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Safety in the Home  Gas Central Heating and Boilers We have a maintenance contract in place which covers gas central heating and boilers. This includes an annual service and any repairs that are required. It is important that you allow us access to your home for the annual servicing of your gas boiler. We will try to be as flexible as possible in arranging the servicing to be done at a time that will be convenient to you. Please note, however, that we have a legal obligation to carry out an annual gas service and, if necessary, we will take legal action to gain access to undertake this work. If you require any gas central heating or boiler repairs, please contact the office. Gas Leaks If you smell gas: 1. Telephone Transco on the Emergency number – 0800 111 999 2. Put out any cigarettes and do not light matches 3. Do not use electricity switches or mobile phones (in case of sparks) 4. Switch off all gas appliances 5. Open windows/doors 6. Turn off the pilot light and the main gas supply 7. If you live in a flat with a secure door entry system, open the door into the common close Find out now where the mains gas tap is in your home. It is usually near the meter. Electricity If all the power in your house goes off, check your circuit breakers. These are located in the electrical control unit, usually in a cupboard near the kitchen or in the hallway or porch. If problems continue, or if you have any concern at all about the safety of electricity in your house, please contact us immediately.
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