Gas Leak?
Don't Wait. Call Now.
A gas leak is a life-safety emergency. Orlando Martinez is C36 licensed to locate, repair, and replace gas lines — and to install new lines for any appliance. Don't guess with gas.
Gas Lines Require a Licensed Professional — No Exceptions
Gas is the most dangerous utility in your home. Even a small leak is a fire hazard, a health risk, and a potential emergency. In California, all gas line work must be performed by a C36-licensed contractor.
Orlando holds a C36 license and has the tools to detect leaks accurately, pressure-test the full system, and repair or replace gas lines safely — from a single appliance connection to a full main line replacement. You get the work done correctly, to code, and backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Life-Safety First
We treat every gas call as a priority. Detection and pressure testing before any work begins — no guessing.
Repair or Replace
From a single leaking fitting to a full gas line replacement — we recommend only what the situation requires.
C36 Licensed
Gas line work legally requires a licensed contractor in California. Orlando is fully licensed, insured, and code-compliant.
Owner Does the Work
No subs. Orlando handles gas line work personally — this job is too important to delegate to anyone else.
6 Signs You May Have a Gas Line Problem
Gas leaks don't always announce themselves loudly. Know these signs — and act immediately if you notice them.
Rotten Egg or Sulfur Smell
Natural gas is odorless — but utilities add mercaptan to give it a distinct rotten egg smell. If you detect it, leave the property immediately and call 911 from outside.
Hissing Sound Near Gas Lines
A hissing or whistling sound near appliances, pipes, or the meter indicates pressurized gas escaping through a cracked fitting, failed joint, or corroded section.
Dead or Dying Yard Patches
An unexplained dead strip in your lawn — especially running from the house toward the meter — can indicate a buried gas line leak displacing oxygen in the soil.
Unexplained Gas Bill Spike
A sudden increase in your gas bill with no change in usage is a sign gas is escaping from the system before it reaches your appliances. Have the line pressure-tested.
Pilot Lights That Won't Stay Lit
Repeatedly extinguished pilots, weak or yellow burner flames, or appliances that won't ignite can signal insufficient gas pressure caused by a leak or supply line problem.
Dizziness, Nausea, or Headaches Indoors
Headaches, lightheadedness, nausea, or difficulty breathing — especially affecting multiple people in the home — can indicate gas or carbon monoxide buildup. Evacuate and call 911.
Noticing any of the above? Don't wait — call or request a pressure test now.
Gas Line Services We Provide
Every gas line job performed by Orlando himself — licensed, insured, and pressure-tested before we leave.
Gas Leak Detection
Using pressure decay testing and detection equipment, Orlando locates gas leaks accurately — confirming the exact failure point before any excavation or wall opening.
Gas Line Repair
For isolated fitting failures, cracked sections, or corroded joints — targeted repair that restores safe pressure and flow without replacing the entire line unnecessarily.
Gas Line Replacement
Aging galvanized or black iron pipe that's failing or undersized? A full line replacement with modern CSST or black iron materials ensures code compliance and long-term safety.
Appliance Gas Connections
New range, dryer, fireplace, generator, or outdoor grill? Orlando installs and pressure-tests all residential gas appliance connections to California code.
Pressure Testing
After any repair, replacement, or new installation, we pressure-test the entire system to confirm zero leaks before restoring gas service. No guessing — confirmed safe.
Full System Inspection
Not sure about the condition of your gas system? Orlando inspects the full supply line — meter connection, distribution lines, shutoffs, and appliance connectors — and reports honestly.
From Gas Problem to Safe & Tested — Here's How It Works
Four clear steps. No runaround, no cutting corners, no restoring service until it's confirmed safe.
Call Immediately
If you smell gas, leave the property first and call 911, then us. For non-emergency service, call or submit the form — Orlando responds personally.
Detection & Diagnosis
Orlando arrives with detection equipment and performs a pressure test to confirm and locate any gas leak — identifying exactly what failed and where.
Honest Quote
You receive a clear, itemized quote — repair or replacement options explained. No work starts until you approve. No hidden charges.
Safe, Tested & Certified
All gas work completed to California code and pressure-tested to confirm zero leaks. Gas service restored only after the system is fully verified safe.
You Get Orlando. Not a Crew You Didn't Hire.
Westside Plumbing is owner-operated. When you call about a gas line problem, Orlando answers. When it needs to be fixed, Orlando shows up — not a subcontractor, not an apprentice. Gas work is too critical to hand off.
C36 Licensed & Insured
California-certified for all gas line work
No Phone Quotes
Pricing only after on-site pressure test
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
We stand behind every repair and install
5% Repeat & Referral Discount
Loyalty and referrals are rewarded
Free Estimates (5-Mile Radius)
Free on-site visit within 5 miles of Modesto
Mon–Sat, 8AM–6PM
After-hours emergency calls available
Orlando Martinez
Owner & Licensed Plumber · C36 & C42
Common Questions About Gas Lines
Straight answers — no runaround.
Do not flip any switches, use your phone, or start appliances. Leave the property immediately, leaving doors open as you go. Call 911 from outside or a neighbor's home. Once you're safe, call us. Never try to locate or repair a gas leak yourself — even a small spark can ignite gas at the right concentration.
We use pressure decay testing — pressurizing the gas line and measuring for any drop over time. Even a slow leak will show up. We also use electronic gas detection equipment to pinpoint the exact failure point. This lets us identify the leak without unnecessary wall or yard opening, so we only excavate or access exactly where the problem is.
Yes — there is no such thing as a safe gas leak. Natural gas is highly flammable and can ignite from a single spark, pilot light, or light switch. It also displaces oxygen in enclosed spaces, creating a risk of asphyxiation over time. Small leaks also grow — fittings and joints under constant pressure will eventually fail further. Call us at the first sign of a problem.
Yes. Orlando installs new gas lines for ranges, dryers, water heaters, outdoor grills, fireplaces, generators, and whole-house additions. All new lines are properly sized for the appliance load and supply pressure, and pressure-tested to confirm zero leaks before connection. We also handle permitting where required.
Significant gas line work — including new line runs, extensions, and full replacements — typically requires a permit from the City of Modesto. Minor repairs to existing connections may not. Orlando assesses what's required for your specific job and handles the permitting process, ensuring all work is inspected and approved to California code.
Yes. Low gas pressure — from a partial blockage, undersized supply pipe, or a slow leak — can cause appliances to underperform: weak burner flames, pilots that won't hold, slow heating, or ignition failures. Orlando pressure-tests the full supply line from the meter in to isolate whether the issue is in the gas line or the appliance itself.
We Handle More Than Gas Lines
Every plumbing service performed by the same licensed owner — start to finish.
Water Heater
No hot water or a leaking tank? Orlando diagnoses and fixes water heater problems fast — repair or replacement, tank or tankless.
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Slow drains, sewage odors, or backups? Orlando uses camera inspection to find the problem fast and fix it right.
Learn MoreWater Line
Low pressure or a water bill that won't stop climbing? We find hidden leaks and restore your water supply the right way.
Learn MoreSuspect a Gas Leak? Don't Wait.
Gas problems are life-safety issues. Call Orlando directly — he'll diagnose the problem, pressure-test the system, and restore safe service.