Is pilot light always on water heater?

Gas and propane fueled water heaters use a small flame to ignite the burner. This small flame is called a pilot light and it stays lit at all times. The same is true with a pilot light. If the pilot light goes out, your water heater won’t be able to ignite the gas burner and therefore, won’t be able to heat the water.

What to do if your hot water heater pilot light won’t stay lit?

If you have followed these steps and your water heater pilot light won’t stay lit, you may need professional help to fix the problem, give All Masters a call if you live in Arlington TX, and we can fix any of your hot water heater thermocouple or pilot light issues!

Why does my pilot light keep going out?

If your pilot doesn’t re-light, won’t stay lit or keeps going out after a short time, you most likely have an issue with the hot water heater thermocouple. This can happen with age. This can happen with age.

How does the pilot light work on a gas heater?

Once there is a need for heating (or call from a thermostat), a gas control valve releases the gas into the main burner, and the pilot light ignites the gas.

What to do if your hot water heater is not working?

After checking each of these, if you still can’t find the reason why you have no hot water, it might be time to call a professional. If you have a gas heater, check to see if the gas valve is open.

What to do if your gas water heater is not hot?

Turn the pilot control knob to OFF. Wait ten minutes for the burner to cool down and allow any gas from the pilot to air out. While you’re waiting, check to see if your model of gas water heater has a red button on it called a spark igniter.

What kind of pilot light does gas water heater use?

Note that most of the older and economy gas water heaters are equipped with the pilot, while newer, advanced models utilize piezoelectric sparks or a hot surface igniter which is more durable and reliable.