• peopleproblems@lemmy.world
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    16 days ago

    Paywall, but I rent a place with a gas stove I don’t use. I had to take the place because of timing, and I’ve always wondered, even if I don’t use it, is there still a risk of it?

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      16 days ago

      If you never use it, it should be fine. You could always try to find the gas line that goes to the stove and turn it off there - it should have a valve on it.

      There’s always a risk of a gas leak, even if you don’t use an appliance, but you’d (hopefully) smell it before it becomes a major issue. If you ever think you smell a gas leak, immediately call your gas company. They should have a 24/7 emergency number.