn off appliances
- Stay away from sparks and flames, including smoking
- Give your address clearly when you call
Which areas do you serve?
We connect callers across Lombard and nearby towns.
What related services are there?
Emergency Gas Leak Repair: common questions
How fast can a plumber come?
Timing depends on the plumber’s location and workload. Tell us your address and we connect you with the closest available plumber.
Can I stay home during a gas leak?
No. Leave right away and wait outside until a trained person says the home is safe.
Who repairs the leak?
An independent local plumber does the work. LeakSecure only connects you.
Will the plumber turn my gas back on?
After the repair and test, the plumber can tell you when it is safe to restore gas. Some jobs also need the gas utility to restore service.
What should I tell LeakSecure when I call?
Give your address, what you smell or hear, and whether anyone feels sick. Say if the building is a home or a business.
Need help now? Call LeakSecure.
Call any time, day or night. If you smell gas, leave the building first.