Gas is a dangerous substance, and although we could not do without gas equipment such as boilers, gas fires and heaters in our homes, all gas appliances must be carefully maintained to prevent them from becoming dangerous. According to the Gas Safety Registry, 1 in 6 houses inspected by engineers contains unsafe gas appliances. Keeping up with the maintenance of your gas appliances is essential for the safety of your home and all people living there.

According to the Gas Safety Check Registry, 1 in 6 houses inspected by engineers contains unsafe gas appliances. Keeping up with the maintenance of your gas appliances is essential for the safety of your home and all people living there. If something goes wrong, the gas may escape from the equipment and cause fire, explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning. To prevent dangerous gas leaks, all gas appliances may only be installed, maintained and the gas safety verified by qualified and registered Gas Safe professionals.

The best tips for a gas-tight home

Although it is important for a professional trader to install and maintain your gas appliances, there are a number of controls that you can do yourself and the precautions you can take to make your home safe.

Know the warning signs of a problem.

You and everyone else in your house must be aware of the warning signs that there may be a problem with a Gas Safety Check appliance. Early identification of a problem can help prevent a disaster and can even save lives.

Keep ventilation free and not blocked

Ventilation for gas appliances can consist of chimney ducts and ventilation openings and stones. Black spots of soot on a device can be a sign that ventilation is blocked.

Mount a carbon monoxide detector correctly

Carbon monoxide is a very dangerous colorless and odorless gas, making it difficult to detect until it is too late without a carbon monoxide detector. All homes with gas appliances must have a detector that can be purchased in most DIY stores and can be purchased directly online. When choosing an alarm, ensure that it complies with European safety standards.

Where can you safely place your alarm?

Your carbon monoxide detector must be in the same room as the gas appliance and at least one meter away from it. The alarm must be placed at the top level and must not stand in the way of or close to a source of ventilation or condensation (such as a kettle).

What to do if you smell gas

The smell of gas in your home can be alarming and needs to be addressed immediately, so it’s important that everyone in your home knows what steps to take in the event of a potential gas leak. Taking immediate action can help prevent a potentially devastating situation.

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