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That rotten egg smell disappears. The hissing sound stops. Your gas meter quits spinning like a slot machine, and your monthly bill drops back to normal.
More importantly, you stop wondering if tonight’s the night something terrible happens. Your family breathes easier—literally and figuratively. You can use your gas appliances without that knot in your stomach.
We find leaks other companies miss using electronic detection equipment, not just guesswork. Then we fix them right the first time, so you’re not dealing with the same problem six months from now.
CG Plumbing has been fixing gas leaks in Newcastle since 2012. We know which neighborhoods have the old galvanized lines that corrode in our soil. We know which streets got repiped in the 90s and which ones didn’t.
Our technicians hold California C-36 licensing specifically for gas line work—not every plumber can legally touch your gas system. Every employee passes background checks and drug tests because when we’re working on something that could explode, professionalism isn’t optional.
You’ll recognize our trucks around town. We’re not some big company from Sacramento—we’re your neighbors who happen to be really good at finding and fixing gas leaks.
We show up with electronic gas detectors, not just our noses. These tools pinpoint leaks within inches, whether they’re underground, inside walls, or around appliance connections. No more digging up half your yard to find the problem.
You get the real story about what’s wrong and an exact price before we touch anything. No “we’ll see what we find” pricing games. If it’s a $200 connection repair, you pay $200. If it needs an $800 pipe replacement, you know that upfront.
The actual repair uses quality materials designed for California gas systems. We pressure test everything when we’re done because “it seems fine” isn’t good enough when gas is involved. Your system either passes the test or we keep working until it does.
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Every gas leak repair in Newcastle includes professional leak detection using calibrated electronic equipment. We locate problems precisely—not approximately. You see exactly where the leak is and why it happened.
The repair comes with upfront pricing, quality materials that meet California gas codes, and complete pressure testing. We also handle coordination with PG&E to restore your gas service safely when needed.
Newcastle’s housing stock means we see a lot of corroded galvanized steel lines, especially in homes built before 1980. The soil conditions in our area accelerate corrosion, particularly around Placer County’s clay deposits. We stock the right replacement materials and know the most effective repair techniques for these common local issues.
The classic rotten egg smell is your first warning, but don’t count on it alone. Some people can’t smell it due to medical conditions, smoking, or just individual differences in smell sensitivity.
Listen for hissing, whistling, or roaring sounds near gas lines, appliances, or your meter. Outside, look for dead grass or plants in otherwise healthy areas, dirt or dust blowing from underground, or bubbles in standing water near gas lines.
If you suspect any gas leak, get everyone out immediately. Don’t flip switches, use phones inside, or start cars in attached garages. Call the gas company from outside, then call us. We’ll guide you through the safety steps while we’re on our way.
Minor repairs like tightening connections or replacing small sections typically run $150 to $650. Most Newcastle homeowners pay around $400 for common repairs like fixing a damaged fitting or sealing a joint.
Major repairs involving underground excavation or significant pipe replacement can range from $800 to $2,500, depending on depth, length, and accessibility. Full gas line replacement for a house averages $3,000 to $8,000 in our area.
We give you exact pricing before starting work—no estimates that double once we’re halfway done. Emergency calls may include an after-hours fee, but we’re upfront about all charges. You’ll know your total cost before we pick up a wrench.
No—it’s illegal and potentially deadly. California law requires licensed plumbers with gas line certification to work on natural gas systems. DIY gas repairs violate building codes and void your insurance coverage.
Gas leaks cause explosions that level houses and kill families. Even tiny mistakes in gas line work can have catastrophic consequences. The “rotten egg” smell you detect might be just the tip of the iceberg—gas can accumulate in spaces you can’t see or smell.
The few hundred dollars you might save isn’t worth risking your family’s lives or your home. Professional gas leak repair is the only legal, safe option. Period.
We aim for under one hour response time for gas leak emergencies in Newcastle. Gas leaks get priority over everything else—we’ll leave other jobs if necessary to respond to a dangerous situation.
Our trucks stay stocked with emergency repair materials, and we maintain coverage in Placer County specifically to serve local communities quickly. When you call with a gas leak, you’re talking to someone who can dispatch help immediately, not a call center in another state.
While we’re en route, we’ll walk you through immediate safety steps and help coordinate with PG&E if needed. Your emergency becomes our emergency until your home is safe again.
Yes, we use professional electronic gas detection equipment that locates leaks through walls, underground, and in other hidden areas. These tools are sensitive enough to detect gas concentrations far below dangerous levels, so we find problems before they become emergencies.
For underground leaks, we use specialized tracing equipment and pressure testing to map your gas lines and identify problem spots without unnecessary excavation. This saves your landscaping and reduces repair costs.
Wall leaks are actually easier to locate than underground ones, though they may require some drywall repair afterward. We can recommend trusted contractors for cosmetic repairs, or many homeowners handle the patching themselves since it’s just drywall work.
Aging galvanized steel gas lines are the biggest culprit in Newcastle, especially in homes built before 1980. Our area’s clay-heavy soil accelerates corrosion, and many original gas lines are reaching the end of their useful life.
Ground movement from settling, tree roots, or construction activity can crack or separate underground pipes. Inside homes, flexible connectors to appliances wear out, connections loosen over time, and shut-off valves develop leaks at their seals.
Earthquakes can shift or break gas lines anywhere in the system. That’s why California requires earthquake shut-off valves in many areas. Regular professional inspections catch most problems before they become dangerous, especially in older Newcastle homes where original gas lines may be overdue for replacement.
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