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Gas stoves and ranges: troubleshooting and repair-or-replace guidance
Separate moisture, burner-cap, ignition, and airflow issues from gas-control problems that should never be handled as a homeowner repair.
Start with the symptom
Common problems
Burner won’t ignite
A wet or dirty burner cap is common; gas odor or repeated failed ignition needs professional attention.
Compare costs for this problem →Burner keeps clicking
Moisture, a misaligned burner cap, or a dirty igniter can cause continuous sparking.
Compare costs for this problem →Flame is weak or uneven
Blocked burner ports or a misplaced cap are common. Yellow flames throughout the appliance require service.
Compare costs for this problem →Oven won’t heat
A failed igniter is common. Do not test gas valves or ignition circuits yourself.
Compare costs for this problem →Homeowner-safe help
Related guides
Gas stove keeps clicking? Check the knobs, moisture, and burner caps
Clicking while a burner ignites—and several igniters clicking together—can be normal. Clicking with every knob off may follow a spill or cleaning, but persistent sparking needs service.
Read guide →Gas stove burner won’t ignite: what to check first
A wet burner, misplaced cap, or blocked port may be simple. A gas odor is an immediate stop signal.
Read guide →What an appliance repair visit can cost—and what to ask
A useful quote separates diagnosis, labor, parts, travel, warranty, and any return visit.
Read guide →Make the next decision
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