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Perhaps your oven has stopped getting hot. Maybe it’s cooking food unevenly, or the door refuses to stay closed. Whatever your issue is, you must decide whether oven repair or replacement is the right choice. Get some help making this important decision here.

Is It Time to Repair or Replace My Oven?

What to Check First

Before scheduling oven repair or replacements, ensure the problem isn’t of the DIY variety. Perhaps the oven plug has loosened, or there is a tripped circuit breaker issue that is easy to reset. If your oven uses gas power, make certain the problem doesn’t involve the gas line. Check by turning on stove burners—if they don’t ignite, turn them and the gas off before scheduling line repairs.

When to Repair

oven repairOvens typically last 15 years before they require replacements. Determine if oven repair is best by using the 50% rule. If your oven is under seven years old and the cost of repairing it does not exceed 50% of the cost for a new appliance, schedule repairs.

Also, request oven repairs if you simply need to replace a part, such as the door, self-cleaning feature, or heating element if you use an electric appliance.

When to Replace

Replace your oven if it’s over eight years old and repair costs continue to mount. The age of your oven can additionally mean reduced efficiency that increases monthly energy costs and your home’s carbon footprint. You should also replace the appliance if the interior has sustained serious rust, since large flakes can contaminate your food.

If the oven no longer accommodates your lifestyle due to size and capability issues, such as an appliance that is too small and cooks food too slowly, get a replacement. 

 

If oven repair is right for you, rely on Complete Appliance Service to do the job right. The appliance repair company has served the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky areas since 1980, providing free service calls and same-day repairs for affordable prices. Call (513) 661-3708 to schedule oven repairs or learn more about their services online.

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