Appliance Repair in 08107 · Collingswood, Audubon & Oaklyn

A gas range that has given good service for years often starts to change in subtle ways before it fails. The most common sign is an oven that bakes unevenly or runs well above or below the dial setting. Cakes dome and crack, roasts take much longer than the recipe says, and an oven thermometer reads very different from the display.

On many gas ranges the oven temperature is controlled by a sensor probe inside the cavity and a control board, or on older models by a mechanical thermostat with a capillary tube. Sensors drift, and a mechanical thermostat can lose calibration. Some ranges allow a small temperature adjustment from the control panel, which may be all that is needed. A weak igniter also plays a part: if it takes too long to open the gas valve, the oven cycles poorly and swings in temperature. Door gaskets that are flattened or torn let heat escape, and a door that does not close fully because of a worn hinge has the same effect.

Range safety deserves a look at the same time. Freestanding ranges should have an anti-tip bracket so the range cannot fall forward when someone leans on the open door. Older installations often skipped it. Our technician will check temperature accuracy, ignition and gaskets and mention any missing bracket. If you smell gas at any point, leave the house and call your gas utility or 911 from outside.

Run the oven to 350 with a thermometer on the middle rack and note the reading after 20 minutes so we have a baseline. Remove racks and stored pans and clear the counters beside the range. Most streets have curb parking close to the house.