If an El Mirage home smells of gas, get out first and then call 911 and your gas utility using the emergency number on your bill. For leak repair, new appliance lines and connector replacement after the meter, call the number on this page to be connected with a local plumber in El Mirage.
El Mirage began in the early 1930s as a settlement of migrant farm workers on the west bank of the Agua Fria River, became a town in 1951 and a city in 1983. It keeps its farming roots while growing its industrial base, and gas piping in its homes can range from older iron lines to recent flexible tubing depending on when a house was built. The research behind this page didn't find an official page naming El Mirage's gas utility, and some homes here are all-electric. Your gas bill tells you which utility serves you and the number to call.
Permits go through the City of El Mirage Development Services, Building Safety, which says permits are needed for new construction and some repair work. Its page doesn't list gas or water heater cases one by one, so the plumber will confirm whether your job needs one.
What to do now
- Notice a gas smell? Walk out of the house and take everyone with you. Leave switches and appliances alone.
- Call from outside. Dial 911 and the emergency number on your gas bill.
- Keep clear until responders confirm the house is safe.
- Arrange the repair. Once the gas is off, a plumber can repair the piping on your side of the meter, test it and relight appliances.
- For a new appliance, jot down its model and gas input so the line can be sized.
Symptoms and what they usually point to
| Symptom | Likely cause |
|---|---|
| Smell near the laundry hookup | Dryer connector loosened when the dryer was moved |
| Water heater pilot won't hold | Thermocouple, draft or supply problem |
| Burners weak when the heater runs | Line undersized for the combined load |
| Rust on the meter riser or exterior pipe | Weathered coating on outdoor steel |
Cost factors
- Whether it is a single fitting or several worn joints
- Line length and route, including attic or trench sections
- Upsizing for a tankless heater or added appliance
- Permit and inspection where the city requires one
- Replacing old connectors and shutoff valves at the same time
Asking for the whole system to be tested during a repair costs little extra time and shows whether anything else needs attention.
Gas Line Services questions in El Mirage
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