Why is gas hot water heater not working?

A pilot light going out is a common problem if a gas water heater isn't heating. It could be caused by the gas valve, the gas supply, or the thermocouple located next to the pilot light.

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Why does my electric wall heater keep turning off?
The thermostat on the portable electric heaters is not set high enough. Due to an overheating situation, the heater needs to be reset. ... If the unit has tip-over safety protection, simply place the heater in an upright position on a level surface to reset.
What causes hot water heater reset button to trip?
A bad thermostat is the most common reason for your water heater's reset button to trip. A shorted heating element is one of the most common causes.
Why is my gas water heater not working?
A pilot light going out is a common problem if a gas water heater isn't heating. It could be caused by the gas valve, the gas supply, or the thermocouple located next to the pilot light.
Why is water pressure low after installing water heater?
Water flow can be restricted due to debris in the pipes. If you want to turn on a hot faucet in the house, first you need to screw the gauge into the water heater drain valve. The cold inlet may be blocked if the pressure gauge shows a significant drop.
How do you know if your hot water heater is frozen?
If it's just the pipes leading in and out of the unit that are frozen, you should check it. This will happen a lot. The spot where it's ice cold can be found by touching the water heater.
Why is my combi boiler not heating the radiators?
A faulty boiler pump or central heating controls are the most likely cause of your boiler not heating up. The thermostat or timer should work if the boiler works but the radiators are not.

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Why is gas hot water heater not working?

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RELATED QUESTIONS

Why does my electric wall heater keep turning off?

What causes hot water heater reset button to trip?

Why is my gas water heater not working?

Why is water pressure low after installing water heater?

How do you know if your hot water heater is frozen?

Why is my combi boiler not heating the radiators?