Gas Appliance Emergencies
IMMEDIATE ACTION REQUIRED:
- Gas smell near appliances: Turn off gas supply, evacuate, call 911 and SparkPoint
- Gas stove won't light properly: Stop attempts, ventilate area, call immediately
- Gas oven making hissing sounds: Turn off gas, evacuate, call emergency services
- Yellow or orange flames on gas appliances: Indicates incomplete combustion - call now
Electrical Appliance Emergencies
ELECTRICAL DANGER SIGNS:
- Sparks from appliances: Unplug immediately, call SparkPoint emergency service
- Burning smell from electrical appliances: Turn off breaker, call immediately
- Appliances shocking users: Stop use, check grounding, call for emergency repair
- Frequent circuit breaker trips: May indicate dangerous overload - call now
Water-Related Appliance Emergencies
WATER DAMAGE PREVENTION:
- Washing machine flooding: Turn off water supply, unplug unit, call SparkPoint
- Dishwasher leaking heavily: Turn off water, check for electrical hazards, call immediately
- Refrigerator water line burst: Shut off water supply, call emergency repair
- Water heater leaking: Turn off gas/electricity and water supply, call now
Emergency Response Protocol
Step 1: Immediate Safety
- • Turn off appliance power/gas
- • Evacuate if gas smell present
- • Ventilate area if safe to do so
- • Keep people away from hazard
Step 2: Call for Help
- • Call 911 for gas leaks
- • Call SparkPoint: (929) 506-5869
- • Describe emergency clearly
- • Follow dispatcher instructions
When NOT to Wait
Never attempt DIY repairs in these situations:
- • Any gas-related appliance problem
- • Electrical issues causing sparks or shocks
- • Water leaks near electrical components
- • Appliances making unusual noises with safety implications
- • Any situation where you feel unsafe
SparkPoint Emergency Service
SparkPoint provides 24/7 emergency appliance repair service throughout Brooklyn and Manhattan. Our certified technicians are equipped to handle all types of appliance emergencies safely and efficiently.
Emergency Service Features:
- • 24/7 emergency response
- • Licensed and insured technicians
- • Same-day emergency repairs
- • Safety-first approach to all emergencies
- • Complete emergency documentation