Gas Leak Detection & Locating in Lombard, IL
Gas leak detection finds the exact spot where gas is escaping, even when the leak is small or hidden. Plumbers use electronic detectors, soapy water tests and pressure checks. Call LeakSecure and we connect you with a plumber who can locate the leak before it gets worse.
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 gas leak detection & locating?
- A faint gas smell that comes and goes
- A gas bill that rises with no change in use
- Dead grass or bubbles over a buried line
How do plumbers find a hidden gas leak?
- Electronic detector: senses small amounts of gas near pipes and appliances
- Soap solution: bubbles form where gas escapes from a fitting
- Pressure test: a drop on the gauge shows a leak somewhere on the line
- Visual check: rust, damage and loose parts on exposed pipe
Using more than one method gives the plumber a clear answer.
What happens during the job?
The plumber checks appliances, fittings and visible pipe with a gas detector, tests joints with a soap solution, and runs a pressure test to confirm where gas is lost.
LeakSecure is a referral service. An independent local plumber does the work.
What affects the price?
The number of appliances and amount of pipe to check, and how hard the pipe is to reach, set the price.
How can I prepare for a leak check?
- Note when and where you smell gas
- Clear space around appliances and the meter
- List any recent work, digging or new appliances
- Keep pets and children away from the area
Which areas do you serve?
We connect callers across Lombard and nearby towns.
What related services are there?
Gas Leak Detection & Locating: common questions
Can a leak be found without digging?
Often yes. Detectors and pressure tests can narrow down the spot first, so digging is limited to where it is needed.
Is a home gas detector enough?
A home detector can warn you, but a plumber’s tools and tests confirm the exact location.
What if the smell is gone?
Call anyway. A faint or passing smell can still mean a leak.
How long does leak detection take?
A simple check can be fast. Tracing a hidden leak on a long line takes longer.
Can leak detection find leaks outside?
Yes. Plumbers test exposed outdoor pipe and can trace buried lines with a pressure test and a detector.
Need help now? Call LeakSecure.
Call any time, day or night. If you smell gas, leave the building first.