How to Install an Electric Hob in a Worktop
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Our fully trained team will get your new electric hob set up and ready to use for just £100. We'll even disconnect your old hob. We're fully approved by the NICEIC. Who? Only the UK's leading electrical assessor – so you know our standards are high. Find out everything about this service and what you can do to get ready for us.
What we'll do
If you've selected our connection service for your new appliance, we'll happily disconnect your old one for you.
When we arrive, we'll unpack your electric hob and disconnect your old one. Don't worry about cables. We'll bring everything we need to get your new hob installed.
We'll take at least 8 pictures during installation, just so we've got a record of the service.
Gone with our Remove & Recycle service? We'll take away your old hob when we leave.
What you need to do
The space around your hob is called the Hot Zone and you need to make sure it's free from switches, cooker hoods, and anything flammable (wallpaper for example). There needs to be a gap of at least 65cm between your hob and the cooker hood or ceiling. If the Hot Zone isn't clear of hazards, we might not be able to install.
Make sure your current electrical connection (plug socket or big red switch) matches what your new hob needs. If your new hob is over 3kw, then you'll need a 16Amp or 32Amp fuse - a big red switch. If your new hob is below 3kw, then you'll only need a standard 12Amp fuse – a regular plug socket. Compare what you have with the details of your new hob on the Key Information tab on our product pages to make sure you're all set.
While you're on the Key Information section on our product pages, it's worth checking the dimensions of your new hob, just to make sure you've got enough space in your kitchen.
Switching from a gas hob? No worries. We'll send along one of our Gas Safe engineers to make sure your new electric hob is installed properly. You can let us know that you're switching from gas at the checkout.
What we don't cover
Here's everything our installation service doesn't cover.
- We can make small adjustments like changing cables or switches to fit your hob, but we won't remove anything in the Hot Zone or change any other part of your home.
- Installation for cooking products is only available on certain days in certain postcodes. Find out what dates are available for you at the checkout.
- How much does electric hob installation cost?
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Installation is £100 per product. Sometimes we do promotional discounts which you'll see on our product pages and basket or when browsing the site.
- Can you install an electric hob with my current electrical connection?
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We can, if you have the right electric connection for your hob. If your new hob is over 3kw, then you'll need a 16Amp or 32Amp fuse - a big red switch. If your new hob is below 3kw, then you'll only need a standard 12Amp fuse – a regular plug socket. If you don't have the right connection, we won't be able to install.
- Can you uninstall my gas hob and then install my new electric hob?
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Yes, let us know in the basket and we'll uninstall your old hob as part of installation.
- Can I add installation after ordering?
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Yes, you can. But this might affect your delivery day, as it depends if any of our engineers are available. You can add installation up until 3pm the day before your original delivery date. Jump on live chat or give us a ring to get this sorted.
- Will you cut my worktop to install my new hob?
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We'll only cut into a wooden worktop. We install based on the current hole in your worktop not being larger than your new hob. If your new hob has more burners, we can make the space bigger to install.
- Can you install on a different day to delivery?
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No. Installation can only be done on delivery day.
- Do you hardwire?
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Yes, we can hardwire your hob as part of our installation service.
- Will you disconnect my old hob?
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Yes. This is part of our installation service.
- How soon can I have my hob installed?
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Installation is available 7 days a week, but this depends on your location and what engineers are available. You can see what dates are available by adding a product to the basket and entering your postcode.
- Do you install at weekends and bank holidays?
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Yes, we do. This depends on where you are and what engineers are available. You can see what dates are available by adding a product to the basket and entering your postcode.
- Can you install my new cooker hood during installation?
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Sorry, but we don't install cooker hoods.
How to Install an Electric Hob in a Worktop
Source: https://ao.com/help-and-advice/delivery-and-services/installation/electric-hob