Before carrying out any excavation for plumbing repairs, your licensed plumber should do a “Dial before you Dig” check on your property and surrounds.
This process shows where gas, water, sewer, stormwater, telecom and electric services owned by all utilities are located.
Although this is an extreme case
Check out what could happen if you don’t know what lies beneath
This massive explosion occurred in the USA during September 2008. Although it was caused by pipe corrosion and not by a farmer digging as several emails have suggested, the extreme destruction seen in the photographs above shows the extensive damage that can be caused by an exploding gas pipe, and how obvious it is that this should be avoided at all costs.
If not sure about the condition of your gas pipes, call a licensed plumber, and remember to always dial before you dig!
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