Hob won’t ignite
The igniter or electrode.
Two companies trade as Foster: the Italian maker of built-in hobs, ovens and hoods, and the commercial refrigeration brand used in hotel and restaurant kitchens. We service both.
Pick your Foster appliance. Tell us what it’s doing and we’ll usually know the likely cause before we arrive.
The igniter or electrode.
Blocked jets from spills, a wet or cracked igniter, or a faulty spark generator.
The spark is there but gas isn’t reaching the burner: jets, valve or supply.
The element or thermostat.
A burnt-out element, thermostat or selector switch. On gas ovens, the igniter or valve.
A failed fan motor or fan element, or a thermostat reading the wrong temperature.
Greasy filters or a tired motor. Clean filters and a motor check usually bring it back.
A failed bulb, LED driver or switch.
Worn motor bearings or a loose fan and housing.
A dirty condenser, failed fan, controller or low gas.
A defrost fault or door seal letting warm air in.
Low gas from a leak, dusty condenser coils, a failed fan, thermostat or start relay.
For commercial Foster cabinets, keep the condenser clean. A blocked condenser is the most common reason they run warm.
Photos from our technicians’ recent jobs.
Still not sure? Call 0725 570 499 or send a photo of the fault on WhatsApp.
Yes. We repair Foster cabinets and freezers in hotels, restaurants and cafés, with maintenance plans available.
Yes. We fix ignition, burners, elements and thermostats on Foster built-in appliances.
The diagnosis is free. The technician finds the fault on your Foster cooker, tells you the full price for parts and labour, and nothing starts until you approve it.
Most bookings in Nairobi and Kiambu get a same-day visit. Common Foster parts travel in the van, so many repairs are finished on the first visit.
We fit genuine Foster parts wherever they are available and tell you clearly when only a compatible part exists. Every repair carries our warranty.
No. HomeFixit is an independent repair company and is not affiliated with Foster. If your Foster appliance is still under the manufacturer’s warranty, contact the seller first; once it is out of warranty, we can help.
Three quick steps. We confirm your time on WhatsApp.
Free diagnosis, genuine parts and a warranty on every repair.