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Gas Leaks: How to Detect and Prevent a Leak

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More than 73 million  Americans use natural gas for commercial, industrial, and residential purposes. But unfortunately, gas leaks do occur and when they do, they can lead to disastrous consequences for both your health and property. In case you detect a leak, evacuate the premises immediately and contact the company’s emergency line. Here are some ways you can detect and prevent a gas leak. Symptoms of a Gas Leak Apart from rising gas bills due to gas escaping from appliances and lines, other signs include dead houseplants, smell of rotten eggs or sulfur, whistling sound near a gas line, bubbles in the water, and the appearance of white cloud or dust. Physical symptoms are numerous, some of which include: ·  Headaches ·  Feeling lightheaded ·  Difficulty in breathing ·  Fatigue and drowsiness ·  Dizziness ·  Eye and throat irritation ·  Nausea ·  Nosebleeds ·  Ringing in the ears ·  Pains in the chest. It is also important to mention the effects of c

Dangerous Signs of Damaged Sewerage Lines

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Sewerage lines have an average operating lifespan of around 25–35 years. Although the repairs are few and far in between, ignoring any signs of deterioration can result in expensive repair costs. Sewerage lines are also prone to sustaining damage due to factors such as tree root incursion, cracks, misaligned connections, clogging, etc. Extensive damage to either of your water and sewerage lines may result in disastrous consequences . In this article, we share a few signs of damaged sewerage lines so you can prevent the problem before it gets out of hand. Sewer Gas Smell Strong sewer odors are indicative of an opening or crack in your sewer lines. A sanity sewer is air-tight except for the vent sacks on the roof which enable the sewage to move downhill. If you happen to detect any smells that persist for a long period of time, call in licensed plumbers to resolve the issue.   Blockages and Backups A sewage backup is normally caused by a clog somewhere in the line