
RV stovetop and oven issues in Miami-Dade most commonly trace to three causes: failed igniter electrodes (the spark igniter corrodes in salt air and fails to produce spark), clogged burner orifices (small insects and debris are drawn to the warmth of LP burners and block the orifice opening), and LP system issues (regulator failure, low tank pressure, or a partially closed valve). Before calling for service, confirm the LP supply is open and the tank has fuel. If you have spark at the igniter but the burner does not light, the orifice is likely blocked. If there is no spark at all, the igniter has failed.

Igniter electrodes on RV stovetops are simple spark-gap devices - a ceramic insulator with a metal tip that arcs to a ground point when the igniter switch is activated. Salt air from Biscayne Bay causes oxidation on the electrode tip and ground point that increases the spark gap resistance until no spark can jump. Cleaning the electrode with fine steel wool can temporarily restore sparking, but corroded electrodes that have been cleaned typically fail again within a few months in Miami conditions. Replacement with a new electrode is the permanent solution and costs $85-145 per burner at your location. We carry standard Dometic and Atwood stove igniter assemblies on Miami service vans.

RV oven thermostat failure typically presents as an oven that overheats or cannot maintain temperature - the thermocouple or the thermostatic valve controlling the oven burner flow is not regulating correctly. Thermostat replacement involves replacing the entire control valve assembly, which takes 1-1.5 hours at your location. LP regulator failure is less common but more impactful - a failed regulator affects all LP appliances simultaneously (stove, oven, water heater, and furnace all underperform or fail to stay lit). A regulator that is failing in Miami heat typically presents as LP appliances that work in the morning but fail to ignite or maintain flame as the day warms up - heat-induced pressure fluctuation in a marginal regulator. Regulator replacement is a $95-165 repair.
| Service | Miami Avg. | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Burner igniter replacement | $85 - $145 per burner | 45-60 min |
| Oven thermostat replacement | $120 - $200 | 1-1.5 hrs |
| LP regulator replacement | $95 - $165 | 45-60 min |
| Burner orifice cleaning | $35 - $65 per burner | 20-30 min |
| LP pressure test | $65 - $95 | 30-45 min |
Pricing disclaimer: Figures are local averages for planning. Final price determined on-site by technician after diagnosis. We provide a flat-rate quote before work begins. Call (305) 912-8800.
We serve all 34 cities in Miami-Dade including Miami, Kendall, Homestead, Coral Gables, Doral, Hialeah, and all surrounding communities. See our full RV Appliance Repair page for complete pricing and information.
The LP system that feeds your stove, oven, water heater, and refrigerator deserves annual inspection in Miami conditions. Salt air corrodes the brass and aluminum fittings at LP regulators and connection points over time, creating small leaks that may not be immediately obvious. We test all LP connections with a calibrated electronic leak detector at every appliance service call - this is a 10-minute addition to any visit that can identify developing leaks before they become dangerous. The LP regulator is the most critical component: a failing regulator causes all LP appliances to underperform or fail simultaneously. A two-stage regulator with a POL connection at the tank and a half-inch outlet at the manifold is the standard configuration for most RVs. Regulator replacement runs 95 to 165 dollars and should be considered any time all LP appliances show reduced performance simultaneously without any other explanation.
If you can smell gas but the burner won't light, turn off the LP supply immediately and ventilate the RV. A gas smell without flame means LP is escaping. Call us for LP system diagnosis before attempting to reignite.
$85-145 per burner at your Miami-Dade location. All flat-rate before dispatch.
Yes. This is common in Miami-Dade where insects seek warmth near LP burners during cooler months. The symptom is uneven or no flame even with spark. Burner orifice cleaning resolves this in 20-30 minutes.
Yes. We service all campgrounds and RV parks including Larry and Penny Thompson Memorial Park, Miami Everglades Resort, and Homestead Campground, plus all storage facilities and driveways across Miami-Dade. Call (305) 912-8800 for same-day service.
All brands: Tiffin, Newmar, Winnebago, Jayco, Forest River, Grand Design, Keystone, Coachmen, Thor, Airstream, Lance, and all others. Brand-agnostic service across all systems.
We quote a firm price covering parts, labor, and travel before dispatching. That number is your invoice total. If we find something extra on-site, we stop and call before proceeding. Call (305) 912-8800 for a phone estimate.
Same-day for most calls before noon. Emergency response is 2-4 hours. Call (305) 912-8800.
Same-day across Miami-Dade. Flat-rate before dispatch.