We have a landscaping business, and we store 2 lawn mowers in the basement underneath the house. Ever so often I notice a gas odor in our house. It seems to be coming through the air ducts when the heat pump comes on. It isn't real strong but it is noticible. I notice it more when we refuel our mowers, probably due to the workers spilling some gas on the outside of the mower. Is this a health hazzard?
2006-11-14 14:29:07 · 7 answers · asked by LadyA 2 in Health ➔ Other - Health
yes but of more immanent importance you have gas fumes circulating through your house this means that your HEATING unit is what is doing the circulation . so put the mowers outside now. gas burns best at about a 14[air] to 1[gas] ratio it will still ignite easily at a much leaner ratio so put the cans out as well and tomorrow purchase a small locking shed for your power equipment
2006-11-14 14:47:55 · answer #1 · answered by hobbabob 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not only a health hazard it's also a fire hazard. The continuous inhallation of gas fumes can lead to brain damage, blindness & seizures. An outdoor storage shed would be an inexpensive investment to protect your health & safety. Don't take unnecessary risks. There are enough in our everyday lives without knowingly adding more.
2006-11-14 22:42:39 · answer #2 · answered by Diablo 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is very much a Health Hazzard. Get the stuff out side. I hope you don't have any young ones in the house. But, it is not good to smell,inhale this stuff. And what if it got stronger through out the night while you are sleeping.? Take it out side.
2006-11-14 22:33:13 · answer #3 · answered by ruth4526 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its not only a health problem but its very dangerous storing gasoline in the basment even if it is in the lawn mower
2006-11-14 22:33:34 · answer #4 · answered by roy40372 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it can be, not only are the fumes from gasoline toxic - the fumes are flammable. Move the movers!
2006-11-14 22:33:45 · answer #5 · answered by chris 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say it is if you can smell it. Also it's not to safe if you have a fire.
2006-11-14 22:38:03 · answer #6 · answered by idontknow 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
it doesnt sound like its healthy
2006-11-14 22:33:09 · answer #7 · answered by lisa42088 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋