Serving Chicagoland Since 1993

Gas Line Repair in Joliet, IL

A gas smell in the basement, a hiss at an old fitting or a gas bill that jumped. We find the leak, repair it and pressure-test the line before we leave. Our plumbers are licensed for gas work and serve Joliet from our office on Ottawa Street.

J. Blanton plumber inspecting the gas meters and gas line connections in a basement
Smell Gas Right Now?

What to Do If You Smell Gas

Leave first, then call.

1. Everyone Outside

Leave the doors open behind you if it's on the way, and leave switches and appliances alone.

2. Nicor Gas or 911

Make the call from the sidewalk or a neighbor's house, not from inside.

3. We Handle the Repair

Once the utility gives the all-clear, we track down the leak and fix it.

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Know the Signs

Warning Signs of a Gas Line Problem

Watch for:

A Rotten Egg Smell

Even faint, it's worth checking.

A Hiss

Near a fitting, valve or appliance connector.

Brown Grass Over a Buried Line

Can point to an underground leak.

A Bill That Jumped

Usage didn't change, but the bill did.

Gas Leak Detection

Gas Leak Detection

Every repair starts with finding the leak. We pressure-test the system and use gas detection equipment from the meter to each appliance, including old valves and fittings in the basement that are easy to miss.

If you've noticed a faint smell or a higher bill but can't find the source, a leak check tells you what's going on. If the smell is strong, get out and call Nicor Gas or 911 from outside first.

Local Knowledge

Gas Line Problems in Joliet Homes

Joliet's oldest homes have the oldest gas piping in the area, and it shows.

Old Piping in Older Homes

Homes built before 1940 may have gas piping that's been added to and patched many times. Old fittings and valves corrode and leak slowly.

Old Appliance Connectors

Older flexible connectors behind ranges, dryers and water heaters crack with age. They're among the most common leaks we fix.

Repair or Replace the Run

A single bad fitting is a repair. Widespread corrosion means replacing the section. We'll explain both.

The J. Blanton Difference

Why Choose J. Blanton for Gas Line Repair?

Gas work has to be tested, not just tightened.

1. Licensed for Gas Work

Gas line work should be done by a licensed pro.

2. Flat Price Before Work

We find it, explain it, then price it.

3. Pressure-Tested

Every repair is tested before we leave.

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Customer Stories

Gas Line Repair Reviews

4.7 stars from 5,669+ Google reviews across all J. Blanton locations.

"Communication, information and installation went great. Price was very competitive. Shane explained everything extremely well and Alex installed hot water tank beautifully. Shortly after Alex left a gas leak from an old valve on the piping to the tank occurred and needed to be replaced, Alex came back same night and fixed it. This is a 5-Star company."

j smith
Verified Customer

"We had a new gas pipe installed that ws located to sevice our dryer in the basement on July 14th. The Technician was friendly and did a great job with the installation. He cleaned up after himself, and the pricing was competative."

Robert Markman
Verified Customer

"Andrew and Ty did a great job fixing and replacing some old natural gas pipe that had a recurring leak. Punctual, efficient, kept me informed, cleaned up well after. I highly recommend."

Matt Pipke
Verified Customer
Got Questions?

Gas Line Questions From Joliet Homeowners

Older piping has more fittings and more years of corrosion, so it's worth a check.

Not always, but homes built before 1940 often have gas piping that's been extended and patched over the decades, with more fittings that can corrode. If you smell gas now and then, or your home has never had its gas piping checked, a leak check is worth it.

Pressure testing and gas detection equipment, from the meter to each appliance.

We pressure-test the system and use gas detection equipment from the meter to each appliance. See gas leak detection.

No. Gas line work should be done by a licensed pro.

No. Gas line work should be done by a licensed pro. A fitting that looks tight can still leak, which is why every repair gets a pressure test.

We look first and give you a flat rate before any work.

It depends on what we find: one loose connector is a small job, a corroded run in an old basement is a bigger one. A licensed plumber looks at it in person and quotes a flat rate before any work, and that number holds.

Annual Protection Plan

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Most plumbing problems start small. The No Drip Club brings a J. Blanton plumber to your home for regular maintenance, so small issues get caught before they turn into big repairs.

  • Two Free Professional Maintenance Visits per Year
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What We Fix

Plumbing Services in Joliet

J. Blanton plumbers working a sewer lining machine connected to the cleanout at a residential sewer repair

Sewer Repair

Tree roots, cracked clay pipe and repeat backups in the line from your house to the street.

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Plumber feeding a drain cleaning cable into an outdoor drain pit to clear a clogged line

Drain Cleaning

Slow, gurgling or backed-up drains in kitchens, bathrooms and basements.

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J. Blanton plumber checking the controls at the base of a basement water heater

Water Heaters

Repair and replacement for tank and tankless water heaters that leak, make noise or run out of hot water too fast.

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J. Blanton plumber working on the wiring of a basement sump pump pit

Sump Pumps

Sump pump repair, replacement and battery backups to keep your basement dry through heavy rain.

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Interior wall with bubbling, cracked paint and water stains above the baseboard, a sign of a hidden leak behind the wall

Leak & Pipe Repair

Leaking pipes, drips under the sink and hidden leaks behind walls and ceilings.

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Toilets & Showers

Running toilets, worn-out shower valves and new fixture installs.

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Local Office, 24/7 Phone

Worried About Your Gas Lines?

Our Joliet office is at 311 N Ottawa St, Suite 2, and our phone line is open 24/7.

We also serve Crest Hill, Lockport, Rockdale, Romeoville, Plainfield, New Lenox, Manhattan and more.

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