What to do if you discover a gas leak
Do:
- Turn gas appliances off, if you still smell gas turn
the gas off at the meter.
- Ventilate the area by opening doors and windows.
- Leave electrical appliances as they are, don’t turn
them off
or on.
- Vacate the premises.
- Call 0800 2 FAULTS (0800 232 858).This
is the Mercury Energy Gas Faults line.
Don’t:
- Light a match, candle or cigarette.
- Turn electrical appliances or lights on or off.
- Use any phones including cellphones inside.
Ensure your gas appliances are checked annually by a registered
gasfitter.
For more safety tips, download the Living Safely with
Gas brochure.


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