Disclaimer

General information only

This site does not replace a qualified plumber, electrician, gas professional, engineer, inspector, utility, or local authority. Conditions, equipment, and local requirements differ from home to home.

When to get help

For fuel odor, a carbon-monoxide alarm, active flooding, sewage backup, electrical hazards, structural damage, or an unsafe water-heater condition, stop using the affected system and contact emergency services, your utility, or a qualified professional.

Local requirements

Plumbing, fuel-gas, sewer, water-heater, and electrical work may be subject to local permits, inspections, and requirements. Check the rules that apply where the work is performed.