Easy Steps - How to Light a Pilot Light on a Heater

If you woke up to a freezing house because your furnace quit, you're probably wondering how to light a pilot light on a heater so you can get back to being warm. It's one of those things that seems intimidating—mostly because gas and fire are involved—but for most older units, it's a pretty straightforward DIY task. You don't always need to call a technician and pay a hefty service fee just to get a tiny flame going again. ...

April 28, 2026 · 7 min · Zavala Dhana