Serving Chicagoland Since 1993

Gas Fireplace Repair and Service in Ravenswood, Chicago

A pilot that won't stay lit, gas logs that burn sooty or an old fireplace you'd like to convert to gas. We repair and service gas fireplaces and handle the gas line work. Our office is on Ravenswood Avenue.

Gas fireplace log set with the gas valve and burner line visible under the grate
Know the Signs

Gas Fireplace Not Working in Your Ravenswood Home?

Call when:

The Switch Does Nothing

A valve, thermopile or wiring.

Weak or Lazy Flame

Dirty burner or low gas.

Soot on the Firebox

Logs out of place.

An Old Wood Fireplace

Ready for gas logs.

Any Gas Smell

Leave and call Peoples Gas or 911.

What We Do

Gas Fireplace Repair and Service

We handle:

Repair

Pilots, thermocouples, valves and igniters.

Yearly Service

Cleaning and leak testing.

Gas Lines

See gas line installation.

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Local Knowledge

Fireplaces in Ravenswood Homes

Many older Ravenswood homes have original fireplaces, some converted to gas.

Converted Masonry Fireplaces

Vented logs need a damper clamp.

Shallow Older Fireboxes

Not every log set fits safely.

Carbon Monoxide Detectors

We recommend one near every sleeping area.

The J. Blanton Difference

Why Call J. Blanton for Gas Fireplace Service

Licensed gas work, honest diagnosis.

1. Diagnose Before Parts

No guesswork.

2. One Flat Price

Approved first.

3. Leak Check With It Running

Before we leave.

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Older Fireplaces

Gas Logs in a Historic Fireplace

Many older Ravenswood homes have small, shallow fireplaces built for burning coal or wood. Not every log set fits safely in a firebox like that, and the chimney has to be in good shape before any gas appliance is used. We help you choose a log set sized for the firebox, run the gas line and valve and test everything. A chimney professional should inspect the flue first.

Pricing

What Affects the Price of Fireplace Work

A service visit is simple. A failed part depends on the fireplace. Running gas to an old masonry fireplace depends on the route through the building. We diagnose and quote a flat price.

Customer Stories

Gas Line and Fireplace Reviews

4.6 stars from 3,562 Google reviews for our Ravenswood office.

"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."

j smith
Verified Customer

"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."

Matt Pipke
Verified Customer

"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."

Robert Markman
Verified Customer
Got Questions?

Gas Fireplace Questions From Ravenswood Homeowners

Often, if the chimney is sound.

Often. We run the gas line and install the valve. A chimney specialist handles flue work.

A dirty pilot or weak thermocouple.

Usually a dirty pilot or a weak thermocouple.

Yes, for vented logs.

Yes. Vented logs need it held partly open.

Early fall.

Early fall, before the cold arrives.

Sometimes, if it's large enough.

Sometimes. Coal fireplaces are often shallow, so not all log sets fit safely.

Yes.

Yes. We check the valve, pilot and connections.

It depends on the part. You'll approve a flat price first.

It depends on what failed and the type of fireplace. You'll approve a flat-rate price before we start.

Annual Protection Plan

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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)
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What We Fix

Plumbing Services in Ravenswood

J. Blanton plumbers working a sewer lining machine connected to the cleanout at a residential sewer repair

Sewer Repair

Cracked clay and cast iron sewer lines, roots and repeat backups under century-old homes.

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Plumber feeding a drain cleaning cable into an outdoor drain pit to clear a clogged line

Drain Cleaning

Slow, gurgling or backed-up drains in kitchens, bathrooms and basements.

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Water spraying from a split copper pipe along a basement foundation wall

Burst & Frozen Pipes

Repair for frozen or burst pipes, from basement water lines to back porch spigots.

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J. Blanton plumber replacing the filter cartridges on an under-sink reverse osmosis water filtration system

Water Testing & Filtration

Water testing and filtration systems, from under-sink filters to whole-house units.

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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.

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Garbage Disposals

Repair and replacement for garbage disposals that jam, leak or just hum.

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Local Office, 24/7 Phone

Ready for a Fireplace That Lights?

Our Ravenswood office is at 5126 N Ravenswood Ave, and our phone line is open 24/7.

We also serve Lincoln Square, Andersonville, Edgewater, North Center, Uptown, Albany Park, West Ridge and more.

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