What is likely happening
Utilities shut off or lock gas when they find a leak or an unsafe condition. Getting service back usually needs repairs by a licensed plumber, pressure testing, and in some places an inspection and sign-off before the utility restores gas.
What you can safely check
- Keep the paperwork or tag the utility left.
- Do not remove a utility lock.
What an inspector will look at
- Leak location and repair
- Pressure test
- Sign-off and utility coordination
Does this affect compliance?
Restoration steps are set by the utility and local building department.
When it becomes urgent
Urgent in cold weather or for buildings that need gas for heat or hot water.
We can help with this
Gas piping inspection is something Insparisk does nationwide. To see the local rules for your building, open this in the interactive Problem Solver.
Request gas piping inspectionTalk to an advisorGeneral guidance only, not a substitute for a licensed inspection or emergency services. For any gas odor, carbon monoxide alarm, fire, or trapped occupant, call 911 first.