Reasons Why Your Stove is Not Lighting But Clicking

You’re ready to cook up a storm, say, some Ottawa Valley tourtière or a few pans of maple syrup cookies, but your stove has other ideas. Instead of turning on it just keeps on clicking. Well, if your stove isn’t lighting and is instead clicking, fear not; we’re here to help you figure out what’s wrong and how to fix it with stove repair services so that you’re back to preparing that gourmet meal in no time.

Max Stove Repair services are just a call away. We can help you with same-day stove repairs in Ottawa, so you can have your stove back in function without any delay!

Why Is My Stove Clicking but Not Lighting?

Well, there you have it, a few reasons why your stove may be clicking but not lighting:

Check the Burner Cap

Eliminate the easiest solution first: the burner cap. Dislodged, it might block the gas from reaching the igniter, hence the clicking sound with no fire. Verify that the cap is fitted in place correctly.

Moisture Testing

If your stove igniter has become wet—perhaps from a spill or when cleaning—it may simply click and not light. The presence of moisture can inhibit the igniter from sparking. Allow some time for it to dry, or speed up the drying process by using a hairdryer set to low.

Unclog the Burner Ports

Cooking at times clogs the burner ports through grease, food particles, or dust. Clear the burner port carefully by running a needle or pin through it, and ensure you do not harm yourself in the process.

Check the Igniter

If you still hear the clicks but with no flames, the igniter could well be worn out. Over time, as most people regularly use their igniter, these parts will wear out and break down. An already worn-out igniter would fail to light up the gas, hence the relentless clicking. This may be a good time to call in the professionals to replace the igniter.

Problems with Gas Supply

Sometimes it is not the stove but the gas supply that creates the problem. If you have natural gas, check the delivery line for a kink in it, and make sure the gas valve is open all of the way. If you are operating off of propane, check to make sure that your tank is not empty, and the connection is secure. At any given time, a stove may have one or many problems; there’s always something not to worry about, though. Our competent technicians can diagnose and do any necessary repairs at your location on the same day of your call, wherever you may be in Ottawa. We would be equally pleased to supply a no-obligation free quotation in advance of doing any work.

Ready to put a stop to that clicking and get your oven lighting correctly? Call our team for professional appliance repairs. We’ll get you back to cooking with ease!

Why Call Max Appliance Repair?

Here’s why Ottawa residents love us for their appliance repairs:

We come prepared: Our technicians come geared with all the tools and parts on their truck to finish your stove repair on the same visit.
Same-day service: Fast stove repair services; get back to cooking sooner.
Expert repairs: Our team is efficient, effective, and well-versed in the art of stove repairs.
Free service call: Every repair comes with a free service call, since fixing your stove shouldn’t have to cost a fortune.
Local and reliable: Family-owned, committed to serving the greater Ottawa area with honesty and top-notch service.
Warranty Included: We provide up to 3 months warranty on most of the parts, which assures you while cooking and makes us there for you.