Dependable Gas Line Service Across Birmingham, AL
A gas smell near the stove or a new range that needs hooking up can leave you unsure who to call. Gas lines carry real risk, so the work belongs with a plumber who handles it every day. Hemphill Services has served Birmingham and central Alabama since 1954.
Our team installs, repairs, and inspects gas lines for stoves, water heaters, dryers, fireplaces, and outdoor grills. We test connections, check for leaks, and make sure everything meets code before we leave. If you smell gas right now, get everyone outside and call your gas company or 911 first.
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Gas Line Work a Plumber Handles
Inspections, upgrades, and new gas line installation.A plumber handles the pipe that carries gas from your meter to each appliance. That covers everything from running a line for a new range to replacing aging pipe. If gas work is part of a project, it’s worth bringing in early.
Common reasons to call us for gas line work:
How Gas Line Work Gets Done Safely
Materials, permits, and what protects your home.Gas line work is one job where the details matter, and we treat it that way. We size every line for everything it feeds, so your range, water heater, and other appliances get the steady supply they need.
We also pull the permit and schedule the inspection, so the work is documented and signed off. That paperwork protects you if you ever file an insurance claim or sell the house.
And when a line runs outside to a grill, fire pit, or generator, we call 811 before we dig. That’s the free national service that has your buried utilities marked, so we can work around gas, water, and power lines without surprises.
What You Get With Hemphill
Seven decades of local service.
Gas Line Service FAQs
Answers to the questions we hear most about gas line safety, repairs, and new appliance hookups.
The most common sign of a gas leak is a rotten egg or sulfur smell near appliances or lines. You might also hear a faint hissing, notice a higher gas bill, or feel lightheaded indoors.
If you suspect a leak, leave the house right away, avoid switches and flames, and call your gas utility’s emergency line from outside. Once the area is safe, we can find and repair the source.
There’s no fixed schedule for gas line inspection, but having a plumber check your lines every few years is a smart habit. It’s especially worth doing in older homes or after a remodel. A check looks at connections, fittings, and pressure to catch small problems before they grow.
And if you’ve added appliances since the last look, an inspection confirms the existing line can still handle the load safely.
Yes, the gas supply to the work area is shut off before we open or modify a line. For a single appliance line, we can often isolate just that branch and leave the rest of your gas on. Once the work is done, we restore the supply, relight pilots where needed, and test for leaks before we leave. We’ll let you know upfront how long the gas will be off.
Most residential gas line installations take a few hours to a full day, depending on the run length and how easy the line is to reach. A short extension for a nearby appliance goes quickly. Running a new line across the house, or through finished walls, takes longer. After an initial look, your plumber can give you a clearer timeframe once they see the layout and the appliance you’re connecting.
Repair makes sense when the damage is limited to a section, such as a corroded fitting or a single cracked length of pipe. Replacement is the better call when a line is widely corroded, undersized for your appliances, or no longer up to code. We’ll inspect the line first and recommend a repair whenever it’s safe and practical, rather than pushing a full replacement you don’t need.
Whether you’re adding a gas appliance, need a line repaired, or want an existing setup inspected, our family-run team is here to help. We’ve served Birmingham and central Alabama since 1954, and we treat your home like our own. Reach out, and we’ll set up a visit that works for your schedule.