Los Angeles County · Detection
Locate natural gas and propane leaks quickly for safety and code compliance.
When The Alvarez Family in Hollywood, Los Angeles called about higher than usual gas bills with no added usage, a technician got out the same week. Gas safety awareness runs higher in Los Angeles than in most California markets, largely because of the 2015 Aliso Canyon gas leak in the San Fernando Valley, one of the largest natural gas leaks in U.S. history, which is still a reference point for a lot of LA homeowners today. A problem that had been dragging on for months was pinpointed in under two hours.
— The Alvarez Family, Hollywood, Los Angeles
Gas safety awareness runs higher in Los Angeles than in most California markets, largely because of the 2015 Aliso Canyon gas leak in the San Fernando Valley, one of the largest natural gas leaks in U.S. history, which is still a reference point for a lot of LA homeowners today. Beyond that regional memory, many LA homes built before the 1970s still have original steel gas lines and older meter connections that are more prone to corrosion than modern equivalents. We treat every gas call in LA the same way regardless of neighborhood: leave the area, avoid anything that could spark, and let us confirm what electronic detection and pressure testing show before anyone goes back inside.
Gas service in Los Angeles is provided by SoCalGas, and any leak confirmed on the utility side of the meter gets reported and coordinated directly with them as part of the repair process.
Gas leaks are a safety priority, not a wait-and-see issue. Our technicians use electronic gas detection equipment and line pressure testing to trace leaks along buried and exposed gas lines, at meter connections, and at appliance shutoff valves. If you smell gas or hear a hiss near a gas line or appliance, treat it as an emergency: leave the area, avoid switches or open flame, and call your gas utility's emergency line before anything else.
We combine handheld electronic sniffers with pressure-decay testing on the line to confirm both the presence of a leak and its approximate location, then coordinate next steps with your utility or a licensed repair contractor.
A rotten-egg or sulfur smell near appliances, meters, or the yardA hissing sound near a gas line, meter, or appliance connectionDead or discolored patches of vegetation in an otherwise healthy lawnHigher than usual gas bills with no added usagePilot lights that won't stay litPhysical damage or corrosion visible on exposed gas pipingFrom Downtown LA, Hollywood, Silver Lake to Van Nuys, Woodland Hills, West LA, we handle gas leak detection calls across Los Angeles, matching the approach to each property's age, soil, and layout.
Call or request an appointment online. Same-day slots are available across California for active leaks.
A technician arrives with acoustic listening equipment, thermal imaging, and pressure or camera tools matched to your specific leak type.
The leak's exact location is marked and explained to you in plain terms, so nothing gets opened up on a guess.
You receive a written diagnostic report you can hand to your plumber, restoration team, or insurance company, with repair or fix options discussed on the spot.
“The floor in our hallway had a warm spot for weeks. They found the slab leak in under an hour with the listening equipment and marked a tiny area instead of tearing up the whole hallway. Huge relief.”
“Our water bill jumped for two months straight and we couldn't find why. Turned out it was a slow leak behind the water heater. Professional, on time, and explained everything on the spot.”
“Called about a gas smell near our meter and they were incredibly clear about safety steps over the phone before even arriving. Found the leak point and coordinated next steps with the utility.”
“Salt air had corroded a fitting outside near the meter box. They traced it with the acoustic equipment without digging up my whole side yard first. Appreciated the straightforward report.”
“Good experience overall, technician was knowledgeable and thorough. Took a little longer than expected but they were clearly being careful about pinpointing the exact spot before marking it.”
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