Sometimes I smell natural gas near our fireplace logs. I seem to become very drowsy when in this room for an hour or more. I never burn the logs and I can't seem to tighten the shut-off valve anymore. Any suggestions?
2007-07-30 14:43:20 · 6 answers · asked by SwazooGuy 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Using a gas cooker oven with coal gas used to be a popular way of committing suicide in the UK. I understand it´s less so now that we use natural gas though whether this is due to to unpleasant smell or there are other reasons I don´t know. What is for certain is that gas is extremely dangerous and if you can´t fix this problem yourself then you should call in a gas fitter.One thing you could try is make a mixture of soap and water and wet any connections with this and if you see bubbles you know that there is a leak.
2007-07-30 15:08:44 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, a natural gas leak can not only make you drowsy, if you go to sleep from it you probably won't wake up. Get a gas company tech out there and have them check the area for leaks. They have a sniffer tool that will detect the smallest leak, then you can get it repaired by a qualified technician and be safe.
2007-07-30 21:50:59 · answer #2 · answered by Corky R 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Turn the gas off to the house and get a professional to check it out. I had 3 cousins to die years ago because of the same thing. I cannot stress how important it is not to take this lightly. ( not to mention the leak could suddenly get worse and cause an explosion.)
2007-07-30 21:50:03 · answer #3 · answered by srmm 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Call a profession repairman like Now! Yes gas will make you sleepy, it displaces the oxygen and you die of asphixia (lack of oxygen) This is not a DIY repair and should only be done by licensed professionals. Your life, your family's life and your home depend on you! Call the man!
2007-07-30 21:54:04 · answer #4 · answered by Bart S 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
call a plumber or the gas company after you get out of the house...NOW
2007-07-30 23:10:49 · answer #5 · answered by Library Eyes 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
your valve may have a crack in it Please donot try to light it and you should leave this house until the leak is fixed you are indanger of exploding the the house please leave for your safety the light switch can cause the house too explode please leave this house as soon as you can. like right now Please.
2007-07-31 00:54:36 · answer #6 · answered by william_bonner11 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋