Unsurprisingly, your cooking appliances are some of the most overused appliances in your home during the holidays. If you are using a gas-powered cooking appliance, knowing how to prevent gas explosions during holidays is important.
Believe it or not, gas explosions, especially during the holidays, are more common than you think. With thousands of homes preparing for their holiday celebration, you never know who might be experiencing a gas leak.
So what can homeowners do to prevent a gas explosion? First, you need to know the signs of a gas leak.
- You hear a hissing sound. When you turn on the gas valve, your gas line is pressurized to force the gas out of your burner. In case of a gas leak, you often hear a distinct hissing sound from pressurized gas escaping from a tiny hole.
- You smell rotten eggs. Natural gas is normally odorless. Manufacturers mix components in your gas supply so that you will know if you have a gas leak. The rotten egg smell warns that unignited gas is building up inside your home.
- You don’t have enough gas supply. If you turn on your cooktop and the flame seems low, you might be dealing with a gas leak. Instead of flowing through your burner to heat your meal, the gas escapes through a leak, allowing only a small amount of gas to reach your burner. Before calling Kenmore wall oven repair or stove service, check if your cooking appliances receive enough gas supply.
Preventing A Gas Explosion
Kenmore Best Appliance Repair Pro knows it is not enough to know if you have a gas leak. What is more important is knowing what to do in case of one. According to our appliance experts, here’s what you should do during a gas leak to prevent an explosion.
Check your stove
Ensure that your stove and other cooking appliances are turned off. Do not attempt to turn your stove on to check if it has gas. The igniter can cause the buildup of gas in your home to catch fire and explode.
Keep the lights off
Whether decorative Christmas lights or your regular house light, keep them off. The slightest spark from your light can ignite the gas inside your home. Instead, crawl and feel your way around your house until you reach the exit.
Shut off the main gas valve
Prevent the continuous buildup of gas by cutting off the leak from the supply. Securely turn off the gas valve if you can safely reach it.
Open the doors and windows
Do not allow gas to collect inside your house. Give it a way to escape by opening the doors and windows. Gas is less likely to cause an explosion when it escapes outside as it dissipates into the vast space.
Do not start the car or use a landline
Starting your car can trigger an explosion. Cars have an ignition switch that uses a spark to ignite fuel. If you start the car when you smell gas, the ignition will likely cause the gas to explode. The same can be said with using your landline. Static electricity can cause an explosion.
Get a professional to inspect your gas line
Even before a gas leak occurs, call a professional plumber to inspect your gas lines. Ensure your gas line is in good working condition before you use it heavily during the holidays. You can also ask the professional plumber for recommendations on how to prevent gas explosions during holidays.
Call Kenmore Best Appliance Repair Pro
Aside from calling a plumber to check your gas line, you should also call our appliance experts to ensure your gas-powered cooking appliances are in good working condition. A small problem might seem insignificant at first, but over time, it can easily become a major issue that poses a safety risk.
With our licensed appliance technicians guaranteeing the safety of your cooking appliances, you can rest well knowing you are in good and capable hands. Our licensed professionals are fully licensed to service Kenmore appliances, providing cooking appliance repairs, including Kenmore range repair. Backed by years of experience, you can count on our experts anytime.
You can contact us through our repair hotline and avail of our same-day emergency repair services, or you can use our contact form to set up a callback at your preferred time. You can choose an appointment with us according to your most convenient time.