A Maytag range had a gas burner that only lit with a lighter, with no clicking.
What our technicians usually find: a worn spark igniter, the spark module, a misaligned burner cap or clogged burner ports.
Mount Vernon, VA
Stove, Range and Cooktop Repair in Mount Vernon, VA
We repair gas and electric ranges along the Mount Vernon corridor, from burners that won't click to coils that stay cold, and quote before any work. Separate gas, radiant and induction cooktops are covered in the cooktop notes below.
Appliance Surgeon offers same-day and next-day visits to Mount Vernon homes and buildings. The $75 diagnostic visit is credited to the repair, labor starts at $200 on about 9 in 10 repairs, and every repair carries a 90-day parts-and-labor warranty.
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Same-day and next-day visits.
Open 7 days until 10 PM (Sundays from 10 AM)
Diagnostic visit: $75, or $115 for a double unit.
Credited toward your repair when you approve the quote.
90-day warranty on parts and labor, and a written quote before any work starts.
Mount Vernon notes
Ranges in Mount Vernon kitchens
Kitchens along the corridor cook on whatever the house came with: gas in some ranches and colonials, electric in others. Tell us which you have when you book, since the parts and the checks are different.
On gas, the Hybla Valley request listed here is a common pattern: a burner that only lit with a lighter and made no click. Turn each knob in turn. If the others click and that one doesn't, its switch is the likely part; if nothing clicks at all, it's the spark module or its power.
On electric coil ranges, swap the dead coil with a working one of the same size from another spot. If the dead coil works in its new spot, the original receptacle or switch is the problem; if it stays dead, the coil is.
If you smell gas at the range, don't light anything or touch switches. Get out of the house first, then call Washington Gas or 911 from outside.
Mount Vernon cooktops
Cooktop repair in Mount Vernon
A separate cooktop usually means the kitchen was remodeled with a wall oven, and the counter was cut to fit that cooktop. A new model may not match the opening, so replacement can mean countertop work. Most cooktop failures are parts that come out from above or below without touching the counter.
On gas cooktops, igniters, burner switches and the spark module cover most problems. On electric glass tops, it's elements, switches and the wiring terminals.
If you do need a new cooktop someday, measure the cutout first and look for models that list the same dimensions. Some manufacturers offer sizes meant for replacing older units.
For any gas smell, turn nothing on or off, leave the house and call your gas company or 911 from outside.
Glass cooktops also crack. If yours has, switch it off at the breaker until the top is replaced, since spills can reach the wiring through the crack.
Local requests
Stove repair requests in the Mount Vernon area
Company data; customer details are kept private. “What our technicians usually find” is the common cause of that problem, confirmed by our team. The technician confirms the cause on site before quoting.
Repair details
Before the technician arrives
The checklist our technicians follow on every visit is on the Stove Repair page.
Before the visit:
Remove cookware, write down which burner or oven mode fails and stop using the stove if operation feels unsafe.
Seeing an error code on the display? Look it up: Whirlpool range & oven, GE oven & range, Frigidaire oven & range, Wolf range, Wolf wall oven, Wolf steam oven, Thermador oven, or browse all error codes.
Helpful guides
Stove Repair guides from our technicians
Before you book in Mount Vernon, VA, these guides explain the most common symptoms, which checks are safe to try yourself, and when a technician should take over. All guides.
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Nearby coverage
Where else do we repair stoves, ranges and cooktops near Mount Vernon?
We also provide stove repair in Springfield, VA, stove repair in Alexandria, VA, stove repair in Lorton, VA, stove repair in Oxon Hill, MD and stove repair in Colchester, VA.
This location is part of our stove repair coverage across the DC metro area. See all appliance repair services in Mount Vernon, VA.
Neighborhoods we regularly cover in Mount Vernon, VA: Fort Hunt, Hybla Valley and Hollin Hills.
Frequently asked questions
Stove, Range and Cooktop Repair in Mount Vernon, VA FAQ
Can someone come fix my stove or cooktop today in Mount Vernon?
We're based in Alexandria, about 7 miles from Mount Vernon. Same-day and next-day appointments are available when the technician route has open windows; call or book online for the earliest option. Appointments cost the same on weekdays, evenings and weekends - our hours run 8 AM to 10 PM Monday through Saturday and 10 AM to 10 PM on Sunday, all at one standard rate.
Many stove repairs are completed in a single visit once the technician has diagnosed the fault and confirmed the parts on hand. If a specific part has to be ordered, we schedule a short return visit to finish the job.
How much does it cost to fix a stove or cooktop in Mount Vernon?
Appliance Surgeon charges $75 for the diagnostic visit, or $115 for a double unit (such as a double wall oven, washer-dryer combo or stacked laundry), and the fee is credited toward the repair if you approve the quote. Labor starts at $200 and stays there on about 9 in 10 repairs; more complex jobs can reach $450. Parts are extra and listed in the quote. Igniters, spark switches and burner elements are usually quick, economical fixes; gas valves and smooth-top control panels cost more. Diagnosis names the part, the quote comes before the repair, and a burner stuck on high is always treated as urgent. Typical price ranges by appliance are in our appliance repair cost guide.
What stove and cooktop problems do you fix in Mount Vernon?
Online stove repair requests from the Mount Vernon area have been for burners not lighting. Common calls include burner not lighting, weak flame, electric burner not heating, clicking igniter, control knob problems and uneven heat. The exact cause is confirmed during diagnosis. On cooktops, common calls include cooktop not heating, burner not igniting, induction error code, cracked glass concern, weak burner output and switch failure.
None of my burners click anymore. What failed?
When no burner sparks, the spark module or its power supply is the likely cause, or moisture from a spill in the switches. Check that the range is plugged in and the breaker is on. If it's still silent, book a repair.
Can I use my gas range during a power outage?
On most gas ranges, the cooktop burners can be lit carefully with a long match or lighter during an outage, but the oven usually can't, since its igniter needs power. Check your manual, and never leave a burner on unattended.
Will a new cooktop fit my old counter cutout?
Not always. Cutout sizes vary by brand and era. Measure the opening and compare it with the installation specs of the new model. Repairing the one you have avoids that.
My gas cooktop burner lights but goes out. Why?
On cooktops with flame-failure safety, a weak thermocouple or a misaligned sensor can shut the gas off. On standard burners, a clogged port or a cap sitting off center can make the flame unstable. Clean the burner and let it dry before anything else.
Should I try to fix the stove or cooktop myself first?
You can safely check that the burner caps sit correctly, the igniter area is clean and dry, and the breaker is on. Anything involving gas valves or internal wiring should wait for a technician - and a burner stuck on high should be treated as urgent, not tinkered with. On an induction cooktop, also make sure the cookware is induction-compatible; that alone explains many dead zones.