How To Detect A Gas Leak In A House

There are many ways to detect a natural gas leak in a house, from a simple bubble test to high-end gas-sniffing devices costing hundreds of dollars. The people from TopTes (makers of an inexpensive gas leak detector) reached out to me on my BPV Facebook page and asked if I would consider featuring their product in one of my videos.
They were kind enough to send one over and I said if it stands up to the test, I'll be happy to post a video. My opinion when it comes to finding gas leaks in your home is to always call in your licensed professional or local utility. That being said, for the price point of this product and the fact that it does detect leaks quickly, you might consider keeping one handy in that misc. kitchen drawer
If you suspect a gas odor, you can turn it on, let the tool calibrate and at the very least find the source. Then you can call in your licensed professional or local utility to make a proper repair. This video is a basic overview of the PT199 and its capabilities. Use caution when dealing with any type of combustible gas leaks.
Regards & Happy Plumbing
Bob
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You are very welcome! Stay tuned new videos in the works, Bob.

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Great video again!! Thanks Bob. I need to get one.

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This is great useful information. Thank you Bob. Best to you.

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And you as well, thanks for checking out the video! Bob.

[@deadstiff6486]

I bought one around 5 months ago ! It works great

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Neat little tester

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I just ordered one for myself and one for my father in law. Can’t wait to test it out. Thanks for the tip and Merry Christmas to you.

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Happy holidays! Happy New Year!

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Got one on the way! I think I'll make a quick test video once it gets here. I just moved in to a new place, and I've been a bit paranoid about a faint gas smell around the furnace. We'll see if this is able to tell me anything!

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Hello Bob Thank you for taking the time to demonstrate the Top Tes gas leak detector . I watch all of your videos. Please continue to do D-I-Y products. Have a Merry Christmas & Happy New Year James

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Merry Christmas to you and yours🎄

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And I just ordered 2! thanks

[@bigd3104]

Nifty little inexpensive gadget. Back in the day, always used a lighter to test for natural gas leaks in NEW water heater and furnace installs. Small gas leaks just go "poof" in the flame. Doubt many of us left that used that method. Dishwashing liquid method is handy for A/C leak detecting too.

[@brandonwilson2624]

There’s a pretty famous plumber here in Houston who lost his arm using the lighter method

[@jcaleca60]

This is all well and good but in my opion being a electrician 37 years; this reminds me of a fuse V S a old fashion fuse . The fuse blows its a positive cut off . The soap bubbles 🍾 positively will work . Much left to fail. . I guess I am old school . Like the kiss rule, keep it simple stupid. But I guess this is more convenient. BUT I would use both methods. Just my opinion . Bob merry Christmas. 2022 to you and your family

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Thank you Sir, still alive and kickin! More to come!!

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Hey BOB ! MERRY CHRISTMAS ! I saw your video about that gas detector and I bought one. Hope it works better then my bubble spray. Thanks

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Merry Christmas 🎄

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I ordered one

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Thank You!

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I’m buying one for my brother he’s always gassing lol

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Bob question can type m copper be used for portable water in nyc?

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That is a negative! Type "L" most commonly used inside, type "K" underground.

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Bob what’s the tool you carry that’s $225 ?

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Inspector would have failed me for a gas line bushing and no drip leg

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Correct on the bushing, drip legs no longer approved in NYC.

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Hi Bob, can i send you a pic of a broken cast iron pipe end coming from a toilet that ties up to a pvc sewer line see if ot can be saved instead instead of replacing the toilet and a new plumbing. If ok please give me an email to send you the pic Thanks.

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send them to [e-mail]

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I bought one around 5 months ago ! It works great

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Great to hear!