The cooktop (built-in hob) is a cooking surface that fits into the countertop — not a full stove. Just burners, with no oven. It is common in modern kitchens and compounds because it saves space and looks better. Its maintenance is specialized because it is built into the countertop.
Cooktops run on gas, electricity, or magnetic induction. Modern cooktops have vitroceramic or tempered glass over the burners. The most common faults: cracked glass, auto-ignition failure, or a faulty heat sensor. The most common brands: Bosch, Indesit and Fresh.
The most frequent faults we encounter while servicing Cooktop — ranked by occurrence.
Cracked vitroceramic glass from impact
A faulty spark plug module
A faulty touch sensor (on newer models)
A burnt magnetic valve for one specific burner
A clogged internal gas filter
A faulty electronic control board
Replacing the cracked vitroceramic glass
Repairing or replacing the spark plug module
Replacing the touch sensors
Replacing the magnetic valve for a specific burner
Cleaning the internal gas filter
Installing a new cooktop in the countertop
If the crack is small and has not reached a burner, the glass can be replaced. If it is large, replacing the whole cooktop is more economical.
The magnetic valve for that burner is burnt, or its spark plug is faulty. A simple replacement.
Yes — measuring the countertop, cutting the opening to the right dimensions, fitting the cooktop, and connecting the gas/electricity.
Yes — full maintenance for Bosch induction cooktops, with all their electronic sensors.
10-15 years, if the vitroceramic glass is not subjected to impacts.
On-site diagnosis, clear pricing before any work, and a 6-month written warranty.