Oven Not Heating or Not Reaching Temperature

Common Symptoms

You may be experiencing one or more of these symptoms:

• Oven stays cold when turned on
• Takes much longer to preheat
• Doesn't reach set temperature
• Gas igniter glows but no flame
• Electric element doesn't glow
• Oven cycles off too quickly

Possible Causes

This expertise translates directly into our experience, these are the most common causes ranked by likelihood:

What You Can Check

Before calling for service, try these safe checks that may resolve the issue:

1. 1

   Observe igniter glow

   Gas oven igniter should glow bright orange for 60-90 seconds then light.

2. 2

   Check element visually

   Electric elements should glow red evenly - dark spots indicate failure.

3. 3

   Test with oven thermometer

   Compare actual temperature to setting to assess calibration.

4. 4

   Check gas supply

   Ensure cooktop burners light to verify gas supply.

5. 5

   Reset circuit breaker

   For electric ovens, try resetting the breaker.

When to Call a Professional

Contact a certified technician if:

• Igniter glows but gas never lights
• Element doesn't glow at all
• Oven trips breaker repeatedly
• Temperature is significantly off after calibration
• You smell gas when oven is on

Prevention Tips

Help prevent this issue from occurring in the future:

• Don't use self-clean on maximum settings
• Keep oven clean to prevent element damage
• Avoid covering oven floor with foil
• Use appropriate cookware sizes
• Schedule professional calibration if baking results are inconsistent