Safety
Gas appliances? Check the ventilation
A faulty gas appliance or poor ventilation can cause carbon monoxide to accumulate, leading to life-threatening poisoning.
What to check and whom to ask
Data behind this check
- Building record data: Gas supply — YesGas is supplied to the building. Check whether this particular apartment has gas appliances.
What to check
Does the apartment have gas appliances? When did a technician last check them, the ventilation and any required flue?
Whom to ask: Gas service or qualified gas appliance technician
Sources and explanations
- Appliances that can cause carbon monoxide poisoningRecommendations on gas appliances and ventilation ducts. Gas supply to the building does not mean every apartment has gas appliances. Their presence and condition must be checked separately.