Star Char-Broiler Burner Not Igniting in Palm Valley, 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 Palm Valley. Our trucks run this area every day, so next-day is the norm and same-day is common.

Why your Star char-broiler is burner not igniting
When a Star char-broiler is burner not igniting, here's what you'll usually notice: surface burner clicks but no flame, or no spark at all. Igniter, spark module, or gas valve. More often than not it traces back to loose igniter wiring. Left unaddressed, the kitchen loses a station it can't work around.
Most likely causes
- Failed spark module
- A weak spark electrode
- A faulty gas valve
- A dirty or wet igniter
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 you call anyone, check whether other burners on the same unit ignite normally, which narrows the fault to one burner or the whole unit. Once you've ruled that out, if it still won't spark, the igniter, spark module, or gas valve is at fault, and gas components aren't a homeowner repair by code in most areas.
How we fix it
We start with a full diagnostic on the Star char-broiler, confirm the real fault, then price it flat. OEM parts are widely available through the Middleby/Star network and Parts Town; gas charbroiler repairs need a licensed technician. You approve a flat price up front, and the work is backed by our labour and parts warranty.
Independent commercial service experienced with Star cooking equipment; not authorized by the manufacturer.
What Palm Valley homeowners say
on the First Coast
“The Star char-broiler broke right before the weekend and they still came out same-day. The tech explained exactly what went wrong before touching anything.”
“No waiting around — the Star char-broiler was diagnosed within an hour of the tech arriving. No runaround — they told me honestly what it needed and fixed just that.”
“They squeezed our Star char-broiler in on a busy day and still showed up inside the window. The diagnostic fee came off the repair total, just like they promised.”
Other Star char-broiler problems we fix
Frequently asked questions
Is the repair guaranteed?
Every repair is backed by a 1-year labour warranty and a 6-month parts warranty. If the same issue returns in that window, we come back at no charge.
Is there a fee for the diagnostic?
We charge $149 for a full diagnostic, credited to the repair if you proceed. No separate trip fee and no surcharges added later.
How fast can you get to Palm Valley?
Same-day is common in Palm Valley. Our trucks run the area every day and emergency slots are held open for breakdowns that can't wait.
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.
Get same-day service in Palm Valley.
Flat-rate pricing, 1 year labour warranty, and fast dispatch.