Ovens are included in most homes whether they are rented or bought, and this means that tenants or new homeowners often inherit oven issues. The most common problem with older ovens is that they do not heat or regulate the temperature correctly, and this is the most common problem our oven repair specialists fix. The specific causes for oven temperature problems can be many, and the appliance repair experts at Fixzit explain them in detail this article.

1. Oven Seals
If you can stick a piece of paper between the oven door and the inside of the oven, it’s likely that the seals need replacing which will also save on energy consumption. Worn, torn or degraded oven seals can let temperature escape and make it difficult to maintain higher temperatures for baking and add to your electric or gas bill.

2. Broken Elements
Broil and bake elements are located at the roof and base of the oven. Sometimes the cause of uneven cooking of food is because one of these elements has stopped working. You can visually check that they are working to see if each element is red in colour while the oven is on. Fortunately heating elements can be easily replaced by an electrician. Corroded or damaged wiring can also be the cause of broken oven elements.

3. Thermostat and temperature Seals
The most likely cause of an oven overheating is a faulty thermostat which regulates the oven temperature and switches the oven element on and off to maintain the desired temperature. These can break off or become loose which can cause problems with overheating making it difficult to cook.

4. Oven Insulation has become degraded
Insulation helps keep heat within an oven and help food cook evenly. Over time this can degrade especially if it has become covered in greases and oils. If you start seeing insulation material bleeding out of the oven, coming from walls and oven casing, it’s time to have the oven inspected and insulation replaced. Sometimes mice can make the oven their home and use the insulation for nesting, so if you’ve seen droppings the sooner you act the better.

If your oven is not heating correctly and you are renting, it’s the landlord’s responsibility to fix it. Old ovens can be inefficient, and Fixzit appliance repair specialists will provide honest advice on what your best course of action is with malfunctioning ovens. Sometimes the fix is easy, and you can enjoy your trusty oven as it should be once again.

To find out more about oven or other appliance repairs and to arrange an inspection, call us today on 1300 726 806.