It's important to have your heating equipment checked for safety and efficiency. When gas-fired appliances don't work right, they may produce carbon monoxide: a colorless, odorless, and potentially dangerous gas.

Learn to recognize the signs of carbon monoxide poisoning:

• Headaches
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Confusion
• Weakness
• Vision or Hearing Impairment
• Drowsiness

If you notice these symptoms and suspect that carbon monoxide is the cause, you should:

• Get some fresh air immediately.
• Call 911. 
• Seek medical help.

Avoid carbon monoxide poisoning. Check for these indications that your heating system requires service:

• The presence of soot or carbon deposits on your heating equipment.
• Clogged chimneys and flues.

General Safety Tips

• Do not cover floor vents with rugs.
• Have Willmut Gas Company or a qualified professional check your natural gas appliances once a year.
• Keep all external vents and chimneys unblocked and free from debris.
• Use external vents for all gas appliances where appropriate.
• Keep the area around your furnace clear.
• Make sure your chimney and flue are inspected and cleaned of residues.
• Never use your oven or range top to heat your home.
• Gas fireplaces and space heaters are meant for added warmth, not a main source heating.
• Hot water can be dangerous and cause serious burns. If you water is above 125° F, it's too hot. To avoid a potential accident, lower your water heater thermostat setting to 125° F or less.
• Know your gas meter location, and keep it accessible to our meter readers.
• Your natural gas appliances should have a clear, steady blue flame. Small amounts of yellow and orange are normal and may occur occasionally. Be sure to schedule a service call with Willmut Gas Company or a qualified professional if your appliance is not operating in this manner.
• Change the filter on your furnace at least once a year. Dust and pet hair can collect and block the airflow.
• Never attach electrical grounding wires to gas piping inside or outside your house.
• Consult with a licensed electrician.  
• Keep the area around your furnace and water heater clear.

Natural gas has no odor. To help you detect the presence of gas, we add a strong odorant with a gassy or mercaptan odor. If you smell this odor:

• Exit the building immediately.
• Do not use matches, lighters, electrical switches, appliances or your telephone. 
• Call Willmut Gas Company from a nearby building:
• Do not re-enter the building until it has been declared safe to do so.

We provide free leak investigation 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.

Call Before You Dig!

Contact Mississippi's "One Call" system at 1-800-227-6477 for a free marking of underground gas, water, sewer, cable, telephone and electric utility lines before any outdoor construction or digging. Making this call before you dig will help prevent property damage and potential injuries. Plus, it's the law in Mississippi.