You should never attempt to fix a gas leak, but there are things you can do to be proactive and keep your family safe to prevent them from happening in the future. The best thing to do is a routine inspection of your gas lines. Check for signs of damage, corrosion, breakage, and warping. Listen for leaking or hissing noises, especially around appliances and in your basement. We can’t stress this enough, which is why we’ll repeat it: have an earthquake shutoff valve installed. You’ll want to get a carbon monoxide alarm if you don’t already have one. Either way, test it twice a year and change the batteries annually. Check your gas-burning appliances to make sure they aren’t warped or damaged. Check that the supply line connection is securely fastened with no gaps. This might sound like a lot of work, but we’d be happy to do it for you. Contact us immediately if you suspect a gas leak. If not, do your family a favor and schedule your in-home gas testing.