What it usually is
A pilot that will not stay on may be a worn thermocouple, a dirty pilot assembly, or a gas valve problem. If the tank is old, replacement may be the better value.
What to do first
If you smell gas, do not relight it: leave the house and call your gas utility. Otherwise, follow the label on the tank only if you are comfortable, or call us.
The flat rate that covers it
- Diagnosis / service call (plumbing or electrical): $79
- Water heater install, 40–50 gal tank (your unit): $500 labor
Steilacoom is a small historic waterfront town next to Lakewood, with older homes and a compact downtown. Older Steilacoom homes often have a mix of old and updated pipe and wiring, which is worth a look before we price a change.
Flat rates for Steilacoom
Our posted prices. The price you see is the price, confirmed before any work starts. Travel is calculated at booking.
| Service | Our price |
|---|---|
| Diagnosis / service call | $79 |
| Drain clearing | $189 |
| Toilet repair | $179 |
| Toilet replacement (your unit) | $349 |
| Faucet replacement (your fixture) | $229 |
| Garbage disposal replacement (your unit) | $249 |
| Accessible pipe leak repair | from $225 |
| Water heater install, 40-50 gal tank - labor (your unit) | $500 labor |
| Outlet or switch replacement | $129 |
| GFCI outlet install | $149 |
| Light fixture replacement (your fixture) | $149 |
| Ceiling fan install (your fan, existing box) | $199 |
| Smart thermostat / video doorbell install | $129 |
| Breaker replacement | $179 |
| Electrical troubleshooting (diagnosis) | $79 |
| Whole-house rewire - labor | $4,000 labor |
| Make-ready / turn service | from $995 |
| Hourly work - describe the job | $90/hr |
“Your unit” or “your fixture” means you supply the item and the price is for the work. Prices are for typical, accessible conditions; anything unusual is quoted and confirmed before work starts.
Tell Doug what is wrong
Name, number and a line about the problem. You get the flat price before anyone knocks. Or call or text (253) 349-2907, or book now and see your exact price.
Related problems in Steilacoom
- Ceiling fan light not working
- Recessed lights going out
- Doorbell not working
- Thermostat screen blank
- Smoke detector chirping
- No power in the garage
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