Oven/Stove
Fast, Reliable Oven & Stove Repair
When your oven & stove stops working right, daily life gets disrupted fast. A stove that won't ignite or an oven that won't heat brings cooking to a halt. The good news is that many issues are a straightforward, affordable fix when you call a pro early.
The smart first question is repair or replace, and a good technician answers it honestly using the simple rule of thumb: if the repair costs less than half the price of a new unit, fixing it usually makes sense. That candor saves you from sinking money into a unit near the end of its life.
Abode connects you with local appliance repair pros. Compare specialists, get a straight repair-or-replace opinion, and get back to normal.
Did You Know?
A malfunctioning oven or stove can be more than an inconvenience, faulty burners or igniters can be a safety concern worth addressing promptly.
Oven/Stove Cost. How Much Do Projects Cost?
Most projects run between $130 and $600. The average price is typically around $300. The $130 to $600 summary covers the repair itself, not the visit: a diagnostic or service call fee of $80 to $150 is billed separately and is usually credited toward the repair if you go ahead. The spread is wide because the parts are: a gas igniter is a $23 to $55 part and the job lands at $130 to $300, while an electronic control board is a $102 to $332 part and the job lands at $300 to $600, and on a Wolf, Viking or Thermador range labor alone is posted at $280 to $650 before parts.
Typical duration: 1 to 3 hours
| Cost Factor | Typical Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic or service call | $80-$150 | A separate charge for the visit, usually credited toward the repair if you proceed; posted fees are $89 flat at some independent shops, $79-$129 at others, and $114.95 from the manufacturer's service arm |
| Minor repair (igniter, bake or broil element, thermostat) | $130-$300 | The cheap-part tier: a gas igniter is a $23-$55 part, so most of the price is labor, and a posted igniter or thermostat job runs $150-$275 |
| Major component (electronic control board, hidden bake element) | $300-$600 | The expensive-part tier, about double the minor row: an oven control board is a $102-$332 part with $195-$315 of labor on top, and a hidden element costs more than an exposed one because of the access work |
Cost data verified August 25, 2026. How we source cost data.
08/25/2026
Signs You Need Oven/Stove
- Not heating or igniting properly
- Unit not working or working poorly
- Unusual noises, leaks, or smells
- Rising energy use from an inefficient unit
- A unit over 10 years old
Is It Right For You?
Who It's For
- Homeowners with a malfunctioning oven & stove
- Anyone weighing repair against replacement
Who It's Not For
- Units well past their lifespan where replacement is cheaper
- Simple fixes like resetting a breaker or cleaning a filter
What to Watch Out For
On an older unit, a big fix may not be worth it
Older or rare models can mean pricier, harder-to-find parts
Alternatives to Consider
| Alternative | Better When | Worse When |
|---|---|---|
| DIY troubleshooting | Free for simple resets and cleaning | Risky on electrical and sealed components |
| Replacement | Best for old or failing units | Higher upfront cost than a repair |
Is It Worth It?
For a oven & stove that isn't near the end of its life, professional repair is usually well worth it, costing far less than replacement.
Questions to Ask Your Pro
- Is this repair worth it, or should I replace the unit?
- Is the diagnostic fee credited toward the repair?
- Are the replacement parts under any warranty?
Frequently Asked Questions
Oven & Stove repair typically runs $130 to $600 depending on the problem. An igniter, bake element or thermostat job runs $130 to $300, while an electronic control board or a hidden bake element runs $300 to $600.
A good rule is the 50 percent rule: if the repair costs less than half the price of a new unit, repairing is usually the better value. An igniter or element job at $130 to $300 clears that bar easily; a $300 to $600 control board on an older range is where replacement starts to compete.
Most technicians charge an $80 to $150 service or diagnostic fee to identify the problem, and many credit it toward the repair if you proceed. It is billed separately from the repair price, not included in it.
The main drivers are the part that failed, whether the unit is gas or electric, and local labor rates: posted oven labor alone runs $195 to $315 per job and range or stove labor $185 to $285 before parts, with pro brands 10 to 20 percent more.
Most repairs are completed in one visit lasting one to three hours, though hard-to-find parts can require a follow-up.
