Appliance repair
Range & Stove Repair Requests
Requests cover gas and electric ranges with burners or elements that won’t heat, igniters that keep clicking, unresponsive controls or oven sections that misbehave.
A range combines a cooktop and an oven in one appliance, so a single request might involve a burner that won’t light, an element that stays cold, a knob that has stopped working or an oven that underperforms. Gas and electric models fail in different ways, and fuel type matters for diagnosis.
Share the details in your request and we will pass them to independent local repair professionals. They may contact you, examine the range, explain what they find and quote their own price for any repair you approve.
Signs Your Range & Stove May Need a Professional
- A burner won’t light or an element won’t warm up
- An igniter keeps clicking after the flame lights
- Knobs, touch controls or the display stop responding
- Flames look weak, yellow or uneven
Common Range & Stove Problems
Gas burner won’t light
This is often caused by a burner cap that is misaligned, burner ports clogged with food or moisture, or a worn spark igniter. A technician may also check the spark module and wiring, especially if several burners are affected.
Constant clicking
An igniter that keeps clicking frequently points to moisture from a spill, a dirty burner or a spark switch behind the knob that is stuck. In some cases the spark module itself needs attention.
Electric element not heating
Coil elements can burn out or lose contact with a worn receptacle, while radiant elements under glass may fail on their own. An infinite switch behind the knob or a loose wire connection can also stop an element from heating.
Controls not responding
Touch panels and digital displays can stop working because of a failed control board, a damaged touchpad, moisture or a power surge. A technician may check whether a lock feature is on before testing the electronics.
Safe Things to Check First
- Make sure burner caps and grates sit flat and in the right positions
- Let spills around a burner dry completely before trying it again
- Check whether the control lock feature is turned on
- For electric ranges, look for a tripped breaker in the panel
Safety: Never leave a gas burner on when it fails to light, and turn the knob off right away. If you notice a gas odor, don’t flip switches, light anything or use the appliance. Get everyone out of the home, then call your gas company or 911 from outside.
What to Include in Your Request
- Brand, model and serial number, often found on a label behind the storage drawer, inside the oven door frame or under the cooktop surface
- Whether the range is gas, electric or dual fuel
- Which burners, elements or oven functions are affected
- Any error code shown on the display
Range & Stove Repair FAQs
Why does my gas burner flame look yellow?
A healthy gas flame is usually mostly blue. Yellow or orange flames can be caused by dirty burner ports, a misaligned cap or an air-to-gas ratio that needs adjustment. If the color persists after cleaning, mention it in your request and stop using that burner.
Can one part of my range be repaired if the rest works?
Often, yes. Burners, elements, igniters, switches and oven parts are typically separate components. A repair professional can diagnose the specific problem and quote a price for that part of the range.
What should I do if my range is still under warranty?
Contact the manufacturer or warranty provider first, since outside repair work could affect your coverage. If the warranty has ended or the problem is not covered, you can submit a request here.
Send Your Range & Stove Repair Request
Send a free request in a couple of minutes. If an independent professional who serves your area can help, they’ll contact you to arrange a visit and explain their price.