Gas Stove left On?

My Gas Stove was left on all night!!! What should I do? Please Keep calm read below.

gas stove left on
Gas stove left on? What should I do?

Gas stove or range left on ?  If you have left the gas stove on without a flame for more than 20 minutes please follow these steps. After you have solved the immediate problem, please check out the best safety solution to prevent leaving your gas stove on by accident. Inexpensive, easy to use, quick to install and best of all you will be at ease knowing BurnerAlert Stove Sensor will be your reminder. See how this stove alert can help you to never forget your gas stove was on. To Learn more click here: BurnerAlert FAQ’s

  1. Avoid flames, sparks, electricity.

    If you have left the gas stove on, avoid anything that creates a flame. Don’t turn any lights or appliances on or off, either.

  2. Turn off stove burner that was left on.

    Usually, this is as simple as turning a knob on the stove. When you do this, be careful not to accidentally light a burner.

  3. Open windows and doors.

    Ventilate your home, open doors and windows allow maximum fresh air into your home.

  4. Call your plumber or local fire department.

    You should call your plumber or fire department to be sure that the gas you smell is not a leak in your gas piping system.

Hat Tip to Brightnest: Our article was in part inspired from an article at Brightnest.


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