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Epic Star technician testing a steady blue flame after replacing a gas oven igniter in Santa Monica, CA

Updated June 2026

Quick facts

Service call $85 — fully credited toward your repair
Warranty 30-day labor · 90-day parts
Credentials BEAR #A 50636 · EPA Section 608 Universal
Hours Mon–Fri 09:00–19:00
Sat–Sun 10:00–16:00

Built-in wall ovens

Single, double, and combination steam ovens — the Westside premium standard.

Premium brand expertise

Wolf, Thermador, Viking, Miele, Dacor, Gaggenau, Bertazzoni — we stock the parts that fail most often.

Gas & electric

Bake element, broil element, igniter, gas valve, control boards, fans — all serviced.

Same-day for most jobs

70% same-day when called before noon.

$0 service call with repair

$85 fee waived when you proceed.

Bilingual EN/ES

Both languages spoken.

How Epic Star fixes ovens in Los Angeles

Epic Star technicians work on built-in wall ovens in Beverly Hills, Bel Air, Brentwood, and Pacific Palisades kitchens every week — Wolf M-series, Thermador Pro Grand, Viking ranges, Miele steam ovens. These aren’t jobs for a generalist with a parts-catalog printout. Proprietary control boards require brand-specific diagnostic sequences; convection fan replacement on a double wall oven means pulling the unit from the cabinet; and door hinge springs on built-ins can snap unexpectedly during service. We’ve done this enough to know the shortcuts — and the traps.

Premium brand parts: what to expect

Wolf and Thermador share Sub-Zero Group’s distribution network — most common parts (igniters, bake elements, temperature sensors) are in our van; non-stock parts typically arrive in 2–5 business days. Viking goes through Middleby, similar lead times. Miele parts ship from Germany, usually 5–10 business days — we’ll tell you upfront if your repair needs a special-order component so you can plan accordingly.

Stop running self-clean on older ovens

The most preventable repair we see: a customer runs the self-clean cycle on a 7-year-old oven and comes back to a dead control board. Self-clean heats the cavity to 900–1,000°F — well past normal operating range. Thermal fuses blow, wiring harnesses melt, door latch motors seize. The repair bill after a failed self-clean often runs $400–$800. Use baking soda, warm water, and a plastic scraper instead.

Diagnostic-first, flat-rate pricing

$85 service call, credited to the repair when you approve the quote. Written flat-rate price before any work begins.

Call (213) 205-2055

Or text a photo of the model-number sticker — usually inside the door frame or on the side wall of the cavity.

Real Oven Repair in Los Angeles jobs we've completed

Gas oven temperature probe replacement by Epic Star in West Hollywood, CA
Gas oven temperature probe replaced — accurate baking temps restored in West Hollywood📍 West Hollywood
Fisher & Paykel oven control board repair by Epic Star in North Hollywood, CA
Fisher & Paykel oven control board repaired in-house — no need for a replacement unit in North Hollywood📍 North Hollywood
Built-in double oven repair by Epic Star in a Bel Air luxury kitchen
Built-in double oven repaired in Bel Air — diagnosed and fixed on the first visit, both cavities back to temp📍 Bel Air

Common issues we fix

Oven not heating

Most likely causes:

  • Bake element burned out (electric)
  • Igniter weak / failed (gas)
  • Temperature sensor / thermistor failure
  • Control board failure
  • Gas valve safety circuit (gas)

Oven not heating evenly

Most likely causes:

  • Convection fan motor failed
  • Temperature sensor inaccurate
  • Bake element partially failed
  • Door seal deteriorated (heat escaping)

Oven won't turn on

Most likely causes:

  • Control panel / touch panel failure
  • Door switch / interlock failure
  • Thermal fuse blown
  • Power supply / wiring issue

Oven door won't close properly

Most likely causes:

  • Hinge spring broken or worn
  • Door seal hardened or torn
  • Door alignment off
  • Hinge mounting plate cracked

Self-clean cycle damaged the oven

Most likely causes:

  • Thermal fuse blown during self-clean
  • Control board damaged by extreme heat
  • Door latch motor failure
  • Wiring harness melted

Frequently asked questions

How much does oven repair cost in Los Angeles?

Most oven repairs cost between $200 and $650. Bake element replacement $240–$340. Igniter (gas) $220–$340. Control board $350–$650. Temperature sensor $200–$320. Premium brands (Wolf, Thermador, Viking, Miele) typically run 20–40% higher due to part costs. Our $85 service call is waived with completed repair.

Do you repair Wolf and Thermador ovens?

Yes. Wolf wall ovens (M-series, L-series) and Thermador ovens (Pro Grand, Masterpiece, Professional series) are common in Westside LA kitchens. We service convection fan motors, igniters, control boards, door hinges, glass replacements. Wolf and Thermador parts ship from Sub-Zero Group warehouses — typically 2–5 day availability.

What does it cost to fix a built-in wall oven?

Built-in wall ovens cost more to service than freestanding ranges because access is harder. Add roughly $80–$120 to the equivalent freestanding repair. A bake element replacement on a Wolf double wall oven typically runs $380–$480, vs. $260–$340 on a freestanding Whirlpool.

My oven won't reach the set temperature — what's wrong?

Most common: temperature sensor (thermistor) drift. The sensor tells the control board the oven is hotter than it actually is, so the element shuts off too early. Replacement is $200–$320 typically. Second most common: heating element partially failed (electric) or weak igniter (gas).

Should I repair my oven or replace it?

For premium wall ovens (Wolf, Thermador, Viking, Miele): repair almost always makes sense — replacements run $4,000–$15,000+. For mainstream ovens (Samsung, LG, GE, KitchenAid, Whirlpool) under 10 years old, repair if it's under 40% of replacement. Older mainstream units are often economical to replace.

My self-clean cycle broke the oven — is this common?

Yes, unfortunately. Self-clean cycles run at 900–1,000°F, well above normal operating temperature. Thermal fuses, control boards, and door latch motors are most vulnerable. We strongly recommend NOT running self-clean on ovens older than 5 years. Use baking-soda-and-water cleaning instead.

Do you replace oven glass?

Yes — inner and outer door glass. Genuine OEM glass only (aftermarket glass often doesn't tolerate self-clean temperatures and shatters). Typically $220–$420 depending on brand and panel size.

Call (213) 205-2055

Or text a photo of your appliance for a fast estimate.

📞 (213) 205-2055