When your oven isn’t working, it can be tempting to reach for the phone and call in an expert straight away. But did you know a lot of oven repairs can be completed with your own two hands? It’s hard to get started with DIY when you don’t know what you’re doing, but this post could help you to troubleshoot some of the issues you might be having. Whether you’ve been trying to find someone who can prove a replacement control board for your oven or are about to buy a brand new model, take a look at this list before your bank balance takes a hit.
Faulty oven door
It’s not safe to turn on your oven when the door doesn’t close properly, but a door that sticks or has come off its hinges can be equally problematic. Sometimes it’s as simple as replacing a few screws or springs, which you can pick up at your local DIY shop. If your oven has a sensor on the door, you might struggle to mend it yourself, but replacing hinges and springs can be easily done with a good pair of pliers. Don’t worry too much about making a mistake, just unplug your oven or turn off your electrics before you get started to make sure you’re completely safe.
Oven smoking
Smoke can be very alarming, especially if the food you’re cooking isn’t burning. Before taking apart your oven to check what’s going wrong, make sure you don’t have any grease build-ups. If you can’t remember the last time you gave your oven a deep clean, it’s likely that food residues are the main culprit. Buy a heavy-duty oven cleaner and some sponges and get to work. If this doesn’t solve your smoke problem, you might have to investigate further.
Oven won’t turn on
If your oven isn’t turning on then you might be at a complete loss as to what’s going on. While this could be a huge range of problems, it’s important to check your electrics before blaming your oven. Has your oven tripped a switch? Or maybe there’s something wrong with the sockets on that side of your kitchen. If the electrics aren’t the problem and you don’t have any experience with ovens, it’s best to let a professional take a look.
Very noisy
Similarly to smoke, an oven that’s making a loud whirring or buzzing sound can be a cause for concern, but this problem’s bark is often worse than its bite. A loud oven usually needs its fan fixing or replacing, which is fairly easy to do once you identify what kind of fan your oven has and where it’s located. If your oven goes quiet after this noisy period, your fan may have stopped completely, meaning your food won’t be cooking as evenly.
No light in oven
Not all ovens have lights, but if yours has gone out you probably just need to buy a new bulb. While these bulbs aren’t as easy to come by as those for your ceiling, you’ll be able to find a replacement in a DIY shop near you.
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