Why Is My Electric Oven Not Heating?

1) Your Electric Oven Is Not Heating Because It Is Not Plugged in.

2) Bake Element (Burned Out Heating Element)

A burned-out heating element is the most common reason an electric oven is not heating. These are the coils that glow red when they are in use. With time, they can get worn down or broken.

Signs to look for:
The element does not glow red when the oven is turned on.
If there are visible damage such as blisters, cracks, or burns.

DIY Fix:
-Disconnect power to the oven.
-Check the element for damage that is visible.
-If it gets damaged, it must be replaced. Many replacements are simple and economical.

3) Broken Temperature Sensor

The oven temperature sensor measures the internal temperature and works with the control board to maintain the desired temperature. If this sensor is bad, your oven may not heat properly or might not heat at all.

Symptoms:
Oven heats inconsistently.
The temperature does not fit the setting.

DIY Fix:
-Check the sensor (most often you will find it in the back wall of the oven)
-Resistance check (should be about 1,000–1,100 ohm room temp) using multimeter
-Replace the sensor if reading is incorrect.

4) Oven Control Board going faulty

The control board is the brain of the oven. If it is defective, it may not provide the proper voltage to the heating elements.

Signs:
-Oven does not respond to temperature selection.
-Other functions (timer, lights) are working but oven isn’t heating.

DIY Tip: Usually you need a technician to fix this. If you believe the control board doesn’t work properly, drift is swimming, you should contact a professional repair service.

5) Defective Oven Ignitor (If It’s Dual-Fuel or Has Gas Elements)

Some electric ovens use an igniter for heating the oven or have a dual-fuel arrangement. On some units, a faulty igniter can stop it from heating up at all if they are built in.

Test:
-Turn on the oven and listen for a clicking or humming noise.
-It can register no sound or delayed ignition.

6) Thermal Fuse and Circuit Breaker Issue

Your unit is fitted with a thermal fuse for safe operation electric ovens. If it blows, the oven can completely stop working.

What to Check:
-Check your home’s electrical panel for a tripped breaker.
-Use a multimeter to check for a blown fuse (professional help is recommended).

Electric Oven Brands We Repair
At Viga Appliance Repair, we specialize in diagnosing and repairing ovens from all major brands:

GE
Samsung
Whirlpool
LG
Frigidaire
Bosch
KitchenAid
Thermador
Miele
Wolf
And more!