Sarah Mitchell Key Takeaways
- Replacing a Kenmore oven igniter — one of the most common range repairs — costs from $130 all-in.
- A bake or broil element failure costs from $110 to fix, and the element itself is only from $20 at parts retailers.
- Oven temperature sensor replacement runs from $130 and resolves preheat and temperature accuracy problems.
- Gas valve replacement is the most complex gas-range repair at from $250 and must be performed by a licensed technician.
- Control board replacement on a Kenmore slide-in or freestanding range costs from $280 depending on the model platform.
The Bottom Line
Kenmore range repairs almost always cost less than buying a new appliance. Most fixes run from $130 versus from $600 for a new range. Even a $450 control board replacement makes economic sense on a range under 10 years old in good structural condition.
Kenmore Range Repair Costs: Gas and Electric
Kenmore ranges — sold as gas, electric, and dual-fuel slide-in and freestanding models — are among the most repaired appliances in American homes. National data from Fixr and Angi puts average kenmore range repair cost at from $150 for common failures. Gas ranges and electric ranges share similar labor rates but diverge on parts costs: gas igniter and valve components are specialty items, while electric elements are among the least expensive appliance parts available anywhere.
Typical Cost Ranges
| Issue | Parts | Labor | Total Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oven igniter (gas) | from $30 | from $100 | from $130 |
| Bake element (electric) | from $20 | from $85 | from $110 |
| Broil element (electric) | from $20 | from $85 | from $110 |
| Oven temperature sensor | from $20 | from $85 | from $130 |
| Surface burner igniter / electrode | from $15 | from $85 | from $120 |
| Ignition module (gas) | from $40 | from $100 | from $155 |
| Door lock motor / latch | from $30 | from $100 | from $155 |
| Gas valve assembly | from $100 | from $140 | from $260 |
| Main control board | from $150 | from $100 | from $280 |
Why Kenmore Repair Costs Vary
Kenmore ranges are built primarily by Whirlpool and Frigidaire, with some LG-sourced models in specific lineups. Whirlpool-platform Kenmore ranges (identifiable by model numbers starting with 790 with Whirlpool internals, or factory codes stamped inside the door) use control boards priced at from $150. Frigidaire-platform models use a different board architecture priced similarly. The bigger cost driver is whether you have a gas or electric range — gas valve assemblies (from $100 in parts) are significantly more expensive than electric elements (from $20). This single difference can shift the total repair cost by from $100.
Repair vs Replace Threshold
Entry-level freestanding Kenmore ranges retail for from $600, mid-range models from $900, and slide-in ranges from $1,200. Using the 50% threshold, even a $400 control board repair is clearly worthwhile on a range retailing at $900+. The math only gets tricky on budget-tier ranges under $700 when facing a $350+ control board or gas valve repair on a unit older than 10 years — in those cases, a newer, more efficient appliance may be the better investment.
DIY Savings Potential
Electric bake and broil elements are among the most DIY-friendly appliance repairs available — the elements plug into receptacles or connect with two screws, cost from $20, and no special tools are required beyond a screwdriver. Oven temperature sensors are similarly accessible. Homeowners comfortable with basic tools can handle these repairs and save from $85 in labor per visit. Gas repairs are different: any work on the gas valve, supply line, or burner orifices must be done by a licensed professional. Surface electrode cleaning (not replacement) is always DIY-safe and resolves many ignition complaints for free.
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Our Kenmore range repair service covers both gas and electric models. A diagnostic visit identifies the exact failed component and provides a written cost estimate before any repair work begins. Most range repairs complete in a single visit.