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Stove Burner Not Working? Causes, What to Check and Professional Repair

One burner that will not heat, heats only on high, or will not turn off is a common stove problem. The cause depends on whether you have coil burners, a glass radiant cooktop, an induction cooktop or gas burners.

Joseph Services repairs stove and cooktop burners in homes across Montréal, Laval and the South Shore.

Safety First

If you have a gas appliance and smell gas, do not turn anything on or off, leave the home and call your gas supplier or 911 from outside.

What to Check Before You Call

  1. On coil stoves, turn the stove off, let it cool, and make sure the coil is pushed fully into its socket. Swap it with a working coil of the same size to test it.
  2. On induction cooktops, make sure the pot is induction compatible: a magnet should stick to the bottom.
  3. On gas stoves, make sure the burner cap is seated correctly and the burner is dry and clean.
  4. If a burner will not turn off, turn off the breaker and do not use the stove until it is repaired.

Common Reasons a Stove Burner Does Not Work

Failed Element or Coil

Coil and radiant elements burn out over time. A visible break, blister or bubble is a common sign.

Burnt Receptacle (Coil Stoves)

The socket a coil plugs into can burn and lose contact, especially if the coil was loose.

Infinite Switch

The control switch for each burner can fail, causing no heat, only high heat or a burner that will not turn off.

Induction Board or Coil

On induction cooktops, a power board, control board or induction coil can fail, often with an error code.

Gas Igniter, Spark Module or Clogged Ports

On gas stoves, a burner that clicks but does not light, or lights unevenly, usually has a dirty or wet burner, a bad igniter or a spark module problem.

How We Repair a Stove Burner

We test the element, socket, switch, wiring and controls, or the igniter and burner on gas models. You get a flat-rate price before the repair.

Why Homeowners Choose Joseph Services

  • Flat-rate pricing: a set visit and diagnosis fee, then one flat repair price that includes parts. If you go ahead, the diagnosis fee you already paid is deducted from the repair price. No hourly surprises.
  • 90-day warranty on parts and labour for every repair.
  • All major brands: LG, Samsung, Whirlpool, Bosch, GE, Maytag, KitchenAid, Frigidaire, Kenmore, Sub-Zero and more.
  • In-home service in Montréal, Laval and the South Shore, 7 days a week from 6 am to 10 pm.
  • Payment on site when the job is done, with an invoice right away.

Book Stove Repair with Joseph Services

Call 514-608-0650 or book online. We are open 7 days a week, 6 am to 10 pm, and serve homes across Montréal, Laval and the South Shore.