Orange County Earthquake Gas Shut Off Valve Installation
Put in an earthquake gas shutoff valve to keep your home safe from fires and explosions. You might also be able to save money on your insurance. We handle every part of the installation from Newport Beach to Fullerton, CA. This gives your home and family extra protection from earthquakes.
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Why Choose Liquid Plumbing?
✅ We are fully licensed, bonded and insured and a family-owned plumbing company in Anaheim that has been serving Orange County since 1976.
✅ We have years of experience installing seismic gas shutoff valves for hundreds of homeowners from leading brands like Little Firefighter (also known as Watts at stores like Home Depot) and Pacific Seismic Products (PSP).
✅ We provide a clear, fair upfront price before any work begins. Call us for a free quote on installation.
✅ We’ll assess your gas line, install a code-compliant earthquake shutoff valve, leak test it, and show you how to reset it in case it’s ever activated.
What is an Earthquake Gas Shut Off Valve?
Emergency earthquake gas shut off valves, also known as a seismic valve or automatic natural gas shutoff valves, are safety devices that automatically stop the flow of gas during significant seismic activity to prevent gas leaks. By shutting off gas immediately when shaking starts, it stops gas from flowing into potentially ruptured pipes inside your home. Post-earthquake fires and explosions often start from gas leaks igniting.
Benefits of a Earthquake Gas Shut Off Valve
- Prevents Gas Leaks, Fires and Explosions – Most homeowners don’t know the location of the natural gas meter. With this device the gas is shutoff thereby reducing the chances that a gas leak could ignite whether you’re at home, vacation or enjoying a day Disneyland.
- Enhances Safety – Potentially saves lives and saves money expensive repair costs.
- Peace of Mind — Sleep soundly knowing that whether you’re at home or away that you’re protected.
- Potential Insurance Discounts — Many insurers offer lower premiums for homes with these valves, and some require them for coverage.
- No Earthquake Coverage – This device is a low-cost level of safety for anyone who can’t afford or qualify for earthquake coverage.
Orange County Earthquake Valve Requirements
Orange County and OC cities such as Villa Park, Irvine, and Huntington Beach, CA do not require these valves for existing homes. Some local communities, insurers or HOA may require earthquake valve installation. Orange County follows California building codes which means they are only required for new construction or significant remodels.
There are a lot of active fault lines in Orange County. Some of them are the Newport-Inglewood-Rose Canyon Fault (which runs right under cities like Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach, and Fountain Valley, CA), the Whittier Fault (which is near Yorba Linda and Brea, CA), and the Elsinore Fault zone (which affects Lake Forest, Rancho Mission Viejo, and Laguna Hills, CA). So, even though Orange County doesn’t require earthquake gas shut-off valves for homes that are already built, you should think about getting them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who installs earthquake shutoff valves?
Licensed plumbers are strongly recommended for installation by SoCal Gas because it involves working with hazardous natural gas lines, could cause leaks and violate regulations. SoCal does not install valves but they will do a free safety check to ensure the installation was done properly.
Who handles gas lines?
In California, licensed plumbers are the primary professionals who handle gas lines for installations, repairs and maintenance.
Where are automatic gas shut-off valves installed?
Seismic shutoff valves are installed on the homeowner’s side of the gas meter.
Do earthquake gas shut off valves detect fire?
No, they do not sense heat, flames, smoke, or actual fire but they do shutoff the gas when there is seismic activity thus preventing potential fires or explosions from broken gas pipes.
Add even more protection to your home by installing an automatic water shutoff valve also known as a smart leak detector.
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