If your oven isn't working properly, the first thing you should do is check the safety switch on the oven door. This switch prevents the fan and burner from turning on while the access panel is removed. If there is no hot water in your entire house, it's likely that the gas burner or electric heating elements of your water heater are not producing heat. To diagnose and repair your water heater problem, this comprehensive guide provides easy-to-follow step-by-step videos, drawings, and DIY tips. If you have a gas water heater and no hot water, inspect the gas inlet valve and gas supply pipe for any leaks.
Make sure the gas valve is secure and in the right position, and that the gas is turned on. Common causes of a gas water heater not working include a shut-off valve on the outside, pipes running through an unheated space such as a basement or attic, a strong smell of gas that does not dissipate, or a pilot light that has been turned off. If you suspect any of these issues, immediately close the gas supply valve, ventilate the space, and call a plumber or gas company from a remote location. If your water heater is electric, check that the power supply to the water heater has not been cut off and that the controls or heating elements are working. It can take a while for an oven with a fixed pilot light to turn on depending on the length of the gas line and how long it takes for fuel to reach the pilot light.
If you detect gas near it or smell rotten eggs or garlic, set the gas valve control to OFF and contact a plumber to inspect and repair your water heater. To understand the differences between classic mechanical gas valves and newer electronic gas valves, watch this helpful video. With this guide, you can quickly diagnose and repair your water heater plumbing system with ease.
