Well, be careful! This could be a gas leak, which is a dangerous situation. Health experts advise you to leave your home immediately if you do smell this sulfur-like, rotten egg smell—unless, of course, you do have rotten eggs hidden away somewhere out of sight.
There are other ways of detecting a gas leak besides the rotten egg smell.
One thing you might notice is if your house plants are withering away and dying. Like all living things, they need oxygen to survive. If a gas leak eats up the oxygen, they will die.
Another thing to take note of is a higher gas bill. You might not have any other indicator, so pay attention to any sudden changes in your monthly bill.
Then there is the possibility of a low hissing sound, which indicates that gas is escaping somewhere. It could be caused by a leaking valve or pipe corrosion. Gas lines have only a limited lifespan and need to be replaced before they wear out.
Or, is everyone in your family suffering from symptoms like dizziness, nausea, fatigue, and headaches? If so, you need to get out of the house and to the doctor.
Recognize any of these indicators in your home? If so, Paul the Plumber can inspect your home and make sure it’s a safe place for everyone living in it.