Lang 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 Lang griddles across St. Augustine. Most calls get a same-day slot — our vans cover this area daily.

Why your Lang griddle is burner not igniting
Catching burner not igniting early on a Lang griddle is usually straightforward: surface burner clicks but no flame, or no spark at all. Igniter, spark module, or gas valve. The usual culprit is loose igniter wiring. Left unaddressed, the kitchen loses a station it can't work around.
Most likely causes
- Loose igniter wiring
- A dirty or wet igniter
- Clogged burner ports
- A faulty gas valve
- Failed spark module
Known Lang griddle weak points
- Convection blower run-capacitor degradation slows the fan and lengthens bake times
- Griddle snap-disc thermostat drift causing hot and cold spots across the plate
- Door gasket flattening and hinge wear letting heat escape
- Solid-state control board and contactor failures
Quick check — and when it's not DIY
The one self-check that's actually worth your time: 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 that doesn't fix it, 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 Lang griddle systematically and pinpoints what's actually causing the burner not igniting. OEM parts available through Middleby and Parts Town; gas models require a licensed technician. Most burner not igniting jobs finish same-day, at a flat price, under our warranty.
Independent commercial service experienced with Lang cooking equipment; not authorized by or a factory dealer for the manufacturer.
What St. Augustine homeowners say
on the First Coast
“Called about our Lang griddle in the morning and it was running again by evening. Stood behind the warranty and used a real Lang OEM part, not a knockoff.”
“Called late at night and a tech was here by mid-morning to look at the Lang griddle. Fixed on the first visit — the flat price matched the quote exactly, no upsell.”
“Two other shops couldn't fit us in — these guys fixed the Lang griddle the same day. Genuine Lang part, flat price, and done in a single visit.”
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Frequently asked questions
How fast can you get to 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.
Do you warranty your repairs?
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.
Is there a fee for the diagnostic?
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.
What does a Lang griddle that is burner not igniting usually cost?
Typical costs for a Lang griddle that is burner not igniting land between $200–$880, parts and labour included. The $149 call-out is applied to the job and the quote is flat — no meter running.
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