By stephanie snay with angie s list in the mood for chestnuts roasted on an open fire but the gas fireplace won t light.
Fix gas fireplace won t light.
Pilot light systems are the most common reason gas fireplaces fail to light according to justin worthen outside coordinator.
If your gas fireplace isn t starting there could any number of possible issues contributing.
Check the main gas valve to make sure the gas is turned on.
Failing fireplaces can ignite your anger but don t lose your cool when your gas fireplace won t start.
How to inspect a gas fireplace that won t turn on.
There should be a shutoff valve near the fireplace.
I have found the shutoff valves inside the fireplace under the fireplace or in a cabinet next to the fireplace.
Fireplace repair experts recommend trying the following troubleshooting techniques to make your gas fireplace go up in flames in a good way.
With the gas on push in and.
Diagnosing a thermocouple problem.
How to fix your gas fireplace quickly and troubleshoot common problems with the pilot light.
First check to see if your pilot light is lit.
If it s not maybe it just blew out.
Failing fireplaces can ignite your anger but don t lose your.
Try to reignite the pilot it by following the fireplace manufacturer s instructions.
Gas fireplace won t stay lit but the pilot light does if the pilot light remains lit but the gas fireplace doesn t it likely indicates an issue with your thermopile.