<![CDATA[LECOMPANY - Blog]]>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:54:54 +0100Weebly<![CDATA[Why Rational oven is the most popular for restaurants]]>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 05:40:55 GMThttps://www.lecompany.co.uk/blog/why-rational-oven-is-the-most-popular-for-restaurants

Why Rational oven is the most popular for restaurants

When considering restaurant preferences for cooking equipment, it is necessary to take into account a combination of facility management and production standpoints. To clarify, facility management focuses on protecting the asset and achieving the lowest total cost of ownership. In turn, production focuses on using the asset to generate daily revenue.

In this post, we will explain why the Rational oven is the most popular for restaurants, both from facility management and production standpoints.

Facility management standpoint

Reliability and predictability

Rational ovens feature durable engineering, with an average lifespan of about 10–15 years. Besides, Rational ovens ensure predictable service costs and have protection against the "obsolete equipment" problem through at least the following aspects:

Reliable Rational oven service with comprehensive support network
Guarantee of 10-year availability on all service parts

Informed Management

Rational ovens are designed keeping in mind data-driven facility management. For example, their ConnectedCooking platform and built-in Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity enable at least the following:

Accurate energy management
Central distribution of cooking programs, software updates, etc.
Remote monitoring and diagnostics

The best Rational oven service in London

Production standpoint

Versatility

Rational ovens offer solutions for many different cooking tasks and almost every recipe. With just this single piece of equipment, restaurant chefs can steam vegetables, roast meats, bake bread, grill fish, and even poach eggs. In other words, a Rational combi oven can replace at least the following single-purpose appliances:

Convection ovens
Steamers
Grills
Fryers

This is a huge advantage for restaurants, as it saves kitchen space and reduces the need for multiple single-purpose units while still ensuring a more diverse menu.

Efficiency

Rational ovens provide unmatched efficiency for the busiest restaurants. Regarding the efficiency, the most valuable Rational feature is its intelligent climate management which enables:

Automatic time, temperature, and humidity adjustment
Production optimisation through identification of which items can be cooked together

Taken together, all this enables chefs to cook large volumes consistently and even cook meals faster. For example, chefs say that, when using Rational ovens, time savings can reach up to 30–50% compared to when using single-purpose appliances.

Conclusion

To sum up, Rational ovens are so popular in restaurants because they offer low downtime risk and low total cost of ownership while ensuring the versatility and efficiency that can match most of the restaurant cooking needs.

]]><![CDATA[LE Company July 2026 Updates]]>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:23:16 GMThttps://www.lecompany.co.uk/blog/le-company-july-2026-updates

LE Company July 2026 Updates

This is an article with some updates about our engineering company and the service we provide in London. We always improve our current services or expand the range of the services we provide along with the brands we cover. Within the last two months some of our engineers had to deal with two new major brands, which we cover now. Both will be discussed below.

Rangemaster range cookers

Rangemaster is a high quality range cooker that is a very popular appliance used by those who love cooking in London. Our professional engineers are capable to perform full assessment, service or repair of a Rangemaster. Visit Rangemaster repair page to know more.

Lincat Appliances

Lincat is a commercial brand that covers different brand appliances like:

Blu
FilterFlow
Specialist
Panther and Seal
Invoq and CombiSlim
Phoenix and Convector
Lynx Prime and Lynx400
Opus 800 and Silverlink 600

All of them are different but our engineers know how to deal with any of them. However, if you need to know more about it visit our Lincat repair in London page.

]]><![CDATA[Daily coffee machine maintenance tips 2026]]>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:29:28 GMThttps://www.lecompany.co.uk/blog/daily-coffee-machine-maintenance-tips-2026

Daily coffee machine maintenance tips 2026

When maintained properly your coffee machine can run for years. When neglected, even the most reliable appliances may fail. For example, in at least 30% of the cases we receive for La Marzocco repair, issues and failures are related to poor maintenance.

In this post, we will provide you with valuable daily coffee machine maintenance tips, divided into two groups – essential daily routine and additional daily care.

DailyLa Marzocco coffee machine maintenance tips 2026

Essential daily maintenance routine

Group head and portafilter maintenance

The group head and portafilter are two essential coffee machine components that we consider the first focus for daily coffee machine maintenance. So, after each use, take the following care steps:

Flush the group head for 3–5 seconds
Rinse the portafilter
Remove the portafilter

By flushing and rinsing, you get rid of coffee oils and residues that can bake onto the group head metal or turn rancid. By removing the portafilter when not in use, you prevent early wear and tear of the group head rubber gasket and prolong its lifespan.

Steam wand maintenance

Taking care of the steam wand is the second focus for daily coffee machine maintenance. When you steam milk, its particles get inside the wand. If left without proper maintenance, milk residues will grow bacteria and even clog the wand.

So, after every use, open the steam valve for 2 seconds and flush the wand. Then, wipe it.

Additional daily care

These are a few additional steps that we recommend to take for your coffee machine if not every use but at least at the end of the day:

Clean the drip tray
Wipe down the exterior with a damp cloth
Empty the water tank

If water or espresso leftovers are left in the drip tray, they become stagnant and grow mold. By cleaning the drip tray, you ensure proper hygiene. By cleaning the coffee machine exterior, you prevent grime from becoming stubborn and ensure good aesthetics. At last, by emptying the water tank you prevent sludge from building up and ensure no stale taste from stagnant water will spoil your espresso flavour.

So, turn this coffee machine maintenance routine into your habit and you will ensure a longer lifespan for your appliance, its hygiene and aesthetics, as well as ensure that nothing will ruin your coffee flavour.

]]><![CDATA[How to look after your grill during the summer season]]>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 04:43:07 GMThttps://www.lecompany.co.uk/blog/how-to-look-after-your-grill-during-the-summer-season

How to look after your grill during the summer season

While enjoying the delicious cooking that your grill provides, do not forget about the maintenance it needs. Proper in-season care not only helps to prolong its lifespan and reduce the need for a grill repair service. It also helps to ensure your cooking is free from any unwanted off-flavours.

In this post, we will discuss how to look after your grill during the summer season.

How to look after your grill during summer season in London

Crucial maintenance tips

Quick cleaning after every use

To ensure your grill hygiene, keep the unit clean. So, after every use, arrange a quick cleaning for your grill:

Spray the grates with lemon juice or rub the cut onion along the hot grates, use tongs
Cool the unit down slightly and scrub the grates with a wire brush
Apply cooking oil to the grates to prevent rust

Deep cleaning after heavy use

Arrange deep cleaning at least every 3-4 cooking sessions. If you had a lot of cooking, arrange deep cleaning in addition to quick cleaning right after the cooking:

Burn off any residue by running your grill on high heat for 10 minutes, the lid closed
Soften built-up grime by soaking the grates in hot soapy water once your grill is cool
Get rid of the grime by scrubbing the grates with a stiff brush
Check for rust and scrub it away, if any
Dry the unit and apply cooking oil to the grates to prevent rust

Other maintenance tips

Quick scrape for pre-start

Even if your grill is in good condition after the previous use, it still needs pre-start care. To clarify, after reaching the right temperature and before putting food on it, give the grates a quick scrape to remove moisture and light rust that may have formed.

Managing the ash and drip tray

Grilling produces a lot of fat and juices that flow into the tray. The summer warmth can turn old grease rancid, which will create unpleasant odours when you use your grill next. So, after every use, once your grill is completely cool, empty the ash (for charcoal grills) or the drip tray (for gas grills).

If a sudden rain hits while you are cooking, once it stops and the coals have cooled, empty the ash immediately. Leftover wet ash turns into corrosive sludge and rots your grill metal.

To conclude, it is necessary to add that proper grill care also includes proper storage. To clarify, when your grill is not in use, keep it dry and use a weather-resistant grill cover to protect it from rain and moisture.

]]><![CDATA[Recent: Sub Zero At Hamilton Terrace]]>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:44:48 GMThttps://www.lecompany.co.uk/blog/recent-sub-zero-at-hamilton-terrace

Recent: Sub Zero at Hamilton Terrace

Recently we repaired Sub Zero fridge at Hamilton Terrace in London. Most of the calls we receive these days are about faulty air conditioners and fridges. The heatwave in Europe and the UK affect these appliances the most, as the temperature in the flats goes over 28-30 degrees. For the fridges, you either have to cool down the room temperature using the air con or if you do not have an air con then the only thing you can do is to keep as much space inside the fridge as possible.

Another thing we suggest is to keep some space between the fridge and the wall it is attached too.

In case if your fridge is already faulty then do not hesitate contacting a professional engineering company like us.

]]><![CDATA[Why our London clients choose Sage coffee machines]]>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 06:06:26 GMThttps://www.lecompany.co.uk/blog/why-our-london-clients-choose-sage-coffee-machines

Why Our London Clients Choose Sage Coffee Machines

When visiting our clients on some repair or service requests in London, we often notice that many of them prefer Sage coffee machines to any other brand. In short, they say Sage coffee machines are ideally built to last and perform.

Sage coffee machine repair near you in London

Built to last

Due to elaborate component and casing engineering, Sage coffee machines encounter issues less often than many other brands. Still, if you need Sage coffee machine repair near you, you can always contact us and get the most urgent and reliable service.

High-grade components

Sage equips their coffee machines with high-grade components of great longevity and serviceability:

The heavy-duty parts, such as the steam wand and the burr grinder, withstand the load of frequent use perfectly
The group head gasket, the shower screen, and other critical consumable parts can also endure hundreds of shots and are easy to replace on your own

Robust metal casing

Sage coffee machines have robust metal casings, which also contributes to the machine longevity. To clarify, this casing provides a heavy base that absorbs vibrations during grinding and extraction. In other words, this casing ensures stability, which, in turn, reduces internal wear and tear.

Built to perform

Through their elaborate technology, Sage coffee machines provide coffee quality that is equal to those in specialty coffee shops:

Advanced PID temperature control and a pressure system provide stable temperature and pressure, which ensure optimal extraction
Low-pressure pre-infusion ensures a richer-tasting shot through an even saturation and lower water channeling
Steam wand is ideally powerful to generate the high-quality steam and create perfect microfoam
Integrated conical burr grinder enables fresh grinding, with numerous settings to tailor your specific beans

To conclude, it is worth mentioning that in addition to the ability to deliver delicious coffee and perform flawlessly for up to 10 years of heavy use, Sage wins popularity by covering any skill levels. To clarify, whether you are a beginner, coffee enthusiast, or true barista, among Sage coffee machines you will find the model that fits your espresso brewing skills.

]]><![CDATA[The Most Popular Locations We Visit]]>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:10:23 GMThttps://www.lecompany.co.uk/blog/the-most-popular-locations-we-visit

The Most Popular Locations We Visit

Our professional electrical engineering company has been working in London for more than 11 years. We have visited almost every area in Central London from SW11 to N19 and from NW6 to SE17.

Some locations were even at the edges of London, some of them were outside. Our clients were ready to cover our driving fees just to make sure that we can reach their appliances.

As the best engineering company in London we are always ready to reach our clients anywhere but Central London stays our main zone of responsibility. In that zone we can reach you within the shortest period of time and provide high quality service for your appliances. Therefore, in order to react fast we have to keep our area list limited and stay mainly in Central London.

Here is a shortlist of the most popular locations we cover in London where we can reach our clients in minutes*:

City of London
Westminster
Kensington
Chelsea
Camden

For more location visit our dedicated page.

]]><![CDATA[How to look after your home coffee machine guide 2026]]>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:12:25 GMThttps://www.lecompany.co.uk/blog/how-to-look-after-your-home-coffee-machine-guide-2026

How to look after your home coffee machine guide 2026

The aim of caring for your coffee machine is not only to have flavoured shots, but also to prevent early unit breakages. Based on our experience, in six out of ten cases when people turn for domestic coffee machine repair, proper care could prevent the issue.

In this guide, we will discuss how to look after your home coffee machine, starting from routine essentials and ending with advanced care tips.

The routine essentials

Daily maintenance

There are a few maintenance routines, simple hygienic activities, to undertake after every use of your coffee machine:

Rinse the portafilter
Purge the steam wand
Clean the drip tray

Respectively, these activities prevent oil build-ups, blockages with dried milk, and water pooling under your machine.

Weekly maintenance

Once a week, do not forget to arrange overall cleaning for your appliance. The routine should include the following activities:

Backflush and descale the machine
Clean the unit

By backflushing with a special detergent, you get rid of the coffee oil residue, which can ruin your espresso taste and clog the solenoid valve. By descaling with a recommended descaling solution, you get rid of mineral scale, which accumulates on the boiler and water pathways and can restrict water flow or even cause temperature instability. When cleaning the machine, wipe down the exterior, group head area, and steam wand to ensure no coffee grounds or milk residue are left behind. Then, wash removable parts in soapy water.

Advanced tips for preventative maintenance

Use the right water

One of the common causes for performance decline in espresso machines is hard water. For example, in areas with hard water limescale builds up twice as fast as in soft water areas. So, use water filters to remove extra calcium carbonate from water and soften it.

Drain and refill the steam boiler monthly

When you steam milk, you pull steam from the boiler but leave the water minerals behind. Over time, these minerals concentrate. So, regularly drain the water from the steam boiler and refill it with fresh water.

Proactively replace consumable parts

Don't wait for consumable parts to fail but replace them in time. Depending on the usage intensity, replace the group head gasket, shower screen, and portafilter baskets every 6-12 months.

To conclude, it is also recommended to arrange professional servicing for your coffee machine. An experienced coffee machine engineer will not just do a professional boiler descaling but can catch problems that are invisible to you – for example, faulty fittings or failing solenoid coils. All this helps you keep your coffee machine running for years and prevent costly breakdowns.

How to look after your home coffee machine guide 2026

]]><![CDATA[Gaggenau Oven Error Codes Explained 2026]]>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:28:40 GMThttps://www.lecompany.co.uk/blog/gaggenau-oven-error-codes-explained-2026

Gaggenau Oven Error Codes Explained 2026

When you see your Gaggenau oven flashing an error code, it can indicate temperature issues, communication errors, door and lock malfunctions, or just simple button or power faults, depending on the code.

Depending on the model, error codes may differ. In this post, we will explain the most frequent Gaggenau oven error codes. Some of these codes point to user-serviceable issues that are part of regular care, while others indicate a hardware failure that requires a professional Gaggenau oven repair.

Context

Temperature issues
Error codes indicating the need for maintenance
Error codes indicating the need for professional repair
Communication Errors
Door and button issues
Error codes indicating the need for maintenance
Error codes indicating the need for professional repair

Temperature issues

Error codes indicating the need for maintenance

If it takes an extremely long time to reach the targeted temperature, it could be a failed heating element or control board to blame. Heating element or control board replacement is a complicated procedure. Only an experienced engineer, qualified in electrical repairs in general and Gaggenau repairs in particular, should accomplish this task.

Error codes indicating the need for professional repair

Malfunctioning temperature sensor is often a main cause why a Gaggenau oven is not heating property. Typically, the signs of faulty temperature sensor are as follows:

Inaccurate oven temperature (lower than you set it)
Food burns on one side but is raw on the other

Fixing the faulty temperature does not always involve sensor replacement. If the sensor just got loosened from its mounting bracket without being damaged, simple adjustment can help. However, this is always a task that should be entrusted to a qualified Gaggenau engineer.

So, if your Gaggenau is not heating properly and DIY fixes cannot help, turn to a repair company with vast experience in deep proficiency in Gaggenau repairs. Gaggenau ovens are complicated and require not only special tools, but also special engineering knowledge – this is not a job for an ordinary technician or handyman.

Communication Errors

The following codes indicate issues with the main control board, control module, or internal power board:

ER9 – Power failure
ER2 – Unstable mains supply
E005, E305 – Data exchange failure between electronic boards
ER0, E010D – Lost communication between electronic modules

Try a hard reset (unplug for 5–10 minutes) to resolve a temporary glitch. If the code returns after a hard reset, you need professional help.

Door and button issues

Error codes indicating the need for maintenance

The following error codes typically indicate minor door issues or negligence:

ER7 – Door sensor cannot confirm the door is closed
ER11, E05-32, E011 – The control button held down too long or physically stuck

To restore ER7, check that the oven door is fully closed and nothing obstructs the seal. To restore ER11, E05-32, or E011, clean the control panel and release the button, if stuck.

Error codes indicating the need for professional repair

The following error codes indicate more serious door issues, and if a hard reset does not help, you need professional diagnostic and repair:

E106 – Door lock failed during self-cleaning
F40 – Issues with the door lock mechanism (Lock motor, sensor, or wiring harness)
E702, E704 – Data errors in lift-door electronics
F13 – Jammed meat probe or damaged internal probe wiring

So, to conclude, for any error code, start with a hard reset to ensure it is not a temporary glitch. If the error code immediately returns after a hard reset, contact us as it is a hardware issue that requires a professional repair.

Gaggenau Oven Error Codes Explained 2026

]]><![CDATA[Recent Job: Sage-Great outside, bad inside]]>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 06:45:19 GMThttps://www.lecompany.co.uk/blog/recent-job-sage-great-outside-bad-inside

Recent Job: Sage-Great outside, bad inside

One of the last Sage clients asked us to help him to bring to life his favourite Sage coffee machine. We organised the machine collection, so we could work with it and bring it back to him. When we saw the Sage for the first time we thought that it is almost new and as it happens sometimes there is something slightly faulty that can be fixed in a short time. However, when we opened up the machine...

Assessment and repair

So, the client found as a company that provides sage coffee machine repair near me service and decided to let us fix his coffee machine in our warehouse. We opened up the machine and saw that it is full of a very dirty scale.

The scale was not the main issue, but before starting the detailed assessment we had to start from the descaling. When the descaling was completed, we started the an opened assessment. When the machine is opened and running it is simplier to see at what stage the problem appears.

The assessment went quite fast and the tiny issues were fixed. Sometimes, we also suggest to perform some actions upfront in order to exclude some issues in the future.

Do I need the service?

Sometimes your Sage coffee machine may look absolutely new and be working with no issues for a few years, however not having a regular, dedicated service may lead to major problems. We suggest to perform deep cleaning at least once in 3 months, if it is too often for you then each 6 months. In that case you will save you more money avoiding scaling issues plus extend the lifetime of your Sage appliance for at least 2-3 more years.

What to do if you want to clean your Sage

In case if you already know that your coffee machine was not having a descaling and maintenance for long, visit our coffee machine service page and make booking. Our LE Company will do the best assessment and maintenance for any coffee machine brand you have.

]]><![CDATA[Recent Job: Sage coffee machine Is Back to Life]]>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:51:18 GMThttps://www.lecompany.co.uk/blog/recent-job-sage-coffee-machine-is-back-to-life

Recent Job: Sage Coffee Machine Is Back to Life

Most of our clients are coffee lovers. They drink it in the morning and during the day. Some of them choose simple coffee machines with capsules, some choose more complicated, professional version, but some choose the middle solution like Sage. Sage is a very powerful and high quality coffee machine that can deliver a very tasty coffee not asking for many actions.

The Sage machine that we repaired the last shocked our engineer with its collected scale and the time it required to be descaled and also serviced.

Descaling and Service Process

This time Sage coffee machine repair process took much longer than usual. The scale was very old and strongly attached to the inner parts. The client said that it was not serviced for more than 2 years, but used daily! And the only aspect that shocked our Sage engineer is why the machine did not break up half a year ago.

After the descaling process that took three rounds and additional hand descaling we started doing the full investigation making sure that none of the spares got rotted or became dysfunctional. There were some minor repairing needs but overall the coffee machine did well, that is why we love Sage brand.

The main issue of the scale

Yes, the service and repair process is not cheap, especially if people ignore regular appliance maintenance, however in case with the coffee machines the owners pay not only by money but also by their health. Imagine all that scale that surrounds all the pipes internally and externally it goes into each coffee cup you make. All those scale bits may collect in your organs and remind about itself after ages.

That is why we strongly recommend to perform maintenance actions at least ones in 6 months. It will save you ages of healthy life!

In case, if you are also a Sage coffee machine owner and did not service it for some period of time do not hesitate contacting us through our contact page!

]]><![CDATA[Why Is My Gaggenau Oven Not Heating Properly?]]>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 13:38:32 GMThttps://www.lecompany.co.uk/blog/why-is-my-gaggenau-oven-not-heating-properly

Why Is My Gaggenau Oven Not Heating Properly?

Context

Intro
Issues you can fix yourself
When to turn to professionals
Failed heating element or control board
Malfunctioning temperature sensor

Intro

In short, if your Gaggenau oven is not heating properly, there could be two types of issues to blame. For issues of the first type, DIY fixes are possible. However, for issues of the second type, you need to turn to a professional Gaggenau service.

Issues you can fix yourself

Gaggenau ovens are complex appliances, so there are just few issues to fix on your own. Still, if your Gaggenau is not heating properly, first check these simple issues before taking any other steps:

The unit stopped getting power
The Pure Steam mode is enabled
There is limescale build-up

If the unit first was well-powered but then stopped getting power, it stopped heating as well. Check the fuse box, or circuit breaker (RDC). Reset the breaker or replace the blown fuse.

If you enabled Pure Steam mode, the oven cannot get hotter than boiling point (100°C). Switch to the Combi mode to get higher temperature.

If your oven has a limescale build up, this can also prevent proper heating. Descale your appliance as it is recommended in the manuals.

When to turn to professionals

Failed heating element or control board

Malfunctioning temperature sensor

Malfunctioning temperature sensor is often a main cause why a Gaggenau oven is not heating property. Typically, the signs of faulty temperature sensor are as follows:

Inaccurate oven temperature (lower than you set it)
Food burns on one side but is raw on the other

Why Is My Gaggenau Oven Not Heating Properly?

Know why your Gaggenau oven is not heating properly. What you can fix yourself and what requires a professional engineer.

]]><![CDATA[Why Is My Sub-Zero Fridge Not Cooling Properly?]]>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 05:43:41 GMThttps://www.lecompany.co.uk/blog/why-is-my-sub-zero-fridge-not-cooling-properly

Why Is My Sub-Zero Fridge Not Cooling Properly?

If your Sub-Zero is not cooling properly, it can be just simple basics that are easy to fix or cases of deeper severity that require professional attention and, often, Sub-Zero repairs.

Simple and easy to fix basics

Incorrect temperature settings

Often insufficient cooling is just a result of improper temperature settings, which was unintentionally adjusted to the higher temperature. So, check the temperature settings are those you need and adjust them if necessary. The recommended temperature settings are 3–4 °C for a fridge section and -18°C for a freezer section.

After temperature adjustment, wait 24 hours for your Sub-Zero to reach and stabilise at the new temperature.

Neglected maintenance

One of the most common causes of poor cooling lies in neglected maintenance. So, check at least the following fridge components and arrange for them proper maintenance:

Door seals: clean sticky debris, arrange a replacement for cracked seals
Condenser coils: arrange coil cleaning to remove the dust (the dust prevents proper heat release)

Note, the official guidance recommends hiring a professional for coil cleaning as doing the task yourself may damage the appliance.

Cases of deeper severity

Fan, motor, or control board failure

To understand whether it is a fan failure to blame for insufficient cooling, listen for the fan when the fridge is running. If the fan is silent, there could be some blockages between the fan blades or there can be a problem with the condenser fan motor.

Another severe cause of improper cooling is a control board failure. In any of the cases, you need to turn to a professional Sub-Zero repair engineer.

Issues with the refrigerant system

Sometimes, insufficient cooling may be a result of refrigerant leak and its low level. Both refrigerant refill and refrigerant system repair are complicated tasks that only a certified professional can perform (F-Gas certification).

To conclude, it is worth mentioning that models with an electronic display can help you identify the issue, showing an error code or a flashing "SERVICE" indicator. In any case, you can always count on our Sub-Zero engineer, F-Gas certified to deal with the refrigerant system and proficient in Sub-Zero repairs.

Why Is My Sub-Zero Fridge Not Cooling Properly?

Use our guide to know why your Sub-Zero fridge is not cooling properly

]]><![CDATA[Recent job: Rational iVario oven overheated fan]]>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:29:41 GMThttps://www.lecompany.co.uk/blog/recent-job-rational-ivario-oven-overheated-fan

Recent job: Rational iVario oven overheated fan

One of the recent jobs we performed was regarding a Rational oven (iVario) that had an overheated fan motor. Our engineer had to perform a deep investigation process to identify the exact issue and exclude all the others to reduce the possibility of further emergencies. The restaurant owner called for our rational oven engineers at the best time, before the issue with the fan motor escalated.

When the issue was identified, our engineer managed to deal with it during the same visit having the oven repaired.

The reason of this post is in another issue that our engineer identified when he was moving the oven. The issue is with a very dangerous gas connection. The connection is not well secured and easy to damage. We have notified the owner, however nothing was done to it yet.

Rational iVario oven fan motor overheating

]]><![CDATA[Prepare your fridges for the hottest weather possible]]>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 04:10:01 GMThttps://www.lecompany.co.uk/blog/prepare-your-fridges-for-the-hottest-weather-possible

Prepare Your Fridges for The Hottest Weather Possible

Summer heatwaves are not just uncomfortable for you but they are a great challenge to your fridge as well. When the outside temperature stays above 30°C for days, even a well-running appliance can start to struggle. Indeed, in summer requests for fridge repair are the most frequent compared to seasons.

In this post, we will discuss when and how to prepare your fridges for the hottest weather possible.

When you really need to prepare your fridge for heatwaves

Realities for fridges located indoors

If you have well-running air conditioning right in the kitchen or other room where your fridge is located, there is no need to bother about any special preparation. To clarify, your AC will keep your indoor climate fridge-friendly even in the hottest weather.

Still, even in this case, we recommend checking your fridge health:

Good fridge repair engineers often get overbooked in a summer season
It can be hard to get urgent fridge repairs during or right after summer heatwaves

However, if your fridge is located in the room that has no AC to cool it properly, a 35°C heatwave will put extra load to the unit. So, in this case, it is wise to arrange proper preparations for your fridges to survive the hottest weather.

Realities for fridges located outdoors

If your fridge is located outdoors, make sure the unit is specifically rated for outdoor use. A standard fridge rated for 32°C max will fail when the temperature rises to 35°C or higher. For example, commercial, street food, and domestic outdoor fridges are typically rated for 43°C – with extra insulation and other engineering solutions.

So, if your fridge is located outdoors, check its climate class to understand whether it can survive the summer heat or not:

N-rated (Normal): 32°C max – standard home fridge, which is safe only in air-conditioned or naturally cool kitchens
ST-rated (Subtropical): 38°C max – much better for London heatwaves but risk still exists
T-rated (Tropical): 43°C max – the best choice for garages, outbuildings or outdoor use

How to prepare your fridge for heatwaves

Ensure proper maintenance

For example, once temperatures rise, a leaking seal can ruin your fridge by creating extra load and spoil your goods. Also, dust buildup reduces heat dumping by up to 40%. With clean coils, your fridge will enjoy greater chances to keep its performance at its top and stay ready for the summer heat.

So, to prepare your fridge for the summer heat, arrange its proper maintenance:

Test and replace door seals in advance
Clean the condenser coils

Create airflow space

Check the clearance right now. In hot weather, trapped heat has nowhere to go and puts extra load to the unit. So, prepare that airflow space to give you fridge a room to breathe. Move cabinets, shift clutter, pull your fridge away from the wall to create a 10-cm clearance around your unit.

Adjust temperatures

At least one day before the first hot day, lower your fridge to 2–3°C and freezer to –18°C. Lowering temperature increases the compressor load for the first few hours and doing it during the heatwave makes the compressor overwork. A proper pre-set gives you a buffer. Besides, pre-cooled fridge resists outside heat longer and better.

So, if you have a fridge in your garage or conservatory, check its rating. If it is not ST or T class, move it indoors before summer heatwaves. For any fridge that stays in a room without air conditioning, arrange proper maintenance, create breathing space, and adjust temperatures.

]]><![CDATA[Getting very hot in London. Prepare now!]]>Tue, 26 May 2026 06:56:19 GMThttps://www.lecompany.co.uk/blog/getting-very-hot-in-london-prepare-now

Getting very hot in London. Prepare now!

It is May 2026 and getting very hot from 20 at night to 33 degrees during the day time. Summer is coming, but the main question is if your appliances are also ready?

You can be a business or just a housholder and in both cases you may have fridge and air con. Hot weather creates extra pressure on operation of both types and any may break down at any time, especially if overloaded.

Follow our simple steps of what you can do right now.

How to save your air con

Air con's main function is to cool down the property in general there is not much you can do to it except two very important aspects:

- Regular cleaning
- Comfortable outdoor unit

If your air con operates every day and most of the day hours then the filters have to be cleaned at least once in two-three weeks. it is very easy to do when it is a domestic air con and requires a professional help when it is a commercial unit.

The outdoor unit is something where you can do less manipulations, however we have seen when some businesses have their outdoor units covered or have a very close obstruction. Nothing has to stay in front of it. It has to have a few meters of free space for proper operation.

Otherwise, if there is a problem already do not hesitate and contact us for air con repair service in London.

How to save your fridge

With the fridges it is less complicated and more manipulations can be made by the owners rather than professionals unless it is already broken. Here are some main things:

- Do not overload your fridge inside
- Do not locate it next to the oven
- Maintain comfortable room temperature in the kitchen
- Have your fridge checked by an engineer once in 6 months

If all the aspects are followed then you seriously reduce the possibility of the fridges break down, especially during the hot days in London. However, if you already need help contact our fridge repair team in London.

]]><![CDATA[Why it is important to have a reliable engineers in 2026]]>Mon, 25 May 2026 07:41:54 GMThttps://www.lecompany.co.uk/blog/why-it-is-important-to-have-a-reliable-engineers-in-2026

Why It Is Important to Have a Reliable Engineers in 2026

You may have already noticed and will notice quite soon that the industries around the world change to 180 degrees with the come of AI technologies. Some industries have already started adapting and reduced the amount of employees and some will just start doing it and will sack many of their workers in a few years. Eventually, many people will end up looking for jobs and exploring new industries, especially electrical engineering services. Let's dive in!

The expected growth

In order to keep living and building careers people will start choose industries with the following entry criteria:

1. Entry complexity (how long to learn)
2. Earning potential (can I make good money)
3. Competitiveness (how many people are there already)
4. Potential growth (how long the industry will survive)

The engineering business is a sweet spot for all four aspects, as it is Low to Mid entry complexity score, Mid to High earning potential, Low to Mid competitiveness and High potential growth.

Many universities around the world have already stated that with the arrival of AI their electrical engineering faculties experience high demand, but does it really mean that those students who will graduate soon will satisfy the market as it is done by our electrical engineering company?

How not to be fooled

Some graduated students will start their careers in the companies, where they may gain required experience in providing the engineering service but some will try to do their own career working as a solo entrepreneur or as a business. This is where the problem begins.

We are 100% sure that none of the restaurant or hotel owners want to become a training platform for such businesses where engineers have some knowledge but minimum experience in working with the high end appliances, therefore here is our list of aspects we suggest you to check before you get service from someone new:

1. Education - Does the business or a solo engineer actually have a degree in electrical engineering (can be checked on their website or professional social media profiles).
2. Health and Safety certificate - it will allow you to secure yourself and give you extra knowledge about those you are planning to cooperate with
3. Gas certificates
4. Website or a Web page with the contact details
5. Specialisations - appliances and brands the engineer works with. It will also tell you more about the related experience
5. Reviews or citations

Many companies or householders will ignore these aspects but they may definitely save your time and money, especially if you are ready to pay good money once and make sure that the appliance is working, rather than spend money and look for another engineering company.

Conclusion

We are happy to know that the industry is growing but we also want to make sure that the industry is not full of scammers. Therefore, we give you as much info as possible and why it is important to use reliable engineers on the regular basis.

]]><![CDATA[Recent job: Wolf oven fuse and burners issues]]>Fri, 15 May 2026 15:09:53 GMThttps://www.lecompany.co.uk/blog/recent-job-wolf-oven-fuse-and-burners-issues

Recent job: Wolf oven fuse and burners issues

Here is another luxury oven our engineers worked on. They had to get to it two times as it required extra time for the repairing process. An interesting fact is that sometimes the assessment takes longer than the repairing process itself. Moreover, the assessment allows finding not only current visible issue but also the ones, which cannot be seen and even those, which are hidden.

This is what happened with this appliance. We received a Wolf oven repair request, performed the assessment that took slightly longer but identified a hidden issue. Due to that we had to visit the site two times.

In conclusion we would like to highlight the importance of the regular checkups of your luxury ovens such as Wolf and other appliances, at least once in 6 months, it will definitely save you money in the future when the issues will accumulate.

]]><![CDATA[Recent Job: Outstanding La Cornue Repair]]>Fri, 15 May 2026 08:12:45 GMThttps://www.lecompany.co.uk/blog/recent-job-outstanding-la-cornue-repair

Recent Job: Outstanding La Cornue Repair

One of the visits our engineers had yesterday was about a La Cornue oven that had some issues with its burners. The job was nothing special and this article is just a small reminder of three things:

1. Look at the photos and admit how beautiful that oven is!
2. Regular maintenance is a must!
3. Did not do the maintenance? Call us for La Cornue repair service!

Small tips from us

If you are already a lucky owner of a La Cornue appliance or any other luxury oven that requires extra care, then may follow these simple steps to provide the minimum maintenance you can:

1. Never install the oven next to the fridge. After time it will destroy both. If it is already installed next to each other, then replan it.
2. Do a proper oven cleaning at least once a week if you cook everyday.
3. Use special chemicals and sponges to reach the best cleaning result and not damage the surface of the oven.

If the oven already shows some signs of issues do not hesitate and contact a special engineering company that works with the luxury appliances like LE Company.

Recent La Cornue oven repair we provided in London

]]><![CDATA[We are happy to become your regular engineering company]]>Thu, 14 May 2026 11:01:03 GMThttps://www.lecompany.co.uk/blog/we-are-happy-to-become-your-regular-engineering-company

We are happy to become your regular engineering company

Whether you are a business or household, managing your kitchen and HVAC facilities involves servicing and repair hassles from time to time. To help you remove most of these hassles, we are happy to become your regular engineering company.

What having a regular engineering company means

Go-to relationships

First of all, having a regular engineering company means establishing an ongoing relationship with one engineering company, rather than hiring a different company for each task. In other words, if you choose us as your regular engineering company, it means at least as follows:

If you need HVAC engineers in London, you contact us
If you need Gas-Safe or electrical engineers in London, you contact us
If you need Miele, Gaggenau, Sub-Zero, or Rational engineers in London, you contact us

Maintenance contract

Also, having a regular engineering company may mean putting your facilities under a maintenance contract. In other words, when you enter our maintenance contract, you engage us for scheduled maintenance inspections and pay a fixed fee for an agreed period. Depending on your needs, you can choose one of the following options:

One maintenance visit a year
Two maintenance visits a year

During each visit, our engineer will undertake deep cleaning and lubrication of your equipment. As one of the main goals here is to prevent emergencies, we always run a thorough assessment to detect issues before they escalate into major ones.

How you will benefit with us

Whether you choose us as your go-to trusted provider for emergency needs or as your preventative maintenance partner, your benefits of having us as your regular engineering company include at least the following:

You save time
You get priority response
You get an engineer who already knows your equipment

To clarify, first, when you need engineering help, you do not have to waste time searching for a provider, reading reviews, or doing any shortlisting at all – you already know us and have our contacts. Second, we focus on our regular clients and, besides, already have your address to arrange a visit in the shortest possible time. Third, you do not have to explain your equipment layout and history every time – we keep a log with the full past work history for your site.

So, if you need a regular engineering company, we are happy to offer our dedicated services. With us as your regular engineering company, you will enjoy greater reliability, less hassle, and one less thing for you to manage.

]]><![CDATA[Recent job: Sub Zero can be thrown away]]>Wed, 06 May 2026 07:00:52 GMThttps://www.lecompany.co.uk/blog/recent-job-sub-zero-can-be-thrown-away

Recent Job: Sub Zero Can Be Thrown Away

One of our recent clients asked us to visit him for Sub Zero repair service in Central London, where we found his fridge in a very sad condition. The fridge could not operate and was not giving any sign of life at all. The client stated that if there is a 50/50 possibility of having that fridge working, he is ready to throw it away and consider buying another one but cheaper. Due to our wide experience we know that it was not the worst case, so we said that the possibility of it to be working again is 90% but we will have to get it into our warehouse to take time, especially because they already knew that there will be rare spare parts needed.

Currently, the Sub Zero fridge is still going through our service and should be returned to the client between 10 and 12th of May. As soon as we complete the service and make our client happy, we will post an update about this case.

]]><![CDATA[Why we provide the best coffee machine repair service]]>Mon, 04 May 2026 06:54:30 GMThttps://www.lecompany.co.uk/blog/why-we-provide-the-best-coffee-machine-repair-service

Why We Provide the Best Coffee Machine Repair Service

At LE Company, we are proud to say that we provide the best coffee machine repair service in Greater London. This status of A-rated service we have built on two pillars – excellence in expertise and a focus on the customer.

We are true experts

Our expert excellence is about our ability to fix right the first time and attention to the appliance for general care. This is what we ensure with thorough assessment, deep cleaning, using quality parts and materials, and rigorous testing. And this is why we are highly reputed for coffee machine repair in Greater London.

Thorough assessment

We always start with a thorough assessment – from measuring the pressure a coffee machine provides to diagnosing plumbing and electrical components. This leaves no room for guesswork but ensures the coffee machine longevity due to the following factors:

The root cause will be discovered and fixed right the first time
All other possible faults will be detected and fixed before they escalate into the issues

Quality parts and materials

For all repairs, we use quality parts and materials – original parts or trusted alternatives from reliable suppliers. All lubricants and other materials that we apply meet the manufacturer recommendations.

Rigorous testing

After each repair, we run full testing to be sure we fixed all issues and restored the appliance to its best health and performance. The tests include:

Running multiple shots
Testing steam pressure
Checking plumbing and electrical components

Deep cleaning

Our repair service aims not only to bring a broken coffee machine back into a working state but also help you ensure its top performance and hygienic safety. We know that limescale has a tendency to build up over time. And we know how badly it spoils coffee flavour. Therefore, one of our routine tasks during each repair is to descale the appliance boiler, clean the brew group and the steam wand, etc. For the task, we use professional cleaners recommended by the manufacturer.

We focus on our customers

At LE Company, we are friendly, honest, and reliable. Here are some benefits our customers enjoy:

Transparent quotation
Emergency same-day visits
Long-term warranty on labour
Professional advice on coffee machine maintenance
Professional consultation on any questions about coffee machines
On-site repairs and repair visits at a time convenient to the customer

Instead of conclusion

To conclude, with our coffee machine repair service, we aim not just to fix the issue but also preserve the longevity, safety, and performance of the coffee machine. Taken together with deep commitment to our customers’ needs, this ensures the best coffee machine repair service in London.

]]><![CDATA[Recent Job: La Cornue Cleaning and Descaling]]>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:20:38 GMThttps://www.lecompany.co.uk/blog/recent-job-la-cornue-cleaning-and-descaling

Recent Job: La Cornue Cleaning and Descaling

About a week ago we had to deal with a very dirty La Cornue in Central London. It looked very good externally, however the internal part was in a very bad condition...

Problem

We received a call about La Cornue repair service and organised a visit of our professional engineer that works with luxury kitchen appliances on regular basis. The oven had some issues with the burners that is why it required to be opened from the top. Having done that our engineer discovered that the oven had no required service for a long time. He had to act straight away.

Recent job of La Cornue oven before servicing

Recent job of La Cornue oven before service

Solution

Deep cleaning
Regular detailed cleaning
Extra polishing of small parts (like burners)
Gas checkup
Starter checkup
Full testing

Final Thoughts

Do not postpone the service of your appliances. Otherwise it will cost you more to repair it as an emergency or replace some spare parts. You can also browse fot the DIY article to at least provide some basic cleaning maintenance.

Other Luxury kitchen appliances we deal with in London:

Gaggenau service
Lacanche repair
Sub Zero repair

]]><![CDATA[How to clean your Lacanche oven]]>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:45:35 GMThttps://www.lecompany.co.uk/blog/how-to-clean-your-lacanche-oven

How to clean your Lacanche oven

In this post, we will discuss basic DIY steps on how to clean your Lacanche oven – from the exterior to the hob and oven interior. For deep cleaning, it is better to book professional Lacanche service.

Know how to clean your Lacanche oven. Exterior and interior cleaning.

How to clean the Lacanche exterior

Enamelled Surfaces

Enamelled side panels need special care when you clean them. Here are the most essential tips to follow when cleaning Lacanche enamel:

Use safe cleaning agents (soapy water, glass cleaner, or methylated spirits)

Use a soft sponge or cloth (a sponge is preferred)

Avoid harsh rubbing
When rinsing, do not apply too much water

Knobs and handles

Your Lacanche may feature solid brass or stainless steel trim. Depending on your exact trim type, your cleaning tips may differ.

Here are a few tips on how to clean your brass knobs and handles:

Use a soft cloth or sponge (a cloth is preferred)
Apply dedicated brass-cleaning products or solid soap, not abrasive cleaners
Avoid letting brass cleaner run onto enamelled surfaces
Never use steel wool and never scrape with any metal tool

Here are a few tips on how to clean your steel knobs and handles:

Use a soft cloth or sponge for gentle cleaning
For daily cleaning, use hot soapy water or any other non-abrasive detergent
To remove haze or water marks, use a dedicated stainless steel cleaner
To scrub with the grain, use a non-abrasive nylon brush

Never use steel wool and never scrape with any metal tool

How to clean Lacanche hobs and oven interior

Hobs

Depending on the exact type of your Lacanche cooktop, your cleaning tips may differ:

For ceramic glass cooktops, use baking soda paste or an appropriate glass hob cleaner
Use a razor blade scraper only for radiant and induction cooktops
To clean gas cooktops, use a non-abrasive sponge or fine-bristled nylon brush
To clean brass burner caps on gas cooktops, apply hot soapy water or appropriate brass cleaner

Oven Interior

Cleaning the oven interior requires a special approach. Here are some essential tips on how to clean your Lacanche oven interior:

Use appropriate oven cleaning foams, gels, or other non-abrasive cleaning products
Keep cleaning products away from heating elements, thermal probes, rubber seals, and hinges
Before using any oven cleaning products, remove the door gasket to prevent its damage
For fan-assisted ovens, clean the area behind the sheet protecting the turbine at least once a year
Never use a razor blade scraper, metal knives, or any metal tools to scrape surfaces

To conclude, it is especially important to mention that you should always consider your safety. Therefore, before any cleaning work, close the gas supply and de-energise the appliance.

What to do if you are planning to change your Lacanche oven?

Lacanche to Lacanche

Here at LE Company we are capable not only to repair your current Lacanche oven but also perform a professional installation of the new one. The process is very simple but requires high quality approach:

Assessment and planning
Current oven disconnection and removal
New oven preparation
Installation and connection
Testing

Lacanche to another brand

Very often some of our clients contact us about oven repair in London, we arrive and we see that the appliance they have is unfixable. In that case some clients decide to change their Lacanche oven to another brand. If we meet that case - it is not a problem for us at all. Even if it is a completely different oven, we are capable to provide the right assessment and install the new one making it fully working on the site our our client.

]]><![CDATA[Recent Job: Sub Zero Fridge Cooling Issues]]>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:00:51 GMThttps://www.lecompany.co.uk/blog/recent-job-sub-zero-fridge-cooling-issues

Recent Job: Sub Zero Fridge Cooling Issues

We had a few Sub Zero clients last week, some of them had minor problems but one had a major cooling issue that took our engineers around two hours to deal with. You may know more about the issue by reading this article but if you are also looking for Sub Zero repairs service give us a call +44 203 603 7172.

Issue reason

The reason of such a long and deep service required is overloading. Yes, the fridge is a storage for keeping food and products inside but it has to be rational. The fridge could not spread the cooling inside, so the cooling system started breaking down. Moreover, the fridge was installed in the cupboard and had almost mo space behind itself, that was another serious reason for the cooling issue.

Our solution

We had to perform simple but very important steps:
1. Unload the fridge
2. Remove it from the cupboard
3. Start with the external fan cleaning
4. Motor assessment (it may still work but already give signs of issues as it was overloaded)
5. Internal cooling system checkup

All of the steps took about 2 hours (without unloading) and the owners were lucky that they reacted just in time and avoided the change of the fan motor, otherwise it would be very costly.

We suggest

1. Space. Space. Space. Give your Sub Zero and any other fridge space behind it.
2. Space. Space. Space. Give your products some space inside the fridge and do not push them too close the back wall of the fridge.
3. Regular professional Sub Zero service to avoid major issues

Follow our simple 3 steps guide on how to maintain your Sub Zero fridge in a good condition. If you are already experiencing issues then contact us and we will send you our best Sub Zero engineers in London!

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