You've preheated the oven, waited patiently, but it's still not getting hot. An oven that won't heat is one of the most common appliance problems homeowners face in 2025 — and luckily, most causes are well understood. Here are the most likely reasons your oven isn't heating and what you can do about it.
Electric Ovens
Faulty Bake Element
The bake element is the heating coil at the bottom of the oven. When working properly, it glows bright red. If it's not heating, look for visible damage like blistering, cracks, or holes. A faulty bake element will need to be replaced.
Burned Out Broil Element
The broil element at the top of the oven can also fail. Inspect it for visible damage. If it's not glowing when the oven is set to broil, it likely needs replacement.
Faulty Temperature Sensor
The temperature sensor monitors the oven temperature and signals the control board to turn the element on or off. If the sensor is faulty, the oven may not heat at all or may not reach the correct temperature.
Gas Ovens
Faulty Igniter
The igniter is the most commonly replaced part in a gas oven. It draws electrical current to open the safety valve and ignite the gas. If the igniter is weak, it may not get hot enough to open the valve, and the oven won't heat.
Gas Supply Issues
Make sure the gas supply valve is fully open. If other gas appliances in your home are also not working, contact your gas company.
When to Call a Professional
While some troubleshooting can be done at home, oven repairs — especially gas oven repairs — should be handled by a qualified technician for safety. Contact Greenville Appliance Repair for expert oven repair service.
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