A gas water heater whose pilot keeps going out has a cause worth finding. Here is the La Crosse guide.
Relight it safely
Follow the heater's instructions: turn to pilot, hold the button, and light it. If you smell gas, stop and call the utility.
Why it goes out
A dirty pilot tube, a failing thermocouple, or a draft blowing the flame out are the common causes.
The thermocouple
The thermocouple senses the flame and keeps the gas flowing. A worn one shuts the gas off, snuffing the pilot.
The fix
A pro cleans the pilot assembly or replaces the thermocouple. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In La Crosse, it is a routine repair.
Keep the flame lit
A pilot that keeps dying is not normal. Call 888-217-3585 and La Crosse Plumbing Helpers will match you with a La Crosse pro.
Plumbing in La Crosse: what to know
In La Crosse, freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across La Crosse County — from La Crescent, Onalaska and West Salem to ZIP codes like 54603, 54601, 54650 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
Need a hand in La Crosse?
If a plumbing issue is beyond a quick fix, don't wait for it to get worse. Call 888-217-3585 and La Crosse Plumbing Helpers will match you with a vetted local pro — usually within minutes. Learn more about plumbing help in La Crosse.