A cracked or burnt-out igniter is one of the most common no-heat faults, and one of the quickest to fix. Here is how to spot it, what replacement involves, and how we get you warm the same day.
Likely causes
In rough order of how often we see them:
- A cracked hot-surface igniter that no longer glows.
- An aged igniter at the end of its service life.
- A furnace that clicks and tries to start but never lights.
- A repeated ignition lockout after several attempts.
- A weak glow that cannot light the burners.
- A wiring or control fault to the igniter.
Safe checks you can do first
Before booking a visit, rule out the simple things: confirm the thermostat is on and set to heat (fresh batteries help), check that the breaker and the furnace power switch are on, and inspect the air filter — a clogged filter is behind a surprising share of breakdowns. On a high-efficiency unit, a quick look at the condensate drain can save a call. Reset the system once if it has locked out.
When to call a licensed technician
Call a pro for anything involving gas or internal electrical parts. If you ever smell gas, leave and call your gas utility or 911 from outside first. Igniters are fragile and sit in the burner area — replacement is a quick, safe job for a licensed technician.
What a repair visit actually involves
When a technician arrives, the first job is a real diagnosis — measuring, testing components, and reading any fault history rather than swapping parts and hoping. Once the actual cause is clear, you get an itemised quote before anything is replaced. Most common faults are a same-visit fix; the honest exception is a unit so old or worn that a repair is throwing good money after bad — and we will say so plainly rather than keep selling you parts.
Stopping it from happening again
Most repeat faults trace back to one of two things: a root cause that got patched instead of fixed, or maintenance that quietly fell behind. Once your furnace is running again, an on-schedule filter and one professional tune-up a year are the cheapest insurance against the same call next season. Our maintenance plans make the annual part automatic, and this guide explains how often different systems really need attention.
What to expect when you book
The process is simple and transparent. We start with a few questions to understand what you are seeing and find a visit time that suits you. On site, a licensed technician diagnoses the real cause rather than guessing, then explains it in plain language. You get a clear, itemised quote before any work starts, and we only proceed once you say yes. No surprise line items, and no pressure to add things you do not need.
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Why homeowners call HeatLand
HeatLand is a local heating and cooling company based in Burnaby, serving Greater Vancouver and the wider Lower Mainland. We diagnose before we quote, we explain what we find in plain language, and we will tell you honestly when a repair makes more sense than a replacement — or the other way around. There is no commission-driven upsell here.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know the igniter is the problem?
If the furnace goes through its start sequence — inducer runs, you hear the click — but the burners never light, a failed igniter is a prime suspect. A technician confirms it in minutes.
Can you replace it the same day?
Usually yes. Hot-surface igniters are a common part and we carry them on the van. Call (604) 330-3812 and we will tell you honestly if a same-day fix is realistic.
How long does an igniter last?
Typically several years, but they are consumable and crack with age and handling. If yours has failed, replacement restores reliable ignition right away.
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