Sewer Repair
Tree roots, cracked pipe and repeat backups in the line from your house to the street.
Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
Gas Fireplace Repair and Gas Logs in Algonquin, IL
A builder fireplace that won't light, a pilot that keeps dropping out or new gas logs for a fireplace you never use. Our plumbers are licensed for gas work and repair, service and install gas fireplaces and logs across Algonquin. From our office on Esplanade Drive.
Is Your Algonquin Fireplace Ready for Winter?
Call us when:
It Won't Light the First Cold Night
Debris in the pilot after a summer off.
The Pilot Won't Stay Lit
A worn thermopile or thermocouple.
The Glass Turns Black
Dirty burner, logs out of place or a vent issue.
You Smell Gas
Leave first. Call Nicor Gas or 911 from outside.
Gas Fireplace Repair, Service and Gas Logs
From repair to upgrades:
Repairs
Pilots, igniters, thermopiles, valves, remotes and wall switches.
Yearly Service
Cleaning, log placement, leak check and vent inspection.
Gas Log Installation
Gas logs for a wood fireplace, with the gas line run and tested. See gas line installation.
Gas Fireplaces in Algonquin Homes
Gas fireplaces were a common feature in Algonquin homes built in the 1990s and 2000s.
Builder Fireplaces at 17 to 36 Years
Original pilots, valves and thermopiles wear out, but most parts are still available.
Wood Fireplaces Going Gas
Homeowners who never use a wood fireplace often switch to gas logs for push-button heat.
Vent Caps Outside
Direct-vent fireplaces vent through a cap on the outside wall. Snow and nests can block it.
Carbon Monoxide Safety
Keep a working CO detector on every level.
The J. Blanton Difference773-724-9272
Why Call J. Blanton for Gas Fireplace Service
Tested before we leave.
1. Licensed for Gas Work
Gas work should be done by a licensed pro, and ours are trained for it.
2. Flat Price First
Before any work.
3. Test-Fired
Leak-checked and run until the flame is steady.
Customer Stories
Gas Line and Fireplace Reviews
4.7 stars from 5,669+ Google reviews across all J. Blanton locations.
★★★★★
"Communication, information and installation went great. Price was very competitive. Shane explained everything extremely well and Alex installed hot water tank beautifully. Shortly after Alex left a gas leak from an old valve on the piping to the tank occurred and needed to be replaced, Alex came back same night and fixed it. This is a 5-Star company."
★★★★★
"We had a new gas pipe installed that ws located to sevice our dryer in the basement on July 14th. The Technician was friendly and did a great job with the installation. He cleaned up after himself, and the pricing was competative."
★★★★★
"Andrew and Ty did a great job fixing and replacing some old natural gas pipe that had a recurring leak. Punctual, efficient, kept me informed, cleaned up well after. I highly recommend."
Got Questions?
Gas Fireplace Questions From Algonquin Homeowners
Yes, if the chimney is sound.
Yes. We run the gas line, install the logs and valve and test everything. The chimney needs to be in good shape and drawing well.
Once a year, in early fall.
Once a year, ideally in September or October.
Usually a weak thermopile or thermocouple.
Usually a thermopile or thermocouple that can't hold the gas valve open anymore. It's a common, fixable repair.
Leave and call Nicor Gas or 911 from outside.
Leave without touching switches. Call Nicor Gas or 911 from outside, then call us once it's safe.
It depends on what failed. The price comes first.
It depends on the part and the fireplace model. We quote a flat rate before we start.
Annual Protection Plan
Join the No Drip Club
Most plumbing problems start small. The No Drip Club brings a J. Blanton plumber to your home for regular maintenance, so small issues get caught before they turn into big repairs.
- Two Free Professional Maintenance Visits per Year
- 10% Discount on All General Plumbing & Sewer Services
- 5-Year Parts and Labor Warranty on Approved Projects
- VIP Priority Scheduling Status (Skip the Queue)
What We Fix
Plumbing Services in Algonquin
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Water Heaters
Repair and replacement for tank and tankless water heaters that leak, make noise or run out of hot water too fast.
Drain Cleaning
Slow, gurgling or backed-up drains in kitchens, bathrooms and basements.
Sump Pumps
Sump pump repair, replacement and battery backups to keep your basement dry when the Fox River runs high.
Water Testing & Filtration
Water testing and filtration systems for homes on Algonquin's village well water.
Toilets & Showers
Running toilets, leaky shower valves and new fixture installs.
Emergency Plumbing
Burst pipes, sewer backups and no hot water, any time of day or night.
Local Office, 24/7 Phone
Ready for a Warm, Safe Fireplace?
Our Algonquin office is at 2390 Esplanade Dr, Suite 200F, and our phone line is open 24/7.
We also serve Lake in the Hills, Crystal Lake, Cary, Huntley, Barrington Hills, Prairie Grove and more.
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