Do you leave the pilot light on a gas fireplace all year?

If you're staring at that tiny blue flame and wondering do you leave the pilot light on a gas fireplace during the warmer months, you aren't alone. It's one of those classic homeowner debates where everyone seems to have a different opinion. Some people swear by keeping it lit 24/7 to keep the spiders out, while others can't stand the idea of wasting a single cent on gas when the sun is already doing plenty of work to heat the house. ...

May 18, 2026 · 7 min · Ishveena Edmonds