Electric or Induction Hob Installation

If you’re considering upgrading your kitchen, you might be looking to replace your electric hob, or swap it out with an induction hob. Induction cooking has gained popularity for its efficiency, speed, and precision, but making the switch isn’t always a straightforward process. Let’s discuss the key facts to help you decide whether to upgrade to a new electric hob or swap it for an induction hob installation.

Electric Hobs

• traditional cooktop that uses electricity to heat up your pans and cook your food.

• lower power requirement than induction hobs

• usually come in standard sizes

• all pans work on electric hob

• takes time to heat up to required temperature for cooking

• will get hot with or without pan on top, can be a safety hazard

• electrician required for installation, can usually use same cabling if safe & draws the same amount of power, making for a generally quick and easy changeover.

Induction Hobs

• uses electromagnetic energy to produce heat directly through pots and pans

• higher power requirement

• usually comes in standard sizes

• requires pots and pans made of magnetic materials such as cast iron and stainless steel, not all pans will work on induction hob

• can be more expensive, however there are cheaper induction hob options available

• heats up fast and precise temp control

• only heats when pan/pot is on hob, safety feature

• electrician required for installation, may require an upgraded electrical circuit to be run due to the increase in electricity requirement. Our team of trusted electricians in auckland can discuss if this is necessary and what would be involved.

Swapping an electric hob for an induction hob can be a great upgrade for your kitchen, offering faster cooking times and improved safety. Contact our trusted electricians on 021 022 38853 for a FREE quote and advise on electric and induction hob installation.