Gas Furnace Pilot Lights Issues: Explained
Has your gas furnace suddenly stopped working? Don’t panic — this is often due to an issue with the pilot light. However, as carbon monoxide poisoning is always a risk with gas appliances, it’s crucial to determine the problem ASAP!
Southeastern Pennsylvanian residents rely on heat to get them through the winter. If your furnace goes out due to a pilot light issue, Mattioni will be there in no time to ensure the problem is diagnosed correctly and resolved immediately. Don’t ever risk going without heat during the colder seasons!
Keep your furnace in pristine condition with expert services from the Mattioni team! Call 610-400-8510 for more information.
Reasons Your Pilot Light Keeps Going Out
If your pilot light is malfunctioning, the root of the problem is not always clear. It’s essential to familiarize yourself with the potential causes of pilot light issues, some of the most common being:
- The furnace needs to be cleaned; the flame sensor or pilot assembly could be dirty
- The pilot light has blown out
- There is a thermocouple issue
- Your circuit breaker has tripped
- Your unit’s burners are rusty
- The air filter needs to be changed
- The safety switch is open
- Strong winds or drafts
Relighting Your Pilot Light: How To
If your pilot light isn’t working, there are steps to take to get it relit:
- Find your furnace’s gas valve
- Turn the valve to “off” for at least three minutes
- From there, switch it to “pilot” mode
- Light a match and hold it up to the pilot opening, hit “reset” on the pilot control, and hold it down until the pilot flame is lit
- Set the pilot valve to “on”
Why Is the Pilot Light On, But My Furnace Isn’t?
If your pilot light is on but your furnace isn’t operating correctly, your system has another issue. A lit pilot light on a furnace that isn’t producing heat can indicate a problem with the gas valve, thermostat, or control board. There may also not be enough fuel in the gas valve. You should also check to see if the inducer motor is running. If all else fails, there may be an issue with how the furnace was originally installed.
Choose Mattioni for Gas Furnace Services
For expert furnace services, Mattioni is the company to call. Founded in 1948, we are a family-owned and -operated company that prioritizes same-day services and upfront pricing, and our technicians are NATE-certified in the industry. No matter the issue you’re facing, we’re bound to have a solution for you.
We are friendly and trustworthy, offering rotating special offers and coupons for your added benefit! We’ve got great reviews, and in our 75+ years of experience, we’ve gained the knowledge and resources we need to tackle virtually any project.
Schedule with us ASAP to ensure your furnace is equipped for the winter by calling 610-400-8510!
