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 on
If 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 slowly
A fan that isn’t operating correctly can be caused by a blocked motor, worn bearings, or build-up of grease. Cleaning the fan blades and housing often restores performance, but some repairs require an engineer.

3. Lights not working
Hood lights can fail due to blown bulbs, faulty wiring, or LED driver issues. Replacing bulbs may solve the problem, but electrical faults should be assessed by a qualified engineer.

4. Excessive noise
Buzzing, rattling, or humming noises can indicate loose components, a failing motor, or worn fan bearings. While minor noise may be normal, loud or unusual sounds often require repair.

5. Poor extraction or odour removal
Reduced airflow can be caused by clogged filters, blocked ducts, or a malfunctioning fan. Cleaning or replacing filters can improve performance, but persistent extraction issues may need professional attention.

Quick Checks You Can Try

• Ensure the hood is plugged in and the power supply is working.
• Clean grease filters and inspect for blockages.
• Check that the fan blades are free from obstructions.
• Test lights and replace bulbs if needed.
• Reset the appliance by switching off the power at the wall for a few minutes.

If these steps don’t restore proper function, booking a qualified engineer is the safest way to ensure your cooker hood works efficiently and safely.

Why Choose Glotech Repairs for Cooker Hood Repairs

• Over 50 years of experience repairing cooker hoods and other major appliances
• Engineers covering London, Surrey, Hertfordshire, Essex, Cambridgeshire, and nationwide
• Genuine spare parts fitted with full manufacturer warranties
• Repairs carried out for all major brands including Bosch, Miele, Hotpoint, Siemens, AEG, Beko, and more
• Fast, reliable service from fully trained engineers

Keep Your Cooker Hood Working Efficiently

Don’t let a faulty cooker hood affect your kitchen environment. Whether it’s not powering on, making unusual noises, or failing to extract properly, Glotech Repairs provides professional, dependable repairs to get your appliance back to full working order.

Glotech Repairs – your trusted cooker hood repair specialists across the UK.