Pilot Light
Pilot Light | Heat Repair | Heating and Air Conditioning | Thorn Hill
Chilly Thorn Hill mornings shouldnât start with you wrestling a stubborn pilot light or shivering in front of a failing furnace. HEPâs local team understands the urgency of reliable comfort, arriving fast with the tools and know-how to diagnose sputtering burners, clogged filters, or thermostat glitches on the spot. Our technicians treat your home with the same care they give their ownâboot covers on, messes cleaned up, and every question answered in plain Englishâso you can relax while we restore the warmth.
From delicate flame sensors to full-scale heat pump overhauls, we back every heat repair with transparent pricing and a satisfaction guarantee. One call to HEP means welcoming cozy, efficient heat back into your roomsâand sending the winter chill right back outside where it belongs.
FAQs
What are the most common signs that my pilot light or ignition system needs repair?
Look for symptoms such as a furnace that will not start, a pilot flame that flickers, changes color from steady blue to yellow or orange, repeated burner shutdowns, the smell of un-burnt gas, or a clicking sound from the ignition module. Any of these issues usually point to a faulty thermocouple, dirty pilot orifice, weak gas regulator, or a failing electronic ignitorâproblems our Thorn Hill technicians diagnose and repair every day.
How fast can you get to my home in Thorn Hill for an emergency heat repair call?
We maintain a fully staffed 24/7 dispatch center in Thorn Hill. For no-heat or gas-odor emergencies we prioritize a technician to arrive within 2 hoursâoften sooner during normal business hours. Our service vans are stocked with common furnace and pilot-light parts so most repairs are completed on the first visit.
Do you service both traditional standing pilot lights and modern electronic ignition furnaces?
Yes. Our certified gas-fitters are trained on all major ignition technologies, including standing pilots, intermittent pilots, hot surface ignitors, and direct spark systems. Whether you own an older natural-draft furnace or a high-efficiency condensing unit, we carry the OEM parts and specialized testing equipment to restore safe, reliable ignition.
What should I do if my pilot light goes out in the middle of the night?
1) Turn your thermostat to the OFF position. 2) Follow your manufacturerâs relight instructions if you are comfortable doing so, waiting at least 5 minutes for gas to dissipate first. 3) If the flame will not stay lit after two attempts, shut off the gas valve to the furnace and call our 24-hour line. Never keep trying to relight a pilot that will not holdâgas accumulation can be dangerous.
How much does a typical pilot light repair cost in Thorn Hill?
A straightforward relight with cleaning starts around $120. Replacing a thermocouple or flame sensor generally falls between $180â$260 including parts, labor, and safety checks. Electronic ignition component replacement (ignitor, control board) ranges from $280â$550. After diagnosing the issue on-site we give you a firm, up-front quote before any work begins.
How can I prevent future pilot light or ignition failures?
Schedule an annual furnace tune-up each fall. During maintenance we clean the pilot assembly, inspect and adjust the gas pressure, test the thermocouple voltage or ignitor resistance, and replace air filters that can starve the burner of oxygen. Keeping the furnace room free of dust and chemicals, installing a CO detector, and addressing minor ignition delays promptly will also extend component life and keep your family safe.