What is the average lifespan of a GE electric oven is 13 to 17 years with normal residential use and proper maintenance, which is slightly longer than industry average for electric ovens of 13 to 15 years and similar to Whirlpool electric ovens. Models like JB735SPSS, JTS5000SNSS, and GRS5000SNSS average 13 to 17 years because they use robust heating elements, temperature sensors, and control boards designed for 4 to 7 uses per week. Life span depends heavily on usage frequency, cleaning, and maintenance. A family using oven daily for baking will wear out bake and broil elements faster at 11 to 13 years than household using oven 2 to 3 times per week that may last 15 to 17 years. Self-clean cycle used excessively every month causes high heat that stresses control board and door lock, use self-clean only 3 to 4 times per year. Spills not cleaned cause corrosion. To maximize life span, clean spills promptly, avoid using oven cleaner on self-clean models that damages coating, use oven thermometer to check temperature accuracy, and avoid slamming door that damages hinges and gasket. First parts needing replacement are usually bake element after 6 to 10 years at 30 to 80 dollars, broil element at 30 to 80 dollars, temperature sensor probe at 20 to 40 dollars, and control board at 150 to 350 dollars. GE offers 1-year full warranty. Electric ovens tend to last slightly longer than gas ovens due to fewer gas valve parts.
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