How to Make Gas Last Longer at Home: Tricks That REALLY Work

The color of your stove flame says a lot. A strong blue flame means your burner is working efficiently. If the flame is yellow or orange, it could mean gas is being wasted due to poor combustion.

What you can do:

• Use a fine pin to clean out the burner holes.
• Adjust the air intake flap if your stove has one.
• Avoid blocking air flow with oversized pots.

2. Turn Down the Heat

Cranking your flame to the max doesn’t necessarily cook food faster—it just uses more gas. Many meals turn out just as well (if not better) when cooked on medium or low heat, especially with the lid on.

Pro tip: Once food or water reaches a boil, turn the flame down and let the residual heat do the rest.

3. Deep Clean With Lemon and a Needle