When the natural gas line from the street to your business is damaged, it can leak. Whether the leak is caused by weather, age, or an accident, the leak poses a danger to landscaping and your business. And it is up to you—not your natural gas service provider—to fix it.
Gas line leaks can damage landscaping. They dry out the earth, take oxygen out of the soil, and suffocate plants by killing off the roots. This affects trees, grass, and flowers–all the greenery around your business. And these problems become worse over time: aging or damaged natural gas pipelines develop tiny leaks that eventually enlarge and let more gas escape into the ground and air.
Gas line leaks also endanger your business and employees. Periodically we hear of gas explosions caused by leaking gas coming into contact with something that ignites it. Whenever the gas line to your business is damaged, a foul rotten egg smell can warn you of danger.
So, if you are walking in or out of your building and notice that familiar rotten egg smell close to your business, ensure everyone leaves and goes to a safe place. Then contact Paul the Plumber for assistance in finding and repairing that dangerous gas leak.