On 11 Aug 2006 00:40:51 -0700, wrote:

I just want to determine whether my gas bills seem realistic. If not,
then I shall suspect a gas leak somewhere. My gas consumption seemed
to rise inordinately some time last Winter (more than usual).

Turn everything off for a few hours and check the meter before and
after.

Excellent idea! Thanks. (Why didn't I think of that?!?)

Jake D