Why does my Thor gas oven smell like gas for a moment when it starts?

A brief, faint smell at ignition can happen as gas reaches the burner, but if it lasts or grows stronger the ignition may be slow and letting gas build up. Turn the oven off. If the smell is strong, leave the house and call your gas utility or 911 from outside, then have the ignition tested.

I rent in Uptown. Can I book a stove repair myself?

You can, but check your lease first, since many Uptown leases make the landlord responsible for appliance repairs. If your property manager approves the visit, we can coordinate access with them and with you.

Why does one coil burner on my Uptown apartment stove only work when I jiggle it?

That usually means the burner's terminals or the receptacle it plugs into have burned or loosened. Running it that way can damage the wiring further, so stop using that burner. The technician replaces the receptacle and burner as needed after checking the switch.

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Thor Stoves: What We Check First

When most people call a Thor a stove, they mean the brand's all-gas freestanding range: sealed burners under heavy cast iron grates on top, and a gas oven below with a convection fan and a broiler. It is the model that built Thor's reputation, and its weak points are well known. The steel and cast iron rarely give trouble, while the ignition parts on both the cooktop and in the oven carry most of the wear.

Weak oven igniter delaying the gas safety valve opening
Oven lighting briefly and shutting off during preheat
Burner switches clicking after spills or boil-overs
Oven thermostat or sensor reading off from actual heat

The full explanation, including what you can safely check yourself and when repair beats replacement, is in our Thor stove repair guide.

Renters, Owners and Who Books the Repair

Many Uptown residents rent, and leases often put stove repairs in the hands of the landlord or property manager. If that applies to you, check before booking so the visit is approved and access is arranged. Condo owners and investors who own the appliance can schedule with us directly, and property managers can set up a visit to a vacant unit between tenants.

Common Stove Faults in Apartment Kitchens

Freestanding electric stoves in apartments see heavy use and frequent tenant turnover. Coil burners that spark or heat only when wiggled usually have a burned receptacle, while a smoothtop burner stuck on high points to a failed switch. An oven that heats unevenly often has a failing element. Every stove should also be secured with its anti-tip bracket, which sometimes goes missing after a move.

With the breaker off, you can check that coil burners are fully seated in their receptacles. Avoid lining the oven floor with foil, since it can damage the element and finish. Our technician tests the burners, switches and oven circuit, and quotes the price before the repair.