Can I light a gas water heater?
Lighting a water heater is simple, no matter what type you have. Most newer models of gas water heaters have a simple ignition switch. In just a few steps the water heater is lit, no problem. If you’ve moved into an older house, though, you many have the kind of water heater that needs to be lit manually.
Do all gas water heaters have a pilot light?
* Caution: Most modern water heaters no longer use standing pilots. They use electronic ignition to ignite the gas. Do not attempt to manually light an electronic ignition system.
How long do commercial water heaters last?
A typical commercial water heater that is cared for and maintained correctly should last 20+ years. Though the electronics on most of the newer hot water systems won’t necessarily last that long, the rest of this equipment is built to produce lots of hot water without a lot of problems for many years.
Will the gas company light My pilot?
Absolutely! We can send a gas service technician to light your pilot, and conduct a gas safety check of your gas fireplace or any other gas appliance to ensure your safety.
What do I do if my water heater won’t light?
If you have a natural or propane gas water heater, chances are the pilot has gone out. If the pilot doesn’t relight, if it goes out right after lighting or if it goes out repeatedly, by far the most common cause is a bad thermocouple.
Are commercial grade water heaters better?
Double Duty. In some situations, a commercial water heater might prove more effective in a residential application. In cases where a water heater provides heat for living space and domestic water usage, a commercial boiler can handle simultaneous demands better than a standard residential heater.
Does a gas water heater need electricity?
Gas water heaters don’t use electricity as a fuel, and many homeowners assume they will work in a power outage. Even gas water heaters with electric pilot lights can continue to work as they don’t necessarily rely on mains electricity.
Who makes commercial water heaters?
A. O. Smith is a leading manufacturer of residential and commercial water heaters. Take a moment to look through our commercial water heaters and find one that best meets your hot water needs.
What is a commercial hot water heater?
Commercial water heaters are designed for applications that require larger amounts of hot water than residential use. Because of their larger size, they can be costly, but they are designed to minimize the difficulty of replacing failed water heaters and are versatile for new installations.
What is a propane water heater?
Propane water heaters, on the other hand, uses propane gas to heat water. A propane water heater consists of a propane tank where the propane gas is stored, a burner and a pilot light. The burner is located below the water tank and the water is heated by turning on the pilot light which will then light up the propane gas.
What is a gas hot water boiler?
A gas boiler is essentially a water tank mounted over top of a massive heat element. The gas is fed into a burner and ignited by an electric sparker. Once a flame is formed it’s maintained to heat the water tank above it to the desired temperature.