Propane Safety

Safety Information

Propane has an odor added so you can detect leaks. Make sure everyone in your household knows the smell of propane.

Odor Fade

The odorant in propane can fade under certain conditions (i.e. leaching through soil). If you suspect a leak and don’t smell gas follow the same steps for a leak with an odor.

Gas Detectors

Gas detectors will detect gas with or without an odor. They are recommended for the elderly or those who have trouble smelling the gas odor due to illness or injury. For more info, please give us a call.

To check for propane

Propane is heavier than air, so it will collect at floor level. Carefully smell at floor level and in low spots. If you smell gas follow these instructions very carefully…

What if you smell gas

• Put out cigarettes and extinguish open flames.
• Do not operate any appliances, switches or thermostats.
• Get everyone outside and away from the gas equipment.
• If the gas smell is inside, call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s house.
• Stay outside and leave the gas off until the leak has been found and fixed.

Click here to read important Propane Safety Information for you and your family.