Electric ovens usually fail at a bake or broil element, a sensor, or the control. Gas ovens often need a new igniter, which gets weak before it quits entirely. Uneven baking can be a sensor, a door seal, or the calibration.
Common problems
Oven not heating
On electric ovens, a burned-out bake element or sensor is common. On gas ovens, a weak igniter is the most common cause.
Check first: Check whether the broiler works but bake does not, and whether a gas oven glows but never lights.
When to call: Call if it will not reach temperature.
Oven baking unevenly
Uneven results can come from a weak element, a convection fan problem, a leaking door gasket, or an oven out of calibration.
Check first: Test with an oven thermometer in the center and avoid covering racks with foil.
When to call: Call if it is off by more than about 25°F.
Gas burner not igniting
A gas burner that clicks but will not light usually has a wet or dirty igniter, a misaligned cap, or a clogged port.
Check first: Let the burner dry if it got wet and make sure the cap sits flat.
When to call: Call if it still will not light. If you smell gas, leave and call the utility.
Oven temperature off
A faulty sensor or control can make the oven run hot or cold compared with the setting.
Check first: Check with an oven thermometer after a 20-minute preheat.
When to call: Call if it is consistently off.
Oven showing an error code
Oven codes often point to a sensor, door lock or control problem.
Check first: Write down the code and try a breaker reset once.
When to call: Call with the model number and the code.
Oven door or gasket problem
A sagging door or torn gasket lets heat out, which slows preheating and causes uneven baking.
Check first: Look for gaps or burned spots around the door seal.
When to call: Call if the door will not close tight or the hinge is broken.
Questions about oven repair
What oven problems do you fix?
Common calls include not heating, uneven baking, burner will not ignite, temperature off, error code and door or gasket. If yours is doing something else, call and describe it.
Which oven brands do you repair?
Samsung, LG, Whirlpool, GE, Maytag, KitchenAid, Frigidaire, Bosch, Kenmore and most other major brands. We are independent, so if the oven is still under the manufacturer warranty, check with the manufacturer first.
Where do you offer oven repair?
In homes across Harris, Fort Bend and Montgomery counties, including Houston, Katy, Sugar Land, Pearland, Cypress, Spring, The Woodlands, Conroe and Kingwood.
How do I book oven repair?
Call (832) 345-9300, Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 6 PM. Have the brand and model number ready and tell us what the oven is doing.
How much does oven repair cost?
It depends on the problem and the part. We diagnose the oven first and give you a price before any work starts.
Is there a warranty on oven repair?
Yes. Every repair comes with a 1-year warranty on labor.
Safety
If you smell gas, do not light anything or flip switches. Leave the house and call the gas utility from outside.
It helps to have the model number of your oven and a quick description of the problem when you call.