Hiring a licensed electrician is ideal for proper wiring during installation. However, installation is usually where their work on an electric stove will end. Typically, electricians repair the power supply for your household appliances and not the appliances themselves.
In other words, a $212 repair on a low-end electric range rarely makes financial sense after the first few years; you're better off putting the money toward a new $800 range. But for, say, a more premium $1,250 range, the $212 repair is often worth making for at least a decade.
If the oven is a small plug-in model, you may be able to install it yourself. However, for built-in or hardwired ovens, you are legally required to hire a professional, such as a licensed electrician or gas plumber, to complete the installation safely and ensure warranty coverage.
It costs between $100 and $600 to repair an oven, though most people spend around $200 to have their oven professionally repaired. Your price depends on the part that needs repair or replacement, the problem that needs fixing, and the type of oven you have.
Hiring a licensed electrician is ideal for proper wiring during installation. However, installation is usually where their work on an electric stove will end. Typically, electricians repair the power supply for your household appliances and not the appliances themselves.
If the oven is receiving power, various issues could be preventing it from turning on. Common electric oven problems include a broken wire; a bad control, a bake, or broil element; or the wrong amount of power coming to the unit. Common gas oven problems include a faulty gas control, igniter, or valve.
Only licensed electricians can install an electric cooktop, while the same applies to gas cooktops only being installed by qualified gas fitters/plumbers. This includes replacing an old cooktop with a new model.
On average, electric stoves use 1,000 to 3,000 watts of electricity. Ovens use 2,000 to 5,000 watts of electricity on average. Using a stove and oven for a combined 7 hours per week will use about 1,022 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity per year.
On average, you can expect your electric oven to last 13 years, these days, and your gas oven to last 15. But, like anything else, the more you use it, the quicker it will wear out. Daily use for a family of five will wear an oven out faster than just heating up a frozen pizza a couple of times a month.
The rule of thumb is that if repair costs exceed 50% of the price to install a new oven, you should buy a new oven instead of replacing it. For example, if your oven costs $2,000 but costs $1,500 to repair, you could use that $1,500 for a new and improved oven.
Before we dive into the details, let's address a common question: "Can I install an oven myself?" The short answer is, it's possible, but there are important factors to consider: Manufacturer guidelines: Some manufacturers require professional installation to maintain the warranty.
Range or Stove, 13-15 years:
Good everyday care will help extend the useful life, such as cleaning the stove after every use and regularly checking the burners.
Considering ovens can last 15 years (and sometimes more), it is likely a better idea to repair a 10-year-old oven, assuming the repair won't cost more than 50% of the oven's value. So, for instance, if your oven is worth $1,200 and the repair is only $400, it's a better option to complete the repair.
In general, electric smoothtop cooktops that cost more are worth repairing because the cost of a typical repair is a smaller proportion of the value of the range. In other words, a $265 repair on a low-end electric cooktop rarely makes financial sense; you're better off putting the money toward a new $900 cooktop.
Electric ranges and ovens are generally easy to repair, because there's not much to go wrong and there's not much you can do. Most repairs are actually replacements, a matter of unplugging the old part and plugging in the new. Most of the malfunctions that affect electric ranges involve faulty heating elements.
It can take between two to six hours depending on the type of range being installed. For gas stoves, the installation can take between four to six hours, while the installation for electric stoves can take between 1-2 hours.
When dealing with electricity, it needs to be done properly and with caution. Therefore having an experienced electrician install your oven and carry out all the necessary wiring and connections will no doubt give you peace of mind and insure all work adheres to the relevant safety standards.
Installing a gas or electric stove, also known as a range, on your own may seem complicated at first, but the appliance can be set up at home with the right tools and precautions.
Most common electric oven faults can be easily repaired. Just be sure to contact an experienced, fully-qualified engineer who'll be able to safely carry out oven and other domestic appliance repairs within your budget. It can be useful to have an idea of what might be behind the problem, though.
Serious electrical issues are indicated by burning smells, smoke, flickering lights while using the stove, or repeated tripping of the circuit breaker. If you notice any of these signs, turn off the stove immediately and contact a professional.
To troubleshoot the issue, you can start by checking the circuit breaker and inspecting the outlet for any visible damage. If the outlet is not providing enough power, the electric oven won't turn on. In this case, you may need to reset the circuit breaker or contact an electrician to fix the issue.