For a gas water heater, turn off the gas supply at the shut-off valve. For an electric water heater, switch off the circuit breaker at the electrical panel. Drain the Tank: Connect a garden hose to the drain valve at the bottom of the tank. Position the other end of the hose in a...
When the pilot light goes out and the temperature drops, the thermocouple closes the gas valve. If its wires get disconnected, or dirt and dust cover its sensors, it can malfunction and cause the pilot light to turn off when it shouldn’t. Should I Repair or Replace My Water Heater? We...
Gas water heaters and gas furnaces and fireplaces are the most common places to find a thermocouple of the type K. They are available in different lengths with the 18” or 24” being the most common. Since these are inexpensive, it is a good idea to keep a spare on hand for the late...
The plumber might suggest replacing the thermocouple, which is a device that detects if the pilot is lit. If it is not, this device will shut off the gas. A new thermocouple is about $400. Plumbers charge between $50 to $250 per hour for labor. However, they might bundle it ...
When I moved into my house the gas lines in my furnace water heater area were do poorly laid out a gas line running up against the stack on the gas water heater. About 6 feet of unnecessary pipe . I first removed all the extra and dangerously installed pipe. Then I drew up my plan...
A defective thermocouple is the most likely cause of pilot light problems. This device regulates the flow of gas inside your water heater. When the temperature rises, the thermocouple opens the gas valve. When the pilot light goes out and the temperature drops, the thermocouple closes the gas ...