If your oven has stopped heating, makes odd noises, or just isn’t behaving, you don’t have to panic. Most problems are caused by a few common issues that you can spot and sometimes fix yourself. Below we walk through the basics, from safety checks to easy DIY fixes, and tell you when it’s smarter to call the Nuneaton Appliance Repair Experts.
Before you touch anything, switch off the oven at the wall and unplug it if you can. A quick reset of the circuit breaker also helps if the oven tripped the fuse. Safety glass gloves are a good idea, and never work on a hot oven. Once it’s dead, you can open the door and start looking at the obvious problems.
1. Faulty heating element – In electric ovens the element is a metal coil that glows red when it works. If it looks broken, blistered, or has a gap, it likely needs replacing. A multimeter can confirm if it has continuity.
2. Bad thermostat or temperature sensor – The thermostat tells the oven when to turn the element on. If the sensor is stuck, the oven may stay cold. Check it for visible damage and test it with an ohmmeter; most sensors read around 1 kΩ at room temperature.
3. Oven control board issues – Modern ovens use electronic boards to manage heating cycles. If the display is flickering or settings don’t stick, the board may have a failed component. This is usually a job for a qualified technician.
4. Igniter problems (gas ovens) – A gas oven relies on a glowing igniter to light the burner. If the igniter is weak or cracked, the gas won’t ignite and the oven stays cold. You can test it by watching for a bright orange glow when you turn the oven on; a dim or no glow means replace the igniter.
5. Tripped safety interlocks – Many ovens won’t heat if the door isn’t fully closed or the safety switch is stuck. Open and close the door a few times to make sure the latch clicks into place.
If you’ve checked these items and the oven still won’t heat, it’s time to call a professional. Trying to fix a control board or gas component without proper training can be dangerous.
Our team knows every make and model that shows up in Nuneaton homes. We can quickly diagnose electric and gas ovens, replace elements, sensors, igniters, or control boards, and get your oven back in under a day. We also offer a free quote so you won’t be surprised by the cost.
Give us a call if you notice any of these signs:
Remember, regular maintenance keeps problems away. Clean the oven floor, remove food debris, and check the door seal every few months. A quick visual check can catch rusted hinges or loose wires before they cause a breakdown.
Fixing an oven doesn’t have to be a nightmare. By following these simple steps you can identify the most common issues and decide whether a DIY fix is safe. If you’re ever unsure, the Nuneaton Appliance Repair Experts are just a phone call away, ready to bring heat back to your kitchen fast and affordably.
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