3 Ways to Light Gas Fireplaces

If you are a novice at gas fireplaces in North Vancouver, you’re probably scared of making a mistake when igniting it. Lighting up Gas Fireplaces in North Vancouver shouldn’t be rocket science. There are three basic methods you can use. 

 

1. Finding the gas source.

You can directly turn on the source of gas. First, find the source of gas. If you are using natural gas, this is the line connected directly to your utility company where a gas meter is stationed outside your house. If you are using propane, there should be a tank located outside your home. For natural gas lines, make sure the valve is parallel to the system’s pipe to open it. For propane tanks, locate the round valve and turn the knob counterclockwise. There should be a gauge that will tell you if gas is already flowing.

2. Turn it on inside.

You can find the fireplace valve inside at the bottom part of your fireplace. There are fireplaces with a switch that you can easily turn on or off. If yours do not have a visible switch, find it somewhere inside the fireplace’s mantel. Turn the valve on and let the gas flow before igniting the fireplace log.

3. Use the controls at the bottom of the fireplace.

It is usually hidden by a grate or a plate. Find the ignition button. It is usually red in color. If there are only on and off knobs, turn the knob to the “on” position.

If you have done these steps and your fireplace isn’t lighting up, call a Heating company in North Vancouver such as ProGas North Shore to help you find the right way to light up your fireplace.