Gas Leak Worries
Posted: Tue Mar 06, 2007 10:20 pm
Today I installed a new/used gas range in my mobile home. The old one was ancient and no longer working. I removed it, only to discover a badly kinked and corroded flexible gas line.
I went and purchased a new rubber coated flexible gas line and installed it exactly according to the instructions using thread sealant. I used a soapy solution that came with the thread sealant to check for leaks on my connections, and was sure to use a light and mirror for a good view. I didn't smell any gas 1 hour later. I then turned off all my gas appliances(furnace, water heater pilot, etc) and recorded the gas meter. I checked it again after I got home from work 5 hours later to find it unchanged.
So am I good to go, or am I missing anything?
It kinda scares me to do this by myself, but I don't have the money to pay for a plumber to check it electronically. I also called the gas company to see if they do free house-calls to check for safety, but they don't unless you smell gas or have a more definite reason for concern.
On a similar note, if I wanted to purchase my own electronic "gas sniffer", which brands are the good reliable ones?
Thanks. This is a great site that has saved me many times.
I went and purchased a new rubber coated flexible gas line and installed it exactly according to the instructions using thread sealant. I used a soapy solution that came with the thread sealant to check for leaks on my connections, and was sure to use a light and mirror for a good view. I didn't smell any gas 1 hour later. I then turned off all my gas appliances(furnace, water heater pilot, etc) and recorded the gas meter. I checked it again after I got home from work 5 hours later to find it unchanged.
So am I good to go, or am I missing anything?
It kinda scares me to do this by myself, but I don't have the money to pay for a plumber to check it electronically. I also called the gas company to see if they do free house-calls to check for safety, but they don't unless you smell gas or have a more definite reason for concern.
On a similar note, if I wanted to purchase my own electronic "gas sniffer", which brands are the good reliable ones?
Thanks. This is a great site that has saved me many times.