Water Heater Repair in WaxahachieGas Water Heater Repair in Waxahachie, TX
Gas water heater trouble usually involves the pilot light, thermocouple, gas control valve, burner or venting. If your pilot keeps going out or the heater will not fire, a worn thermocouple or a dirty burner is often the cause. Because gas is involved, repairs should be done by a professional.
Common Problems and Symptoms
Pilot light will not stay lit
A weak or worn thermocouple, a dirty pilot tube, or drafts around the heater are common causes.
Burner will not ignite
Problems with the gas control valve, igniter or gas supply stop the burner from firing.
Yellow or flickering flame
A healthy flame is mostly blue. A yellow flame can mean dirty burner parts or poor airflow.
Soot or scorch marks
Signs of incomplete combustion or venting problems that need prompt attention.
Rumbling or popping
Sediment in the tank bottom, common on older gas heaters.
Not enough hot water
Heat transfer drops when sediment builds up on the tank floor above the burner.
What the Service Includes
- Gas supply and pilot inspection
- Thermocouple, thermopile and gas valve testing
- Burner and combustion check
- Venting and draft inspection
- Leak check at connections
- Repair and safe relighting
What Usually Causes These Problems
Gas units depend on a clean flame and good airflow. Dust, lint and sediment all interfere. Heaters in garages collect dust and debris around the burner compartment, which is a common reason for pilot and ignition trouble.
When to Call a Professional
If you smell gas, leave the home and call your gas utility right away. For ignition, flame and venting problems, do not keep relighting the pilot over and over. A repeating failure means something is wrong.
Our Process
Call
Describe the problem and the type of heater.Diagnose
We test the heater and find the actual cause.Explain
You get a clear explanation and your options.Fix and test
We complete the work and test the heater.
Where We Provide This Service
We provide this service from our Waxahachie office at 400 Dunn St, Waxahachie, TX 75165, and we serve nearby communities too: Waxahachie, TX · Midlothian, TX · Red Oak, TX · Ovilla, TX · Ennis, TX.
Related Services
Water Heater Repair · Emergency Repair · Replacement & Installation
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my gas water heater pilot light keep going out?
The most common reason is a worn thermocouple that no longer senses the flame. Drafts, a dirty pilot tube or a faulty gas control valve can also cause it. A technician can test each one.
Can I relight the pilot myself?
Many manufacturers include instructions on the heater label. If it will not stay lit, or you smell gas at any point, stop and call a professional.
Do you repair propane water heaters too?
Yes. We service natural gas and propane tank water heaters.
Need Water Heater Help in Waxahachie?
Call now and tell us what your water heater is doing.