How much does a cooktop spark module replacement cost?#
A cooktop spark module lands at $115 to $230 to replace, most often around $173. The igniter-firing part is moderately priced, and the rest of the charge is the labor to reach it, usually tucked under the burners or in the base. That keeps the job well under the $400 to $2,000 a new surface costs installed, so a clicking that never stops or a burner that will not catch is a routine repair, not a reason to shop.
Cooktop spark module replacement cost
- What it does: the spark module fires the spark that lights every gas burner.
- Signs it is failing: burners that will not light, a clicking that never stops, or no click at all.
- The repair job: replacing the spark module and confirming a clean light on every burner.
- DIY or pro: a moderate DIY job once the cooktop is unplugged.
| What you pay for | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Part plus basic labor | $115 |
| Typical repair | $173 |
| Premium part or hard access | $230 |
| A new cooktop, installed | $400–$2,000 |
Against a new cooktop at $400–$2,000 installed, a spark module repair at $115–$230 is usually the cheaper fix — unless the cooktop is already old or has other faults.
Pro note: a tech dries and reseats the spark electrodes first, because moisture or grease under a burner cap fakes a dead module for free.
Is replacing the spark module on a cooktop worth it?#
For any otherwise sound gas cooktop this is worth doing. Weighed against $400 to $2,000 for a replacement, the $115 to $230 outlay is minor, and a burner that clicks endlessly or refuses to light is a daily irritation as well as a small gas-safety concern. Unless the surface itself is cracked or failing, bringing the ignition back to life is the sensible call at almost any age.
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Cooktop Spark module replacement cost: FAQ#
How much does a cooktop spark module replacement cost?#
Expect $115 to $230, typically about $173. The part is mid-priced, and most of the bill is the work to reach the component hidden beneath the cooktop and test every burner afterward.
Is replacing the spark module on a cooktop worth it?#
Yes. Against the $400 to $2,000 a new cooktop costs, the repair is easily justified, especially since a burner that clicks without lighting or sparks nonstop is both annoying and worth resolving promptly.
What makes the spark module fail on a cooktop?#
Moisture, boil-overs, and spills work into the electronics, age takes its toll, or a single shorted igniter drags the whole assembly down. You will hear burners that click endlessly or find one or more that never throw a spark.
Can I replace a cooktop spark module myself?#
It is a middling job — the part often sits under the surface or in the base — but separating a bad module from one failed igniter takes some testing, so many owners let a technician confirm the diagnosis and fit it.
How long does a cooktop spark module replacement take?#
Plan on roughly an hour, covering access to the part, the swap itself, and a check that every burner sparks crisply and lights without hesitation.
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