Imperial Griddle Burner Not Igniting in St. Augustine, FL
Surface burner clicks but no flame, or no spark at all. Igniter, spark module, or gas valve. We fix this on Imperial griddles across St. Augustine. Call before noon and there's a good chance of a same-day visit.
Why your Imperial griddle is burner not igniting
When a Imperial griddle 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. Nine times out of ten it comes down to loose igniter wiring. Left unaddressed, the kitchen loses a station it can't work around.
Most likely causes
- A faulty gas valve
- Clogged burner ports
- A dirty or wet igniter
- Failed spark module
- A weak spark electrode
Known Imperial griddle weak points
- standing-pilot and thermocouple failures preventing burner ignition
- burner valve and orifice wear causing weak or uneven flame
- oven and fryer thermostat drift affecting temperature accuracy
- griddle plate warping and thermostat faults over heavy use
Quick check — and when it's not DIY
Worth checking yourself first: 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. Beyond that, 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
An experienced tech tests the Imperial griddle systematically and pinpoints what's actually causing the burner not igniting. OEM parts are available (Imperial is now Middleby-owned) through Parts Town and PartsFPS; gas work requires 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 Imperial cooking equipment; not authorized by the manufacturer.
What St. Augustine homeowners say
on the First Coast
“No waiting around — the Imperial griddle was diagnosed within an hour of the tech arriving. No runaround — they told me honestly what it needed and fixed just that.”
“The Imperial griddle broke right before the weekend and they still came out same-day. The tech explained exactly what went wrong before touching anything.”
“Same-day response — a tech was diagnosing the Imperial griddle hours after I called. Fair price, no surprise fees, and the Imperial griddle has worked perfectly since.”
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Frequently asked questions
What if the same problem comes back?
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.
Do you offer same-day service 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 there a fee for the diagnostic?
A flat $149 covers the on-site diagnosis and rolls into the repair price. What we quote is what you pay — no add-ons.
What's the price for a Imperial griddle that is burner not igniting?
Most repairs for a Imperial griddle that is burner not igniting 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.
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