Gas fireplace service in the Seattle Area

If you’re stuck with a fireplace that doesn’t light your fire, contact our trained and professional service technicians to bring it back to life.

Just as your furnace, AC, or heat pump will last longer, run better and be more energy efficient with annual maintenance, your gas fireplace will too. Even if you only run the fireplace infrequently, keeping it maintained will ensure it’s ready when you need it to be.

We service Archgard fireplaces as well as Washington Energy installed fireplaces.

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Gas Fireplace Repair

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Servicing Archgard, Heat & Glo and WES installed Fireplaces Only

Rest assured, you can rely on Washington Energy Services to tackle your gas fireplace insert issue. Contact us today to schedule service or get a Free Estimate for a beautiful new gas fireplace insert.

Skilled, licensed technicians

If your gas fireplace ever breaks down, we understand how frustrating that can be. Why not call someone to get your fireplace fixed up and running like new again? Our skilled HVAC technicians have the experience to fix your gas fireplace issues.

Clean and caring

Our top priority is ensuring that our customers are cared for and happy with the service or installation they receive from our team. When we come to your home, we leave our job sites clean and make sure that our customers are satisfied with the work performed. We follow up with post-service surveying to double-check and make sure your system is running like new.

Join the Guardian Maintenance Club

The equipment in your home needs to be maintained every year to keep your systems running efficiently and effectively. When you join the Guardian Maintenance Club, you save money on annual tune-ups and gain an ongoing discount you can use throughout the year.

Take care of your systems and keep them performing for years to come. Available for heating, air conditioning, tankless water heaters, generators and gas fireplace inserts.

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Fireplace Repair FAQ

  • What should I do if my gas fireplace doesn't work?

    If you’ve noticed your gas fireplace is having issues- definitely reach out to a heating professional. Here are Washington Energy we service and repair gas fireplaces inserts. There could be a variety of reasons your fireplace isn’t working and for safety reasons, you should always have a trained professional work on your equipment.

  • What is the most common issue with gas fireplaces?

    If not well maintained, your gas fireplace may acquire an issue to cause it to stop working or produce a foul smell. If you ever experience any of the following issues, you should get your fireplace serviced or repaired right away.

    • Natural Gas smell
    • Pilot light goes out
      • Your pilot light may go out due to a draft or other problems. 
    • Strange sounds, such as, roaring, rumbling, or grinding sounds.
    • Soot build up
    • Thermopile or Thermocouple issues
      • The thermopile and thermocouple are two parts that help ignite your gas fireplace. If this breaks or is damaged, you will have ignition issues.

  • Can a gas fireplace be repaired?

    Yes, a gas fireplace can be repaired depending on the severity of the issue and the type of fireplace you currently have.

  • How can I tell if my gas fireplace needs repair?

    Usually, you can tell your gas fireplace needs repair if you smell gas, it’s not turning on or it’s making strange noises. If you ever start to smell gas, you should have your fireplace inspected immediately. We will always check your unit for carbon monoxide and gas leaks during an inspection.

  • How much does it cost to repair a gas fireplace?

    The cost of a gas fireplace repair really depends on the severity of the problem. Depending on how much the repair costs and how old your system is, it may be worth upgrading your unit with a new gas fireplace installation.

  • Why is my gas fireplace not lighting?

    If your gas fireplace isn’t lighting, your pilot light may have went out. If this happens, you should contact an HVAC professional immediately to ensure that their are no gas leaks or other safety hazards occurring.

  • Who should service a gas fireplace?

    An HVAC technician should service a gas fireplace. Our team is full of skilled and experienced HVAC technicians who will get the job done right the first time around. 

  • How often should a gas fireplace be serviced?

    We recommend that you get your gas fireplace serviced at least once a year. This will keep your system running efficiently, effectively and we will be able to catch any preventative repairs ahead of time.

  • I don’t use my fireplace all summer, shouldn’t I wait to schedule maintenance in the fall? Is there an optimal time for fireplace maintenance?

    If you are consistent with doing annual maintenance, you can do it at any time and you’ll be ready for use. Many people prefer to have maintenance around the anniversary of their installation, but it doesn’t need to be then. The difficulty some customers face in the fall is that schedules fill up quickly, so dates and times you want may be already booked out. Additionally, we try our best to accommodate customers who are in emergency no-heat situations when the cold snaps hit.

  • Do you use any subcontractors for fireplace maintenance?

    We do not use subcontractors to do any service work. Our service technicians are all our own Seattle area resident, background checked, drug tested employees who receive training and supervision. They participate annually in manufacturer courses to keep current with products on the market and most are NATE certified. If you ever have any question about your gas fireplace repair service, our HVAC service manager is always available to answer your call and help with questions or concerns.

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Award-winning service and installation.

Since 1957, homeowners have come to know us for the type of best-in-class service they deserve. Frequent winners of the Angie’s List Super Service Award and perennially among the top local contractors rated by the BBB, Angie’s List and GuildQuality.

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A job done right

Our Home Project Advisors are ready to tailor choices to your lifestyle and budget and our installers have the experience and talent to make sure the work is done right.

Local, trusted, passionate

Since 1957 we have made homes all over the Puget Sound more efficient and comfortable. Our employees are craftsmen with a contagious enthusiasm for rolling up their sleeves and exceeding expectations.

Trained, licensed, bonded and drug tested

Each technician receives a minimum of 100 hours of on-the-job-training each year to ensure everyone is up to date on best practices. All of our employees undergo background checks and drug screens.