# Range oven door misaligned or not sealing

> Range oven door misaligned or not sealing: symptoms, likely causes and how a technician diagnoses it. Common AGA issue. Mon–Sun 8:00AM–8:00PM. Call or text 206-427-7323.

Common issue — here is how we diagnose it, which parts are usually involved, and when to call a pro.

**Common** · Professional recommended

## What you will notice

- Visible gap at one corner of the door
- Heat escaping around the door
- Oven not holding temperature
- Door will not latch cleanly

## What is usually behind it

- Hinge adjustment out (most common)
- Door seal damaged (common)
- Range not level (common)

## How a technician diagnoses it

1. Adjust the door hinges — the service manual shows the effect of hinge adjustment relative to the hinge pin centreline.
2. Inspect the door seal.
3. Level the range.

## Parts usually needed

- [Range oven door hinge](https://aga.repair/aga-range-door-hinge-replacement) (mechanical)
- [Range oven door seal / gasket](https://aga.repair/aga-range-door-seal-replacement) (seal)

## Appliances affected

- [AGA Elise](https://aga.repair/aga-elise-repair)
- [AGA Legacy](https://aga.repair/aga-legacy-repair)
- [AGA Mercury](https://aga.repair/aga-mercury-repair)
- [AGA Professional](https://aga.repair/aga-professional-repair)

> ⚠️ **Safety & DIY disclaimer:** guides on this site are for information only. Appliance repair involves 240V electricity, gas connections, refrigerant and heavy cast-iron parts — anything you do yourself is at your own risk and can damage the appliance or cause injury. The safe option is to book a qualified technician.

## Related AGA problems

- [Gas oven will not heat — bake ignitor glows but the gas valve never opens](https://aga.repair/aga-range-bake-ignitor-weak)
- [Range burner lights then goes out when the knob is released](https://aga.repair/aga-range-burner-wont-stay-lit)
- [Range cooktop burners will not spark, or spark continuously](https://aga.repair/aga-range-no-spark)

## Frequently asked questions

### Can I fix this myself?

Professional recommended. You can try the basic checks listed on this page; if the symptom returns, book a diagnostic visit.

### How much does it cost to fix this issue?

Every visit starts with diagnostics and a written estimate — the diagnostic fee applies toward your repair when you proceed. We never start work without your approval.

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## Book a repair

- Call or text: 206-427-7323 (Mon–Sun 8:00AM–8:00PM, Pacific Time)
- Book online: https://aga.repair/contact/
- Email: service@aga.repair
- Service at your home across the Seattle–Tacoma metro, WA. Diagnostic fee applies toward your repair.

Independent service company — not affiliated with or authorized by AGA / AGA Rangemaster (Middleby). We repair out-of-warranty AGA appliances.