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Natural gas & propane leak detectors

A gas leak detector finds natural gas, propane, or other combustible gases before they reach a dangerous concentration. Handheld ‘sniffer’ models have a flexible probe you wand along pipe joints, fittings, and appliances to pinpoint a leak; plug-in monitors guard a room continuously. Look for sensitivity adjustment and an audible/visual alarm. If you ever smell gas, leave first and call your utility — a detector is for locating and confirming small leaks, not riding out a big one. Essential for anyone with gas appliances, a propane setup, or an RV.

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