Oven Not Heating — Fault Guide

A practical guide from Go Assist Bournemouth engineers.

Why is my oven not heating up?

Electric ovens most commonly stop heating due to a failed heating element (check for visible burn marks or breaks) or a faulty thermostat. In fan ovens, the fan motor can seize, leaving the element on but heat not circulating. A gas oven that won't heat may have a faulty igniter or thermocouple — always call a Gas Safe registered engineer for gas faults.

Should you try to repair this yourself?

Basic checks — like cleaning a filter or checking the clock timer — are safe to do yourself. However, repairs involving electrical components, gas connections, motors or sealed systems should always be carried out by a qualified engineer. Attempting these repairs yourself may void your appliance warranty and could be dangerous.

Book a local engineer in Bournemouth

If you've run through the basic checks and the fault persists, Go Assist Bournemouth can send a local engineer the same day or next day. Our engineers carry common spare parts and diagnose most faults in a single visit.