🔥How to Tell If Your Gas Oven Has a Leak — and What to Do Immediately 🛑
Gas is great: it heats fast, cooks evenly, and doesn’t burn through your wallet. But it's not something to take lightly.
Even a small leak can turn into a big danger — and I’ve seen what that looks like up close.
Here’s how to spot the warning signs early — and what to do right now to keep yourself and your home safe.
1️⃣ The smell
That classic “gas smell” isn’t gas itself — it’s an additive so you can detect it. If you catch even a faint whiff near your oven or stove (especially when it’s off), take it seriously.
2️⃣ Hissing or a faint whistling sound
Leaks can make a subtle noise — usually from the knobs or connections. Don’t brush it off. It’s not “just an old oven making sounds,” it could be a very real leak.
3️⃣ Headaches, nausea, fatigue 🤕
We once did a check-up for a family who “always had headaches.” Turns out there was a slow, steady leak from their oven that went unnoticed for weeks — until they finally called for help.
4️⃣ What to do immediately if you suspect a leak:
✅ Shut off the gas valve
✅ Open windows and doors for ventilation
✅ Do not turn on lights or appliances
✅ Leave the house if the smell is strong
✅ Call a technician or emergency gas service
When in doubt — better safe than sorry. You can’t see a gas leak, but it can still be there.
At Appliance ProCare, we’ll find the issue fast, safely, and without the drama.
No pressure, no guesswork.
