Smell of gas at home?
Safety first: close the main gas valve, don't switch any light or appliance on or off, no flames or lighters, open doors and windows, leave and call your gas company's emergency helpline (SNGPL/SSGC: 1199). Once it is safe, a checked gas mistri finds and fixes the leak.
Leak test and small fixes. Pipe and part changes extra (approx).
- Close the main valve and call 1199 first
- Soap-water test on joints and valves
- Leaking joints and rubber pipes replaced
- Re-tested after the repair
Smell of gas at home?
I smell gas. What should I do right now?
Close the main gas valve. Don't switch lights, fans or appliances on or off. No flames, lighters or matches. Open doors and windows, get everyone out and call your gas company's emergency helpline (SNGPL/SSGC: 1199). Call a mistri only after that.
Can I find a leak with a match or lighter?
Never. That can cause a fire or blast. Leaks are found with soapy water: bubbles show where gas is escaping.
Gas leakage check kitne ka hai?
A leak check with small fixes is about Rs 1,500; new pipes or parts are quoted first. Prices are approximate.