How Much Does Oven Repair Cost?

Half-baked cookies and undercooked fries will quickly spoil your appetite, so getting a faulty oven repaired should be a top priority. It costs between $100 and $600 to repair an oven. Most people spend around $350 to have their oven professionally repaired. The price you'll pay depends on the part that needs repair or replacement, the problem that needs fixing, and the type of oven you have. 

How Much Does It Cost to Repair an Oven by Part?

The part that needs replacing determines how much you'll pay for the project. The cost of the part itself and how long it takes to repair or replace it varies considerably. Take a look at some of the most common oven parts that need replacement and how much they cost, for parts and labor. 

Thermostat

It costs between $100 and $200 to repair or replace an oven thermostat. The thermostat is the most likely culprit if your oven isn't heating properly. Either you get pies burned on the outside but raw in the middle, or that delicious cake just doesn't want to cook through. This indicates that the thermostat isn't correctly regulating the oven temperature. If the thermostat is being problematic, the appliance repair technician may only need to adjust the sensor or adjust it, which is a simple, inexpensive fix. If the thermostat needs replacing, you'll pay toward the higher end of the cost range.

Oven Door

Depending on the problem with your oven door, expect to pay $100 to $250 for a repair. Hinge or lock fixes are usually fairly simple and budget-friendly fixes while a broken latch or broken door that needs replacing entirely will cost more. A damaged oven door is an essential repair, as trying to use the oven while the door doesn't close properly is dangerous as well as inefficient.

Oven Paint

To paint an oven will run you $100 to $250. Ovens are prone to scratches, scuffs, and general signs of wear that make them look old and worn, even if they're in perfectly good working order. Giving your oven (and your other appliances) a fresh coat of paint is a great way to freshen the look of your kitchen without the cost of buying new appliances.

Igniter

You'll pay $150 to $250 to repair the igniter. Igniters are crucial parts of gas ovens, as they are responsible for igniting the gas to give heat and cook your food. So, if the igniter is faulty, the oven simply won't heat, but it's dangerous, too, because it can result in gas leaks. Sometimes, the fix is a simple one: the igniter gets caked in grease or food particles and needs to be thoroughly cleaned. If, however, it's completely broken, it requires replacement.

Control Board

Control boards cost $150 and $300, all-in, to repair. The control board is responsible for all of your oven's key functions. Therefore, if it cracks, gets a loose connection, or some other form of damage, you'll notice random errors or malfunctions such as the oven selectively turning off, not turning on, or refusing to switch off.

Heating Element

Repairing a broken heating element will set you back $150 to $400. If the heating element has gone, your oven simply won't cook because it isn't able to heat. The most common problems with heating elements include cracking and splitting, neither of which are repairable. In fact, most problems with heating elements cannot be repaired. Instead, the heating element gets replaced.

Oven Door Glass

Oven door glass costs $100 to $300 to replace. If the tempered glass in your oven door breaks, cracks, or shatters, there's no way to repair it, so you'll need to replace it. While a crack can seem insignificant, it actually prevents the oven from reaching and maintaining a steady temperature, reducing efficiency, wasting energy, and putting you at risk of food poisoning. 

Door Switch

Door switches cost $100 to $200 to replace. This small part detects whether the oven door is open or closed. If the switch fails, depending on what the switch controls, the oven light may not work or, if the switch thinks the door is open even when it's closed, it can stop the oven from getting hot. This is a common safety feature but problematic when it goes wrong.

Gas Valve

Costing between $100 and $200, the gas safety valve controls when gas is allowed to pass through to the igniter. So you can see that a failed gas safety valve poses significant danger and you should turn off the gas supply to the oven until you call out a local electrician to fix it.

Sensor

To replace your oven sensor, you'll pay between $100 and $250. A crucial part of the thermostat, the sensor assesses the internal temperature of the oven and relays this information to the control board. If the sensor fails, the oven will either get too hot or never reach the appropriate temperature.

Fan Motor

Installing a new fan motor will run you $100 to $250. If the fan stops working, air doesn't circulate within the oven cavity properly, resulting in hot spots. In this case, you'll notice food only cooks properly on one side, and food at the front of the oven may cook slower than at the back. Until you get the fan fixed, you'll likely need to adjust temperature and cooking times and try to remember to turn food around halfway through cooking. 

Gasket

Gasket repair costs $100 to $250. The gasket on your oven door seals it to keep heat from escaping. Therefore, if the gasket fails, heat will escape and the oven will struggle to maintain its internal temperature.

Fan

Repairing or replacing a fan costs $100 to $275. A failed fan can cause the oven or the control board to overheat. Other symptoms of a broken fan can be hot spots, the oven getting too hot, or the whole oven breaking down. 

How Much Does It Cost to Repair an Oven by Problem?

Certain problems cost more to fix than others. A noisy oven may cost as little as $100 to correct so you can bake your cookies in peace. On the other hand, if the self-cleaning cycle is broken, you could pay as much as $600 to complete the repair so you don't have to get on your hands and knees to scrub the oven clean yourself. 

Here are some common problems and their average costs to fix: 

How Much Does It Cost to Repair an Oven by Type?

While all oven types start around $100 for a professional repair, some, such as gas ovens can cost up to $600. Here are the average costs to repair different kinds of ovens:

• Electric: $250

• Gas: $350

• Pizza: $350

• Steam: $350

Oven Repair Cost Breakdown

Oven repair costs are made up of parts and labor. The bulk of the fees is labor because repairing an oven is time-consuming and requires lots of unscrewing of panels and working in small areas. One money-saving tip is to clean your oven before the technician arrives, otherwise they may charge you a cleaning fee on top of your repair fee.

Oven Repair Prices

Oven repair prices range from $10 to $200 for parts. Most replacement parts cost under $100, and it's the time-consuming labor that increases the total project price. Sensors, for example, cost $10 to $20, and heating elements cost $20 to $25 for the parts only. 

Oven Repair Costs

Hiring an electrician costs $50 to $100 per hour for oven repair. Most local electricians also have a minimum call-out fee, so even if the job only takes ten minutes, you will likely still pay for an hour's labor. 

How Much Does It Cost to Repair an Oven Yourself?

Apart from replacing the glass in your oven door, which is super simple, you shouldn't attempt oven repair yourself. Whether gas or electric, ovens are dangerous and only suitably qualified professionals should work on them. Even the simplest repair can be dangerous if not done correctly. If your oven needs any type of repair, hire an appliance repair professional.

FAQs About Oven Repair

Is it worth fixing an oven?

In general, yes, it's worth fixing an oven. But it depends. If the repair will give you more years of reliable service from the oven and the repair costs less than buying a comparable new model, then yes, get it repaired. If, on the other hand, the oven is reaching the end of its life and needs a costly repair, you're likely better off buying a new oven.

How long do ovens last?

With regular cleaning and maintenance, you can minimize the need for appliance repair and can expect an oven to last between 10 and 15 years.

Is it more affordable to fix an oven or buy a new one?

Usually, it's more affordable to repair an oven than replace it. However, when deciding whether to repair or replace your oven, consider this: if you end up needing repeated repairs every few months, the cost quickly adds up, and it becomes more economical to buy a new oven.