September 11th, 2025 · Posted in advice centre, built in, cooking Common Cooker Hood Problems and How Glotech Repairs Can Help Cooker hoods are essential for keeping kitchens smoke- and odour-free, but like all appliances, they can develop faults over time. Knowing the most frequent issues—and how to address them—can help maintain performance and prevent costly repairs. With over 50 years of experience, Glotech Repairs helps homes across the UK keep their cooker hoods working efficiently and reliably. Common Cooker Hood Issues 1. Hood won’t turn onIf the cooker hood fails to power up, the problem may be a blown fuse, faulty switch, or a wiring issue. Checking the plug and power supply is a simple first step, but persistent faults require professional attention. 2. Fan not working or spinning slowlyA fan that isn’t operating correctly can be caused by a blocked motor, worn bearings, or… Read more ...
September 11th, 2025 · Posted in advice centre, built in, cooking Common Gas Hob Problems and How Glotech Repairs Can Help Gas hobs are reliable and widely used in kitchens across the UK, but they can develop faults that affect safety and performance. Knowing the most common issues and simple checks can help prevent accidents and keep your hob working efficiently. With over 50 years of experience, Glotech Repairs helps homes get their gas hobs back to full working order safely and quickly. Common Gas Hob Issues 1. Burners won’t igniteIf the flame doesn’t light, this may be caused by clogged burner ports, faulty ignition electrodes, or gas supply issues. Cleaning the burners and checking that the gas is turned on can sometimes resolve the problem. 2. Weak or uneven flameA flame that is too low or uneven often indicates blocked burner holes, low gas pressure,… Read more ...
September 11th, 2025 · Posted in advice centre, built in, cooking, fault codes, frequently asked questions Common Induction Hob Problems and How Glotech Repairs Can Help Induction hobs are fast, efficient, and increasingly popular in modern kitchens. However, they can develop faults over time that affect performance or safety. Knowing the most common issues—and how to address them—can save frustration and prevent minor problems from becoming major repairs. With over 50 years of experience, Glotech Repairs helps homes across the UK get their induction hobs back to full working order quickly and reliably. Common Induction Hob Issues 1. Hob won’t turn onIf your induction hob doesn’t power up, it could be due to a faulty power supply, blown fuse, or internal control board fault. Checking the mains supply is a simple first step, but persistent problems require professional inspection. 2. Burners not heating or heating unevenlyIf one or more zones fail… Read more ...
September 4th, 2025 · Posted in advice centre, built in, cooking, fault codes, known faults Common Microwave Problems and How Glotech Repairs Can Help Microwaves are one of the most convenient appliances in any kitchen, but like all household machines, they can develop faults over time. Some issues are simple to resolve, while others require professional repair to keep your appliance safe. With over 50 years of experience, Glotech Repairs has helped homes across the UK get their microwaves back to full working order quickly and reliably. Common Microwave Issues 1. Microwave not heating foodIf the microwave powers on but doesn’t heat, it’s often due to a faulty magnetron, capacitor, or diode. Because these parts store high voltage, professional repair is strongly recommended. 2. Turntable not rotatingWhen the plate doesn’t spin, it may be caused by a worn turntable motor, broken coupler, or roller ring. Checking the plate is… Read more ...
January 20th, 2019 · Posted in advice centre, built in, frequently asked questions The Benefits Of Integrated Appliances When installing a new kitchen, there’s an overwhelming amount of choices to make that can affect both its appearance and the way that it works. One of these choices is whether to opt for appliances that are built into your cupboards and worktops or free-standing ones. We’re here to go through the benefits of having integrated appliances in your built-in kitchen. Integrated appliances are concealed, as opposed to regular appliances which are usually plainly visible and distinct. With most appliances, integration means that they are fixed to the inside of the cupboard door so that, from the outside, they match the rest of the kitchen and are completely hidden from view. Built-in appliances are also great ways to save space in small kitchens, as it’s… Read more ...
March 8th, 2018 · Posted in built in How to Extend the Lifespan of Your Fridge Freezer Without your fridge freezer, the food options that are available to your household are extremely limited, and you may find yourself spending a small fortune on items that go off quickly! That is why it is so important to maintain your fridge freezer correctly, to avoid any problems. Luckily, if your appliance is maintained efficiently, you could expect a fridge freezer lifespan of at least 10 years, so you shouldn’t have to splash out very often at all. To keep your bank balance safe, and your stomach fed, it is a good idea to keep your fridge freezer in good condition, with proper care and maintenance. Read below for some tips on how to do just this: Read more ...
September 27th, 2016 · Posted in advice centre, built in, cooking, dishwashing, laundry The Quietest Home Appliances If you’re looking for a quiet dishwasher or microwave, we’ve compiled a list of quiet domestic appliances to use in your kitchen or utility room. Read more ...
June 19th, 2015 · Posted in advice centre, built in, cooking, dishwashing, laundry Being Careful About Who Repairs Your Appliances Unfortunately not all repair companies are who they say they are and being careful about who repairs your appliances can save you both time and money. Here’s our guide on what to look out for when making a booking for a repair and what you should expect from your next repair provider. Read more ...
June 12th, 2015 · Posted in advice centre, built in Fridge Freezer Leaking Water Is your fridge freezer leaking? Find out what the cause of this is and what can be done about it in this handy guide. Read more ...
June 3rd, 2015 · Posted in advice centre, built in, cooking Repairing A Cooker Hood Is your cooker hood experiencing an issue? Read on to discover what is happening, why, and how to fix it. Read more ...
January 28th, 2010 · Posted in built in How to Ventilate Built in Fridge Freezers Not ventilating your built-in fridge freezer can cause a lot of issues. Use our handy guide on how to avoid this. Read more ...
