Scheduling a gas leak detection is critical if you think there is even a remote possibility that there could be a gas leak in your home or business. Gas cannot be seen but this does not make it any less toxic or deadly. Since breathing gas can be harmful to your family and your pets, it is critical to determine if there is indeed a leak and then work to repair it immediately. We can help.
How to tell if there is a gas leak
It can be difficult to determine this without calling in a professional. However, there are certain symptoms that everyone should be aware of. They include:
- Feeling lightheaded, nauseous or dizzy. These symptoms can also be associated with being sick but if they go away after getting some fresh air, it could be a clear indication that there is a gas leak in the home. Go for a walk or breathing the fresh air and then re-evaluate whether the symptoms come back after returning to the indoors.
- Feeling worse in one particular area of the house. If being in a certain room or near a particular appliance makes you feel worse, it could be because of a gas leak. Be careful when experimenting with this one because you do not want to be exposed to the gas. However, if multiple people in the house are complaining of feeling unwell in a certain room of the house, this could be a sign of a slow or minor gas leak.
Things to watch for
There are also signs that a person can watch for inside of a home. These include:
- Musty smelling air
- Too much condensation on the windows
- Scorched areas around appliances
- Flames that are orange or yellow instead of blue
- Lights that keep going out
The importance of a gas leak detection
If there is a gas leak, it is possible for someone to suffer from carbon monoxide poisoning. This can lead to injuries and even death. We recommend that homeowners install carbon monoxide detectors on their property if they suspect there is a gas leak. If carbon monoxide fills the home, the alarm will go off and a homeowner can respond accordingly.
Steps to take
If it is believed that there is a gas leak on the property, go outside and immediately begin to breathe fresh air. Then, open up all the windows to ensure that fresh air is flowing through the home and give us a call. We can come out quickly to perform a gas leak detection, determine if there is one and then fix it. Fixing a gas leak is something that homeowners should not try to do on their own. It is highly dangerous and should only be handled by professionals. As one, we have extensive experience handling issues with gas and can ensure that the repair is completed safely and quickly.
Do not delay in receiving help for the safety of yourself and your family. Call today with any gas leak problems.
