Why your gas firepit wont stay lit and how to fix it

It's incredibly frustrating when you've gathered the family for s'mores only to realize your gas firepit wont stay lit no matter how many times you click the igniter. You see a flame for a second, you let go of the knob, and poof—it's gone. This is a common headache for many backyard enthusiasts, but the good news is that most of the time, the fix is something you can handle yourself without calling in an expensive technician. ...

February 27, 2026 · 7 min · Sherri Samuel