Your residential HVAC system keeps your home warm during the coldest months of the year. The last concern you need is to deal with furnace problems, such as gas leaks, which put your health and safety at risk. Below, you’ll learn more about how to identify the symptoms of a leak.

4 Signs Your Heating System Is Leaking Gas

1. Unusual Noises

You should never hear more than a dull roar from your furnace. One of the most apparent signs of residential HVAC gas leaks is the sound of hissing around your home. When you notice this, contact a technician as soon as possible to prevent fires or explosions.

2. Unpleasant Odors 

Gas often has a sulfuric odor comparable to rotten eggs. If you notice unpleasant smells near your furnace or gas lines, hire a residential HVAC company to repair the leak, eliminate the odor, and keep you from becoming ill due to toxic fume exposure.

3. Health Issues

Gas leaks in the home often cause a variety of physical symptoms. Carbon monoxide is colorless and odorless, so you might not know you’ve been exposed to fumes until you experience headaches, fatigue, nausea, dizziness, or difficulty catching your breath. As soon as you start to feel ill in your home, vacate the premises, and call for help.

4. Dead Foliage

Gas lines are underground, typically at the edge of the property line. If you notice dead patches of grass in your lawn or landscaping, these may be the result of dangerous leaks. After spotting this, look for other signs such as a foul odor or a hissing noise like you would in the house.

If that your furnace has a gas leak, contact Moeller Furnace Co. This commercial and residential HVAC contractor provides installations, repairs, and inspections to Fort Dodge, Coalville, Badger, and Otho IA, clients. They provide high-quality customer service on all your HVAC needs. Call (515) 573-5831 to get a quote on furnace repairs, and visit the website to learn more about 24-hour emergency services.