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Gas heating systems in Saarland: Danger to life due to improper shutdown!
In the Saarpfalz district, there is an increasing number of improper shutdowns of gas heating systems, which pose risks. Experts warn of risks and costs.
Gas heating systems in Saarland: Danger to life due to improper shutdown!
More and more homeowners in Germany are deciding to replace their outdated gas heating systems with modern systems such as heat pumps or pellet heating systems. However, this trend reversal also brings with it some risks, especially when it comes to the professional decommissioning of the gas pipelines. Chip.de reports that An increasing number of cases have been documented in Saarland in which homeowners resort to unqualified providers. These improper shutdowns can have serious consequences.
Improper shutdowns and their risks
The warnings from the Saar Energy and Water Industry Association (VEW) are unmistakable. Unqualified providers often simply shut off the gas supply at the main shut-off device, while leaving the internal pipe in front of the gas meter open. This increases the risk of an explosion, especially in households with small children. Aroundhome.de highlights that Complete and professional decommissioning is essential to avoid such dangers. There have already been two almost catastrophic incidents in Kleinblittersdorf, which show that this situation is not an isolated case.
The decommissioning should always be carried out by a qualified HVAC installer. According to Chip.de, it is important to involve network operators and specialist companies in the process to ensure that all work is controlled and open pipe ends are avoided. If homeowners want to shut down their gas heating system, we recommend not only choosing an affordable all-inclusive offer, but also detailed consultation with the responsible experts.
If the feat succeeds
Interestingly, the dismantling of gas installations is not only a question of safety, but also a question of cost. According to a survey by the North Rhine-Westphalia Consumer Center, the average cost of decommissioning is around 930 euros, while dismantling can cost up to 1,750 euros - in individual cases even up to 6,000 euros. Energieverbraucher.de explains that Dismantling means that the gas pipe is completely removed, while decommissioning only involves shutting off and degassing the pipe. So customers should be well informed to avoid unreasonable costs.
There is a clear recommendation: Homeowners should not take the decommissioning and dismantling into their own hands, but rather contact a qualified specialist company. A crucial step in decommissioning is checking the gas pipe for correct closure - this should be done using soldered or pressed closure caps. In addition, if the house connection is permanently shut down, it is necessary to protect it with a tamper protection device that can only be removed with special tools or by destruction.
In summary, it should be noted that replacing gas heaters comes with a number of challenges. However, careful planning and execution can help homeowners enjoy a safe and warm home with their new heating systems.