Did you know that one of the most neglected appliances in most homes is the oven?
It’s easy to close the door and forget what’s inside — until the smells, smoke, and uneven cooking become impossible to ignore. A dirty oven doesn’t just look unpleasant; it affects the taste of your food, the performance of your appliance, and even the safety of your kitchen.
If you’ve been avoiding the task or simply haven’t had the time, this guide will help you understand why oven cleaning is essential — and why many homeowners choose to leave it to professionals.
Why Cleaning Your Oven Isn’t Optional
Even if your oven looks fine, grease, carbon, and burnt spills build up quickly.
This buildup can:
- Impact flavour – old burnt residues release smells that transfer onto fresh food.
- Cause smoky kitchens – baked-on grease heats up and burns, creating smoke.
- Reduce efficiency – a dirty oven works harder, using more electricity.
- Increase fire risk – accumulated grease can ignite under high temperatures.
- Shorten the lifespan of your appliance.
For homes, landlords, and Airbnb hosts, a clean oven isn’t just about appearance — it’s about hygiene, safety, and performance.
Signs Your Oven Needs Cleaning Now
Many people don’t realise they need an oven clean until these issues appear:
- Strong, unpleasant odours when heating
- Smoke every time the oven reaches high temperatures
- Uneven cooking or longer cooking times
- A sticky, greasy door
- Visible burnt food at the bottom
- Grease dripping from the sides
- Guests or tenants comment on the smell
If you recognise even one of these signs, your oven is overdue for a deep clean.
DIY vs Professional Cleaning — What’s the Difference?
You can clean your oven yourself, but here’s the truth:
Most DIY methods only clean the surface.
DIY Cleaning
You may manage to remove some grease using:
- Baking soda and vinegar
- Supermarket sprays
- Scrubbing pads
However, these methods often require:
✘ Hours of soaking
✘ Heavy scrubbing
✘ Strong chemical smells
✘ Removing only the “easy” dirt
And they rarely reach deep areas like fan covers, behind panels, or the glass layers.
Professional Oven Cleaning — A Deeper, Safer, Faster Solution
At Open Cleaner Company Ltd, our oven cleaning service provides results that DIY simply can’t match.
We offer:
✔ Full dismantling of removable parts
✔ Soaking racks and trays in a heated dip tank
✔ Removal of carbon, grease, and burnt residue
✔ Glass cleaning inside and out
✔ Eco-friendly products
✔ No harsh chemical smells
✔ A spotless, odour-free oven ready to use the same day
A professionally cleaned oven:
- Heats faster
- Cooks more evenly
- Uses less electricity
- Lasts longer
- Looks brand-new again
For many clients, the difference is so dramatic that they realise they should have done it months ago.
Professional Oven Cleaning — A Deeper, Safer, Faster Solution
At Open Cleaner Company Ltd, our oven cleaning service provides results that DIY simply can’t match.
We offer:
✔ Full dismantling of removable parts
✔ Soaking racks and trays in a heated dip tank
✔ Removal of carbon, grease, and burnt residue
✔ Glass cleaning inside and out
✔ Eco-friendly products
✔ No harsh chemical smells
✔ A spotless, odour-free oven ready to use the same day
A professionally cleaned oven:
- Heats faster
- Cooks more evenly
- Uses less electricity
- Lasts longer
- Looks brand-new again
For many clients, the difference is so dramatic that they realise they should have done it months ago.
How Often Should You Have Your Oven Professionally Cleaned?
For best results:
- Every 3–6 months for frequent use
- Between guest stays for Airbnbs
- Before and after tenants for landlords
- After large spills or holiday cooking
- Whenever your oven smokes or smells
If you cook often, professional cleaning is an essential part of maintaining your kitchen.
Save Time, Avoid Stress — Let Us Do the Hard Work
Oven cleaning is one of the most time-consuming and unpleasant household tasks.
Grease, burnt-on food, awkward angles — it’s no surprise many people avoid it completely.
Instead of spending hours scrubbing, let us handle it.
Open Cleaner Company Ltd offers:
- Residential oven cleaning
- Airbnb turnaround with oven cleaning
- Move-in/move-out cleaning
- Full kitchen deep cleaning
- Eco-friendly, non-toxic options
Serving Edinburgh and surrounding areas, we’re trusted by homeowners, landlords, and short-let hosts for delivering high-quality, reliable cleaning.