Star Char-Broiler Burner Not Igniting in Fleming Island, FL
Surface burner clicks but no flame, or no spark at all. Igniter, spark module, or gas valve. We fix this on Star char-broilers across Fleming Island. You get a two-hour arrival window, not a vague 'sometime today'.

Why your Star char-broiler is burner not igniting
The first things owners spot on a burner not igniting Star char-broiler: surface burner clicks but no flame, or no spark at all. Igniter, spark module, or gas valve. On this platform it's most often a faulty gas valve. Left unaddressed, the kitchen loses a station it can't work around.
Most likely causes
- A faulty gas valve
- Clogged burner ports
- A weak spark electrode
Known Star char-broiler weak points
- griddle thermostat and thermocouple failures causing no or uneven heat
- electric griddle/charbroiler element burnout
- uneven plate heating from failed burners on gas units
- pilot and gas-valve issues on gas charbroilers
Quick check — and when it's not DIY
Before booking a repair, confirm the burner ports and igniter are dry and free of spilled food or debris. Also, check whether other burners on the same unit ignite normally, which narrows the fault to one burner or the whole unit. If none of that changes anything, a gas valve or spark module fault means working on live gas and ignition components, which is licensed work in most areas.
How we fix it
Our technician runs a full diagnostic on your Star char-broiler and isolates the exact cause before quoting. OEM parts are widely available through the Middleby/Star network and Parts Town; gas charbroiler repairs need a licensed technician. The quote is flat, approved before we start, and every repair carries our warranty.
Independent commercial service experienced with Star cooking equipment; not authorized by the manufacturer.
What Fleming Island homeowners say
on the First Coast
“Two other shops couldn't fit us in — these guys fixed the Star char-broiler the same day. Clean, on-time, and they took the old part with them. Would call again.”
“The Star char-broiler broke right before the weekend and they still came out same-day. They clearly knew Star inside out and had the part on the truck.”
“No waiting around — the Star char-broiler was diagnosed within an hour of the tech arriving. Flat price agreed up front, and they stood behind the labour warranty.”
Other Star char-broiler problems we fix
Frequently asked questions
Can you come out same-day in Fleming Island?
We do — Fleming Island is on our daily route, with same-day and after-hours emergency slots. The earlier you call, the better the odds of a same-day visit.
Is the repair guaranteed?
You're covered by our 1-year labour warranty and 6-month parts warranty. Should the same fault return inside that period, the follow-up visit is free.
What does a Star char-broiler that is burner not igniting usually cost?
Expect $200–$880 for parts and labour on a Star char-broiler that is burner not igniting. We charge a $149 diagnostic that comes off the repair total, and nothing begins until you approve a flat price.
Do you charge for the estimate?
We charge $149 for a full diagnostic, credited to the repair if you proceed. No separate trip fee and no surcharges added later.
Get same-day service in Fleming Island.
Flat-rate pricing, 1 year labour warranty, and fast dispatch.