Propane Safety

Reliance Propane & Fuel Oil

Propane Safety You Can Count On

At Reliance Propane & Fuel Oil, proudly serving Northwest Ohio and surrounding areas, your safety is our top priority. As a local, family-owned business with over 85 years of experience, we deliver reliable, on-time service, expert support with built-in safety checks, and fast, friendly care with a personal touch.


Signs to pay attention to:


Propane typically smells like rotten eggs, a skunk’s spray, or a dead animal. However, some people may have difficulty detecting the odor due to age, medical conditions, or the effects of medication, alcohol, tobacco, or drugs.


On rare occasions, propane can lose its odor. Causes may include:


  • The presence of air, water, or rust in a propane tank or cylinder
  • The passage of leaking propane through the soil


Because odor loss is possible, always respond immediately, even to a faint smell of gas.


Here's what to do if you smell gas:

  1. No Flames or Sparks: Immediately put out all smoking materials and other open flames. Do not operate lights, appliances, telephones, or cell phones. Flames or sparks from these sources can trigger an explosion or a fire.
  2. Leave the Area Immediately: Get everyone out of the building or area where you suspect gas is leaking.
  3. Shut Off the Gas: Turn off the main gas supply valve on your propane tank if it is safe to do so. To close the valve, turn it to the right (clockwise).
  4. Report the Leak: From a neighbor’s home or nearby building away from the gas leak, call your propane retailer right away. If you can’t reach your propane retailer, call 911 or your local fire department.
  5. Do Not Return Until Safe: Stay way from the building or area until your propane retailer, emergency responder, or qualified service technician determines that it is safe to do so.
  6. Get Your System Checked: Before you attempt to use any of your propane appliances, your propane retailer or a qualified service technician must check your entire system to ensure that it is leak-free.


With Reliance Propane & Fuel Oil, you can feel confident knowing your safety is backed by decades of experience, a strong commitment to our community, and dependable service you can trust. Contact us today for more safety information, service, or emergency assistance.