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American Range Griddle Not Heating in St. Augustine, FL

Appliance runs but doesn't reach set temperature. Failed heating element, igniter, or thermal fuse. We fix this on American Range griddles across St. Augustine. Call early and a technician is usually at your door that same afternoon.

4.9250 Google reviews1 year labour warranty
Commercial kitchen equipment
1-Year Labour Warranty
On every job
6-Month Parts Warranty
OEM original parts
Licensed & Insured
Insured for work in FL
Same-Day Service
Emergency dispatch
Urgent

Why your American Range griddle is not heating

Catching not heating early on a American Range griddle is usually straightforward: appliance runs but doesn't reach set temperature. Failed heating element, igniter, or thermal fuse. On this platform it's most often faulty temperature sensor. Left unaddressed, the kitchen loses a station it can't work around.

Most likely causes

  • Failed igniter or gas valve
  • Tripped thermal fuse
  • Faulty temperature sensor
  • A bad control board
  • Burned-out heating element

Known American Range griddle weak points

  • pilot/thermocouple and spark-ignition failures
  • oven thermostat and safety-valve drift
  • convection oven fan-motor and door-gasket wear
  • burner valve and orifice clogging

Quick check — and when it's not DIY

Do this first — it takes two minutes: confirm the griddle has power, any gas supply valve is open, and a simple reset — power off 60 seconds, back on — doesn't restore heat. Also, check whether an ignition click or spark is audible at all when it should be heating. Past that point, no spark or flame usually means the igniter or gas valve itself has failed, and gas-carrying parts are restricted to licensed work in most jurisdictions.

How we fix it

First we diagnose the American Range griddle end to end, so you're not paying to swap parts on a guess. OEM parts are available through American Range / Hatco distributors; gas component repairs require 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 American Range ranges and ovens, not authorized by the manufacturer

Reviews · on record

What St. Augustine homeowners say

4.9
250+ Google reviews
on the First Coast
★★★★★
The American Range griddle died mid-week and they had it sorted before I'd even rearranged my schedule. Stood behind the warranty and used a real American Range OEM part, not a knockoff.
Stephanie N. · Verified customer
★★★★★
Our American Range griddle quit on us and they had a technician out the same afternoon in St. Augustine. Fixed on the first visit — the flat price matched the quote exactly, no upsell.
Brian A. · Verified customer
★★★★
Called about our American Range griddle in the morning and it was running again by evening. Genuine American Range part, flat price, and done in a single visit.
Angela N. · Verified customer
FAQ · before you call

Frequently asked questions

Do you charge for the estimate?

The $149 diagnostic covers a full on-site inspection and is applied to your repair total. There are no hidden trip charges or surcharges on top of your quote.

How much does a American Range griddle that is not heating cost?

Most repairs for a American Range griddle that is not heating run $200–$880 including parts and labour. The $149 diagnostic is credited in full toward the repair when you go ahead, and you get a flat quote before any work starts.

Can you come out same-day in St. Augustine?

We do — St. Augustine 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?

We stand behind the work with a 1-year labour warranty and 6-month parts warranty — if it recurs in that time, we fix it again for free.

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