When your oven won’t heat, displays error codes, or acts like it’s on its own schedule, the culprit isn’t always the heating element—it could be the oven control board, the digital brain that tells your oven when to turn on, how hot to get, and how long to cook. Also known as the oven timer board or electronic control unit, this small circuit board manages everything from the bake function to the self-clean cycle. If it fails, your oven might turn on randomly, show error codes like F1 or E1, or just sit there silent even when the power’s on.
Most people assume a broken oven means a new appliance, but that’s not always true. A faulty oven control board is one of the most common repairable issues in ovens under 12 years old. It’s not the same as a bad heating element—you can’t see it damage, and it won’t glow red. But you’ll know it’s failing when the oven doesn’t respond to button presses, the display flickers, or the temperature feels wildly off. Replacing it costs between £80 and £200, depending on your oven model. Compare that to a new oven at £500+, and the math gets clear. Many homeowners try to fix it themselves after watching a YouTube video, but if you’re not comfortable with wiring or using a multimeter, it’s safer to call a pro. The board connects to multiple sensors, the thermostat, and the power supply—mess with one wire wrong, and you could fry more than just the board.
Before you decide to replace the control board, check the simpler stuff first. Is the circuit breaker tripped? Are the oven’s internal fuses blown? Is the oven thermostat calibrated right? These are cheaper fixes and often the real issue. But if those check out and the oven still won’t behave, the control board is the likely suspect. Many of the posts below walk you through real-world cases: how one person fixed their Whirlpool oven after the display went dark, another replaced the board after their oven shut off mid-bake, and how a 10-year-old Bosch model came back to life for under £120. You’ll also find guides on how to identify your exact board model, where to buy the right replacement, and what tools you actually need—no fancy gadgets required. Whether you’re a DIYer looking to save cash or just want to know if your oven is worth fixing, this collection gives you the facts without the fluff.
27 November 2025 · 0 Comments
Replacing an oven control board costs between $140 and $500, depending on the model. Learn the real part and labor prices, when to repair vs. replace, and how to avoid overpaying for this common repair.
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