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Yes, you need to have an earthquake gas shutoff valve installed in your home. In California, some municipalities legally require the installation of an emergency earthquake gas shutoff valve. However, it would be recommended to have a gas shutoff valve installed even if it weren’t a legal requirement.
The tremors from an earthquake can cause damage to your property’s gas line, resulting in a higher risk of a gas leak. Gas leaks not only put you and your family at risk but they also put your local neighborhood at risk.
An emergency earthquake gas shutoff valve works by automatically stopping the flow through the gas line. The valve will go into action when the ground shakes at a designated shut-off point, approximately 5.2 to 5.4 on the Richter Scale. Earthquakes are common in California, and small earthquakes don’t typically cause damage. However, more powerful earthquakes can cause damage to your gas line and plumbing, which is why your emergency earthquake gas shutoff valve is programmed to work at this magnitude.
Plumbing emergencies include anything that may be a safety concern and needs to be addressed Plumbing emergencies can be caused by a wide array of factors including earthquakes, wear and tear, sewer line clogs, and even blackouts. The good news is that, if you’re experiencing a plumbing emergency, the licensed and certified plumbing technicians of Anytime Rooter & Plumbing have you covered. Our team provides 24/7 plumbing emergency services so you never have to worry about going without help in the event of flooding or other emergencies.
quickly. This includes flooding due to sewer back-ups, burst pipes, failed sump pumps, or water shut-off valve failures.
If you’re experiencing a plumbing emergency, turn off your water as quickly as possible if you can. Once the water has been turned off, evacuate any people or pets from the area of the plumbing emergency. Contact your local plumbing emergency services at Anytime Rooter & Plumbing at (310)743-3915. Our plumbing technicians will arrive quickly and efficiently to inspect and solve the problem.
If you believe that you have a gas leak in your home, evacuate all pets and people from the premises immediately. Leave all doors and windows open to prevent creating an explosive concentration of gas in your home. Do not turn on any lights or make any phone calls from within the house as this may ignite the gas. Contact your utility company to report the gas leak and to have your gas turned off. A gas leak will need to be confirmed by a certified inspector such as our licensed and certified technicians at Anytime Rooter & Plumbing.
