Gas Line Repair and Installation in Whittier, CA
A faint gas smell near the stove. A new BBQ waiting to be hooked up. A fireplace that clicks but won't light. We check it, fix it and test it before we leave. We find and fix gas leaks, check homes for leaks, replace old connectors and rusty pipe, run new gas lines for BBQs, stoves, dryers, fireplaces and pool heaters, and install earthquake gas shutoff valves.
Emergency Steps
Smell Gas in Your Whittier Home? What to Do First
"I've got a gas leak." If you smell gas right now, follow these steps immediately.
- Get everyone out of the house.
- Don't flip switches, use the garage door opener or light anything.
- From outside, call SoCalGas at 1 (800) 427-2200, or 911 if anyone is in danger.
- Never turn the gas back on yourself.
Once SoCalGas makes your home safe, call us to find and fix the leak. See our emergency plumber page for more steps.
SoCalGas vs Homeowner
Who Repairs Which Gas Line?
| SoCalGas Maintains | You Maintain |
|---|---|
| Gas lines up to the meter | Gas lines after the meter |
| The meter itself | Lines from the meter to every appliance |
| — | Lines from a curbside meter to the house |
| — | Buried lines to a garage, BBQ or pool heater |
After a repair on your side, SoCalGas restores service and relights your pilots.
Leak Detection & Inspection
Gas Leak Detection and Inspection in Whittier
"I need kind of a report saying there's no gas leak in the house." Sometimes you don't smell anything. You just want to know your home is safe.
Gas Leak Inspection After SoCalGas Shuts Off Your Gas
If SoCalGas found a leak and turned off your gas, the repair is on your side of the meter. We find the leak, repair it and pressure test the line so service can be restored.
Gas Leak Checks for Home Buyers, Sellers and Landlords
Buying an older Whittier home or renting one out? We check the gas piping and connections and explain what we tested and what we found.
Rusty or Corroded Gas Pipe Inspection
Rust on a gas pipe outside or under the house is worth a look. SoCalGas recommends having customer owned lines inspected for corrosion. We check how deep the rust goes and replace pipe that isn't safe.
Gas Appliance Checks and Carbon Monoxide Safety
Many Whittier homes only have a gas furnace and water heater, but both can leak at their connections. Carbon monoxide has no smell, so California requires CO alarms in homes with gas appliances, fireplaces or attached garages.
What a Gas Leak Check Covers
- Gas lines from the meter to each appliance
- Appliance connectors and shutoff valves
- A pressure test on the gas system
- Visible piping in the garage, attic and crawlspace
Gas Line Repair
Gas Line Repair for Leaks, Rust and Damaged Pipe
Gas Leak Repair at Stoves, Dryers, Furnaces and Water Heaters
Most gas leaks happen at connections behind appliances. We tighten or replace the fitting, connector or valve, then test it.
Old Gas Appliance Connector Replacement
Older homes may still have stiff aluminum or copper connectors behind the stove or dryer. SoCalGas recommends replacing them with approved flexible connectors — and connectors should never run through walls or floors.
Underground Gas Line Repair and Replacement
Gas lines that run underground to a detached garage, BBQ or pool heater belong to you, not SoCalGas. When you call 811, these customer owned lines aren't marked. Dead grass in a strip or a hissing sound in the yard can point to a buried leak. We locate the line and repair or replace it.
Gas Shutoff Valve Replacement at Each Appliance
SoCalGas says every gas appliance should have its own shutoff valve. If yours is stuck, leaking or missing, we replace it.
Gas Leak or New Line Needed? Call Us Today.
Every line pressure tested. Upfront pricing before any work starts.
New Gas Lines
New Gas Line Installation in Whittier
"New gas line installation." Whether it's a BBQ hookup, a kitchen remodel or a pool heater, we run the line, size it right and test it before we leave.
BBQ, Outdoor Kitchen and Fire Pit Gas Lines
Just bought a natural gas BBQ? We run a line from your house to the grill, fire pit or outdoor kitchen and add a shutoff valve so you can use it safely.
Gas Stove, Range and Dryer Hookups
We hook up new gas stoves and dryers and run new lines when you switch from electric to gas.
Gas Fireplace and Insert Gas Line Repair
Fireplace won't turn on? We check whether gas is reaching it, test the valve and line, and repair the gas supply. We'll tell you what we find.
Pool and Spa Heater Gas Lines
Pool and spa heaters need a gas line sized for the heater. We run new lines and replace old buried ones.
Gas Lines for Remodels and Home Renovations
Fixing up a home you just bought? We move, add or cap gas lines for new kitchens, laundry rooms and additions.
Gas Line Upgrades for Tankless Water Heaters
Tankless units often need a bigger gas line than what's there. See water heater installation for the full picture.
Earthquake Safety
Earthquake Gas Shutoff Valve Installation in Whittier
Whittier remembers the 1987 Whittier Narrows earthquake. An earthquake gas shutoff valve closes automatically when strong shaking hits, which can stop gas from feeding a broken line. The Whittier Plumbing Pros team installs certified valves with the required city permit.
What You Need to Know Before Installing One
- SoCalGas won't install one — the valve must go on your house line
- Valves used in California must be certified by the state
- The City of Whittier lists a permit for earthquake shutoff valves
- Some insurance companies ask for one, so check your policy
Earthquake Valve vs Excess Flow Valve — What's the Difference?
An excess flow valve sits on the SoCalGas line before the meter and cuts gas flow if the line is damaged, like from digging. Only SoCalGas or its approved contractors install them, and SoCalGas says the cost can run $2,500 to $5,000 or more. It doesn't protect against earthquake damage — that's what an earthquake valve is for.
What to Do If Your Earthquake Gas Valve Closes
If you smell gas, leave and call SoCalGas. If you don't, SoCalGas recommends having a pro or SoCalGas reset the valve and check for leaks before relighting pilots. SoCalGas charges a fee if the valve closed for a reason other than an earthquake.
Permits & Testing
Gas Line Permits and Pressure Testing in Whittier
New gas lines and added gas outlets are permitted work in Whittier. After the work, the line is pressure tested to prove it holds without leaking, and the city inspects it. We test every gas line we work on before we leave.
Cost Guide
Gas Line Repair and Installation Cost in Whittier
"How much does it cost for your team to inspect a property for a gas leak?" Typical costs based on HomeAdvisor data.
| Gas Line Job | Typical Cost |
|---|---|
| Leak repair at a stove connection | $120 – $250 |
| Hidden leak in a wall or crawlspace | $270 – $760 |
| Buried gas line repair | $1,500 – $5,000 |
| New gas line (average) | About $598 |
| Gas stove hookup (20–30 ft run) | About $600 |
| BBQ or fire pit line | $20 – $25 per foot |
| Permit | $100 – $300 |
Cost depends on the length of the run, wall or yard access, the pipe used and the permit. Upfront pricing before any work starts.
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Why Whittier Calls Whittier Plumbing Pros for Gas Line Work
Every Gas Line Tested Before We Leave
We pressure test our work so you know the line is sealed before we pack up.
Upfront Pricing on Every Gas Job
You approve the price first. No surprises when the job is done.
Commercial Gas Line Repair for Whittier Businesses
We repair and install gas lines for offices, restaurants and shops, from leaking connections to new equipment hookups. See commercial plumbing.
Careful, Clean Work Inside Your Home
We protect your floors and clean up after every job. Hablamos español.
Where We Work
Gas Line Repair Near You in Whittier and Nearby Cities
We repair and install gas lines across Whittier, including Uptown, Friendly Hills, Whittier Hills, Whittwood, Los Nietos and East, South and West Whittier — ZIP codes 90601–90606, plus Santa Fe Springs, Pico Rivera and La Mirada.
Common Questions
Gas Line Repair FAQs for Whittier Homeowners
Need Gas Line Repair in Whittier?
Gas leak, new BBQ or a fireplace that won't light? Call Whittier Plumbing Pros today.
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