Renovating your kitchen or ready to upgrade your cooker? For everyone’s safety and your oven’s efficiency, look for a qualified electric cooker installer near you.
Electric cooker installers don’t just install and repair cookers. They also help you maintain and repair your electric cooker or oven.
Want to know how to find a great local electric cooker fitter? Find out with this guide.
Want to get started finding an experienced electric cooker installer near you?
Follow these two simple steps to ensure your electric cooker is installed correctly and at a fair price:
Option 1: Request a quote
When you need a professional tradesperson – pronto, use our ‘request a quote form’.
Just add a few basic details and our electric cooker fitters near you will contact you shortly.
Follow these steps:
- Add your details to the form
- Let us know what work you need
- We’ll search our leading directory for you
- Our approved electric cooker fitters local to you will contact you directly
Option 2: Browse our online trade directory
Got a few minutes to browse? Insert your postcode into the box below. Then, search our directory of local electric cooker fitters.
It’s an easy and reliable way to find highly-rated professionals in your area.
Your questions answered about electric cooker installers
What do electric cooker installers do?
Electric cooker installers are professional tradespeople who install electric cookers, undertaking both the wiring and testing.
Employing an electric cooker installer to install or maintain your oven is a wise choice. It ensures that your cooker is safely connected and working efficiently.
Your electric cooker installer can also:
- Offer advice on the best electric cooker for your budget
- Help you find the right electric cooker and electric hob for your needs
- Answer any questions you have on the installation process
If searching for an electric hob installation near you, you may find that an electric cooker fitter will also complete this task.
Do I need an electrician to install an electric cooker?
You shouldn’t DIY electric cooker installation unless you have the correct skills, knowledge, and experience.
An incorrectly installed electric cooker is not only inconvenient but dangerous, too. It can lead to:
- Non-functioning oven
- Electrical hazards
- Overloaded circuits
- Fire hazards
- Property damage from melted insulation wire
To ensure your electric cooker is installed up to code, hire an electric cooker installer or a licensed electrician.
Got an electric cooker that you suspect has been installed incorrectly? Turn the appliance off and contact a trusted tradesperson to check the installation of your oven.
How much does it cost to get an electric cooker installed?
The standard installation cost for a built-in electric oven is £140. However, to fit a new kitchen unit and install a new oven of a different size, on average you might spend £300.
However, electric oven and cooker installation can vary in cost.
The fee for your electric cooker installation will quite often depend on location and the complexity of the electric cooker installation.
To ensure a fair price, contact Checkatrade-approved electric cooker installers for a quote.
How long will electric oven installation take?
Installing a new electric cooker usually takes one to three hours.
But whether you need your old oven removed or a new kitchen unit fitted for your new oven can affect the duration of the installation.
Ask your electric oven installer for a more accurate estimate of the job’s length.
How do I find an experienced electric cooker installer near me?
Ready to get that brand-new cooker installed? Find the right electric oven fitter with the knowledge and experience to ensure your electric cooker is safe and compliant.
These top tips make finding the right tradesperson easy.
1. Check reviews
Look online for reviews to see what others say about their experience with the installers you’re considering.
2. Ask for recommendations
Ask friends, family, and neighbours for recommendations. Cross-check your results with Checkatrade’s homeowner reviews for extra assurance.
3. Get multiple written quotes
Get at least three written quotes to ensure the price matches your area’s average fee.
4. Use Checkatrade!
Search the Checkatrade directory to find a trusted electric cooker installer near you.
We approve and regularly review all Checkatrade members. Our members must also pass up to 12 checks and adhere to the Checkatrade standard. So you can hire with confidence.
When you contact a trade through Checkatrade, our guarantee can cover you for up to 12 months. You could claim up to £1,000 (Exclusions and T&Cs apply).
Add your postcode to the box below to find reliable and experienced electric oven installers near you.