Ignition & Flame

Boiler Clicking but Not Igniting — Repair in Greater Vancouver

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Quick Answer

Clicking with no light-off usually means the igniter is sparking but the gas isn’t lighting — a worn electrode, incorrect spark gap, faulty gas valve, or gas-supply issue. BoilerPart.ca diagnoses and repairs it across Greater Vancouver.

The clicking you hear is the ignition attempting to spark; if no flame follows, the spark, gas or sensing is at fault.

What you’re noticing

Repeated clicking, no flame
Sparking but won’t light
Lockout after clicking
Smell of unburnt gas after attempts

Common causes

  • Worn ignition electrode / wrong gap
  • Faulty gas valve not opening
  • Gas-supply issue
  • Faulty ignition control

What you can safely check first

Beyond these safe checks, do not open the boiler or touch gas, electrical or sealed components — BC law requires a licensed gas fitter. Call us for a proper diagnosis.

Confirm gas is on (other appliances work)
Note any lockout code
If you smell gas, stop and treat as an emergency
Don’t keep retrying repeatedly

When this is urgent

Urgent if you smell gas — evacuate and call FortisBC 1-800-663-9911.

How BoilerPart.ca fixes it

1

Diagnose

A licensed technician confirms the true cause — no guesswork or parts-swapping.

2

Quote

You approve the diagnosis and price up front. No hidden fees.

3

Repair

We fit genuine OEM parts to manufacturer spec — installed, not sold for DIY.

4

Test

Full combustion, pressure and safety testing, backed by our workmanship guarantee.

Parts Are Professionally Installed — Not Sold for DIY

For your safety and to keep your manufacturer warranty valid, BoilerPart.ca does not sell loose boiler parts over the counter or for self-installation. Under BC regulations, gas appliance components must be installed by a licensed gas fitter. Every part we source is genuine OEM and is professionally fitted, tested, and certified by our Technical Safety BC–licensed technicians as part of a complete repair or installation.

Parts often involved in this repair

Genuine OEM parts we supply and professionally install — never for DIY.

Our Guarantees & Warranties

Every repair and installation is backed by genuine parts, licensed workmanship, and a promise to make it right.

Workmanship Guarantee

Every repair and installation is backed by our written workmanship guarantee. If a part we installed fails because of our work, we make it right.

Genuine OEM Parts

We fit only manufacturer-original (OEM) components so your boiler performs to spec and keeps its factory warranty intact.

Manufacturer Warranty Honoured

As an authorised service provider for the brands we work on, our installs preserve and register your manufacturer parts warranty.

Licensed & Insured

All work is completed by Technical Safety BC–licensed gas fitters. We are fully licensed, bonded and insured for your protection.

Up-Front Pricing

You approve the diagnosis and quote before any work begins. No hidden fees and no surprise charges.

Satisfaction Commitment

Backed by the full HVAC resources of CanroHeat.ca and four decades of service in Greater Vancouver since 1985.

Frequently Asked Questions

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