Hi... my 10 yr old hot water heater (Bradford White) works great for about 12 hours, then the pilot light goes out. I am able to easily relight it every day but it goes out every day. I had a guy come out and said there is nothing more I can do than to replace the entire unit. Any other thoughts? Thanks! Mark

Hi Mehleck

It sounds like you have a MAKE-UP air issue here! Check out this Bradford white manual...scroll down to page 36 for "screen-lok flame arrestor cleaning":

http://www.bradfordwhite.com/sites/default/files/product_literature/44943-D.pdf

Here, it sounds like the filter is clogged...may only need to be brushed and cleaned to resolve the issue.

Please post back with results and if this saved you some big money I do accept tips...:)

Mark

I should mention that I have a Bradford White gas water heater. It has the sealed pilot light with the electric push button type igniter. I do not see any filters to clean or clear... am I missing something?

Thank so much for the reply. I plan to try this but step 4 makes me nervous so I am going to find a more handy buddy to help out. I certainly will post results and tip if it works. I just am not ready to take the plunge on a new heater when I think it is fixable still! Thanks again Mark! Mark