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Gas odors, suspected leaks and fuel-gas emergencies. If a leak is suspected, leave the area and contact the appropriate utility or emergency service from a safe location. Do not use DIY repair, an improvised test or a silent detector as clearance to…
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just dealt with a gas leak scare - anyone else used those home detectors?
Had a bit of a scare last night, thought I smelled gas and freaked out. Luckily, I'd bought one of those gas leak detector gadgets online. It beeped…
Gas smell mystery - am I being paranoid or should I worry?
How should you respond to a faint gas smell when there’s no hissing or other obvious sign? The safe first step is to leave and call the gas…
Gas Leak Panic: Printed Instructions vs. Phone App?
Okay, so last night my neighbor had a gas leak scare and it got me thinking...I realized we don't really have anything ready at our place. Was thinking…
What should a homeowner’s gas-line maintenance checklist cover?
What belongs on a sensible gas-line maintenance checklist for a homeowner? It would be useful to know what to record for a qualified gas technician, such as visible…
What should a household gas-safety plan cover?
What should a household’s gas-safety plan cover besides buying an alarm? Fuel-gas leaks and carbon monoxide are different hazards, so it matters what a detector is actually designed…
flexible gas pipe vs traditional black iron pipe - your thoughts?
For a planned gas-line installation, what factors decide between black iron and a listed flexible system? It would help to compare the exact type of flexible product, the…
DOES ANYONE ACTUALLY KNOW WHAT TO DO IF THERE'S A GAS LEAK?
Had a bit of a scare yesterday - thought I smelled gas in the kitchen, and honestly, I realized I had no clue what to do. I mean,…
