At Appliance Repair Stars, a licensed and insured appliance repair company, we specialize in residential and commercial cooktop repair in Chicago, Illinois.
We help homeowners, landlords, property managers, short-term rental hosts, and even small commercial kitchens bring their stovetops back to life. We work on gas, electric, induction, and hybrid cooktops, including built-in models from the most recognizable appliance manufacturers in the U.S. and Europe.

When a thermostat fails, a compressor wears out, or frost builds up, we treat each repair like a delicate puzzle — inspecting, diagnosing, and fixing with precision to ensure your frozen goods stay perfectly chilled.




Every style of cooktop comes with its own engineering personality.A gas cooktop is mechanical and tactile — valves, burners, igniters, spark modules.Electric cooktops use spiraled heating elements and thermal sensors that behave like stubborn little thermostats.Induction units? They’re the geniuses of the kitchen, using electromagnetic coils and high-speed IGBT modules to heat pans while staying cool to the touch.
We repair all of these systems, from traditional gas stovetops to ultra-modern induction surfaces often seen in Miele, Bosch, or Wolf kitchens. Modular setups — those mix-and-match cooktop systems with a grill in one zone and a wok burner in another — are also part of our everyday work.
Whether your issue involves heat, electricity, combustion, sensors, or digital control boards, our diagnostic tools (multimeters, manometers, thermal testers) allow us to pinpoint the failure with accuracy.
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Our technicians are trained to handle every refrigerator type, from luxury built-in Sub-Zero units to compact Samsung and LG models. We provide clear, upfront estimates before any repair begins, ensuring there are no hidden fees.
Licensed and Certified Appliance Experts!
Appliance downtime can disrupt your Chicago household or business, which is why we prioritize fast response times. Most service calls are scheduled same-day or next-day, with fully stocked service vehicles ready to tackle common issues..
Available seven days a week!
We take pride in delivering reliable, lasting refrigerator repairs. Every job begins with a detailed diagnostic, followed by repairs using OEM or high-quality compatible parts. We ensure proper operation of all refrigerator systems before leaving your home.
This is the classic complaint. Sometimes it’s a simple issue like moisture under the burner cap. Other times it’s a worn igniter that can’t produce enough spark.Electric units have their own version of this problem — heating elements that burn out or thermostats that stop communicating with the control board.
Induction cooktops, especially brands like Bosch or Samsung, rely heavily on temperature sensors and control boards. When one sensor goes rogue, the whole system starts pulsing or shutting down early.Electric radiant smoothtops experience similar issues when infinite switches overheat or wiring harnesses loosen over time.
Gas cooktops often act like they’re trying to get your attention — tick tick tick tick — all day long.This usually comes from igniter wear, wet burner caps, or spark modules that have burned out after years of heat exposure.
Modern glass-ceramic cooktops look beautiful but behave like tempered windows: strong yet vulnerable to sudden impact.We replace ceramic-glass tops, induction surfaces, and radiant glass panels with factory-spec materials designed to handle high thermal loads.
When a cooktop won’t hold a steady heat, the culprit might be a broken thermostat, a failing simmer control, or a sensor that's sending incorrect data back to the board.High-end models use digital logic, so when a control board begins failing, it may behave like a moody computer — unpredictable, inconsistent, stubborn.
Sometimes the cause is as mundane as a tripped breaker.Other times it’s a burned-out control board, a broken power relay, or an internal short caused by years of heat cycles expanding and contracting the wiring inside the unit.
A gas smell is never “just a small issue.”Gas valves, manifolds, fittings, or ignition systems may be compromised.Electrical overheating smells suggest failing components or melting insulation — both urgent problems.
Cooktops endure more stress than most appliances.Heat expands components.Cooling contracts them.Moisture sneaks into places it shouldn’t.Coils weaken. Wires loosen. Sensors misread.Circuit boards get zapped by tiny power surges.
Over years, these issues stack up like dominos. And then one day, the whole system gives up.We help diagnose the underlying cause so failures don’t repeat themselves.
1. Schedule the Visit
You contact us with your cooktop’s symptoms, model number, brand, and any error codes flashing on the display.This early info helps our technicians pack the right parts.
2. Diagnosis on Site
The technician arrives with diagnostic tools — multimeters for electrical checks, manometers for gas pressure, thermal probes for sensor testing.They check ignition systems, heating elements, voltage ranges, gas flow, wiring integrity, and any visible damage to the cooktop surface.
3. Clear, Honest Estimate
We explain the issue in plain language. You get a transparent quote — no vague fees, no pressure, no upsells.
4. The Actual Repair
We install OEM parts when available and high-quality replacements when originals are discontinued.Everything is done to align with manufacturer specifications so performance is restored as closely as possible to factory condition.
5. Final Testing
We confirm gas ignition stability, electric/induction responsiveness, even heat distribution, and proper safety shutoff behavior.Then we clean the workspace and walk you through what was fixed.
A little DIY cleaning is fine. But call a technician if you experience:
• Burners that never heat• A strong gas smell (never ignore this)• Knobs or touch controls that freeze• Sparks or tripped breakers• Endless clicking• Cracked glass• Uneven temperatures• Smoke, scorch marks, or melted wiring
Gas and high-voltage cooktops are not friendly to trial-and-error repairs.
Many homeowners wrestle with this. We help make the decision clear.
Repair tends to be the better option when the cooktop is under 12–15 years old, or when failures involve single components like igniters, infinite switches, or thermostats.Luxury brands — Wolf, Thermador, Miele — also have long service lifespans, making repair highly worthwhile.
Replacement starts to make sense when several major components fail at once, when a control board is discontinued, or when the unit is 18–20 years old and efficiency has dropped noticeably.
We’ll give you the truth, not the sales pitch.
A few habits make a big difference:
Wipe spills quickly so moisture doesn’t seep into switches or sensors.Use cookware that matches the burner size — especially on induction, where oversized pots can trick sensors.Avoid dropping cast-iron pans on ceramic glass (they’re strong, not indestructible).Clean gas burner ports gently with a soft brush.Use proper ventilation to reduce heat buildup inside the cooktop frame.Every few months, check the power cord or gas connections for wear.
Small actions. Big lifespan improvements.
People appreciate that we offer same-day availability when possible, brand-certified technicians, transparent pricing, OEM parts access, and a safety-first mindset.We’ve also worked extensively with premium brands, which require precision, experience, and the right diagnostic tools.
We treat every kitchen — from compact apartment cooktops to high-end chef-style installations — with care, respect, and the thoroughness of someone repairing their own home.
Whether you’re staring at a burner that refuses to heat, a control panel that acts possessed, or a glass surface that suddenly cracked like ice under pressure — we’re here.Let’s restore your cooktop’s performance and give your kitchen its heartbeat back.

We’ve been helping homeowners and local businesses keep their appliances running smoothly for years. Contact our pros today.