When a gas stove stops working properly, it usually has to do with the pilot light or one of the lines to or from it. These problems tend to arise when dirt or debris builds up due to lack of cleaning over a long period of time, and they’re usually easy to fix. However, when it comes to gas stoves, safety should always come first. If you smell gas or aren’t sure how a gas stove works, don’t try to repair it yourself. Instead, call the gas company and have someone who knows what they are doing come out to help you.


Here are fixes for some of the most common gas stove problems.

Pilot light out: Most modern gas stoves have a safety button that allows you to turn off the gas flow. If not, locate the valve for the gas and shut it off. After doing so, open a window in the room and allow the area to ventilate. Never light a match when you can smell gas. Once you’ve given any gas plenty of time to clear out, turn the gas back on and quickly hold a match to the light.

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