What should I do if I smell gas near my range?

Turn off the burners if you can do so safely, avoid using switches or flames, leave the house, and contact your gas utility or emergency services from outside. Once the utility has made the area safe, we can inspect and repair the range.

Why does my range keep clicking after the burner lights?

Continuous clicking usually means moisture or food debris has reached a burner switch, a burner cap is misaligned, or the spark module is failing. Letting a wet cooktop dry can help. If the clicking continues, the switch or module may need replacement.

Do you repair dual-fuel ranges?

Yes. We repair dual-fuel ranges, including Wolf, Viking, and Thermador models, covering both the gas cooktop and the electric oven with its elements, sensors, and controls.

My oven bakes unevenly. Is that a repair issue?

It can be. Uneven baking often points to a failing temperature sensor, a weak bake igniter or element, a convection fan problem, or a worn door gasket. We test each of these to find the cause.

Can you repair a range without removing it from the cabinetry?

Many repairs, such as cooktop igniters, switches, and some oven parts, can be done in place. Other repairs require sliding the range out. When that's needed, we take care to protect your cabinets, countertops, and gas connection.

Are you affiliated with Sub-Zero, Wolf, Viking, or Thermador?

No. Sub-Zero Appliance Experts is an independent repair company. We specialize in these premium brands but are not affiliated with or endorsed by any manufacturer.

Range Repair | Sub-Zero Appliance

The short answer

Most high-end range problems, such as burners that won't ignite, ovens that heat unevenly, and error codes, come down to igniters, spark modules, sensors, valves, or control boards that can be replaced. We diagnose Wolf, Viking, and Thermador ranges in Sub-Zero kitchens on site and explain whether repair or replacement makes more sense.

A professional-style range is the center of a busy kitchen. When a burner won't light or the oven runs cold, cooking stops. Sub-Zero Appliance Experts repairs gas, dual-fuel, and electric ranges for homeowners in North Hollywood and nearby cities, with a focus on premium equipment. Many of our customers have kitchens built around Sub-Zero refrigeration, so we often work on Wolf ranges from the same family, along with Viking and Thermador. Our technicians diagnose built-in and freestanding pro-style units in place, explain what they find in plain terms, and help you decide whether a repair makes sense. We are an independent repair company and are not affiliated with or endorsed by any appliance manufacturer.

Issues we fix

Range problems usually show up in one of a few ways. Some appear suddenly, like a burner that stops lighting. Others develop over months, like an oven that slowly drifts off temperature. If you notice any of the following, a diagnostic visit is a good next step.

Burners that won't ignite, or that click continuously after lighting
Weak, yellow, or uneven burner flames
Oven that won't heat, heats slowly, or never reaches the set temperature
Uneven baking, with hot spots or one side browning faster than the other
Error codes or a blank, flickering, or unresponsive control panel
Convection fan that is noisy or doesn't run
Broiler or bake element not working on dual-fuel and electric ovens
Self-clean cycle that won't start, or a door that stays locked afterward
Oven door that won't close tightly, or a worn door gasket letting heat escape
Knobs that are loose, stiff, or no longer control the flame properly

Appliance technician's tool case with meters and replacement parts

What our technician checks on a pro-style range

Built-in and professional-style ranges pack a lot into one chassis: sealed burners, spark ignition, gas valves, one or two ovens, and often electronic controls. Our technician starts with the symptom you describe, then works through the system rather than guessing at parts.

On the cooktop, that means checking burner caps and bases for alignment and debris, testing igniters and the spark module, and confirming that each burner's switch signals correctly. On the oven side, we test the bake igniter or heating elements, the temperature sensor, door switches, the convection motor, and the door seal. For electronic models, we read any stored error codes and check wiring connections and the control board. We also check gas supply pressure and look for any sign of a leak before finishing the visit.

How Wolf, Viking, and Thermador ranges differ

Each brand builds ranges a little differently, which affects what tends to wear out. Wolf ranges, often found alongside Sub-Zero refrigerators, use sealed dual-stacked burners and, on dual-fuel models, an electric oven with electronic controls. Common calls involve igniters, spark modules, oven temperature sensors, convection fans, and control board faults that show up as error codes.

Viking ranges are known for heavy-duty construction. On gas ovens, the bake igniter is a frequent culprit when the oven won't heat, and the cooktop's spark ignition can act up after spills reach the switches. Door hinges and springs also see wear on heavy oven doors.

Thermador ranges use star-shaped burners and a low-simmer system, so flame quality and simmer performance depend on clean ports and properly working valves and spark components. Electronic controls and oven sensors account for many of the remaining issues. Knowing these patterns helps our technician bring the right test equipment and reach a diagnosis faster.

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Repair or replace a high-end range?

Premium ranges are built to be serviced, and most common failures involve replaceable parts rather than the range itself. If the cabinet, oven cavity, and burner box are in good shape, replacing an igniter, sensor, valve, or board usually restores the range to full performance.

Replacement starts to make sense when several major components fail at once, when the oven cavity or burner box has rust or damage, or when parts for an older model are no longer available. Replacement also brings costs beyond the range itself, such as matching a cutout in custom cabinetry, adjusting gas or electrical connections, and coordinating with your hood. We'll give you an honest assessment of the unit's condition so you can weigh both options.

What affects the cost of range repair

We don't quote a number until we've seen the range, because the same symptom can have different causes. A burner that won't light might need cleaning, a new igniter, or a new spark module.

The main factors are the fault itself, the parts involved, and access. Some parts are stocked widely, while others for premium or older models must be ordered. Access matters too. A slide-in or built-in range set into custom cabinetry or tight stone countertops can take more care to pull out and reinstall without scratching finishes or straining gas lines. Dual-fuel ranges with electronic controls can also require more diagnostic time than all-gas models. Your technician will explain the findings and the options before any repair begins.

How a service visit works

When you contact us, tell us the brand, model if you have it, and what the range is doing. Photos of any error code help. We'll schedule a visit at your home in North Hollywood or a nearby city.

At the appointment, the technician confirms the symptom, protects your floor and surrounding cabinetry, and runs the diagnostic checks described above. You'll get a clear explanation of the problem and your options. If the needed part is on hand, the repair can often be finished the same day. If it must be ordered, we'll schedule a return visit to install it, then test every burner and oven function before we leave.