There are two options for converting your Aga to electric – the traditional ‘always on’ 13amp conversion and the controllable Electrickit conversion. Further information can be found below including our handy comparison chart or contact us as we are happy to offer advice as to which conversion will suit your requirements.
The traditional ‘always on’ conversion (also known as the 13amp conversion) allows you to retain that all familiar Aga experience whilst enabling the use of green renewable energy to power you Aga. Utilising a 2.5kW electric element in place of the existing oil or gas burner, combined with a complete insulation upgrade, the energy requirement of your Aga will be cut in half - no longer will you lose 50% of the heat energy from the burner up the chimney. As no chimney is required, you can relocate your Aga anywhere in the kitchen. With options for external or room venting, the 13amp conversion gives simple flexibility.
Your Aga will operate in the same way as it did when running on oil or gas - the ovens and hotplates will always be up to temperature and ready to cook. Heat up times are around 6 hours from cold, so the Aga can be turned off if not required for a few days. The ovens can be operated at a lower temperature if required, this saves energy and reduces heat output to the room – ideal for summertime use. This conversion is ideal for anyone who wants to utilise power from their own renewables such as solar PV, wind turbines or hydroelectric to offset the running costs of the Aga.
Our ‘always on’ 13amp conversions include fully re-insulating your Aga with super-efficient ceramic blanket and fitting an internal air recirculation system. Unlike some of the more basic 13amp conversions and early electric models this ensures the ovens and hotplates get up to the correct temperatures and running costs are kept down.
The ‘always on’ 13amp conversion is suitable for all purpose-built Oil and Gas Aga’s as well as some solid fuel models. If you have an Aga that cannot be converted then have a look at our Electrickit conversion, or speak to us about options for exchanging your solid fuel Aga. Our always on 13amp conversion is also suitable as an upgrade from the early and inefficient 13amp conversions as a means of reducing energy consumption.
Conversions are usually done in the space of a day, and can be combined with re-enamelling or top plate refurbishment. The Aga will need a dedicated 13amp fused supply. Please contact us for more information.
The Electrickit conversion gives you total control over your Aga. With dual controls for the hotplates and digitally controlled oven temperature, the Electrickit conversion gives you infinite flexibility whilst retaining the traditional looks and all-important radiant heat cooking method we all love.
As approved Electrickit installers, we remove the firebox and burner from your Aga and install electric elements - one for the right-hand ovens, one under each hotplate and one for the left-hand ovens on a four-oven model. All the insulation is replaced with high efficiency ceramic blanket to super insulate the whole Aga. The reduced cast iron mass, improved insulation and no requirement for a chimney allows for the ultimate flexibility. Your Aga can be placed anywhere in the kitchen with options for external and room venting of the ovens.
Ovens and Hobs can be fitted with separate timers or 'smart' control systems to enable timed or remote operation.
The cooking experience differs from the conventional Aga as the independent control and fast heat up times allows for a greater degree of flexibility compared to a conventional Aga.
Hotplates:The hotplates are individually controlled and are designed for on demand use. Heat up time is around 10-15 minutes from cold, 25 minutes to achieve maximum temperature. When not in use the hotplates can be left on low to reduce heat up times, or turned off completely to save energy. Using the hotplates does not affect oven temperature.
Ovens:From cold the Roasting oven takes around 1.5 hours to reach 200°C with the lower oven temperature proportional to the top at around 60°C lower. Unlike a conventional Aga, the majority of the heat on an Electrickit converted Aga comes from the bottom of the upper oven, and the top of the lower oven, this means the roasting oven floor can be used as a hotplate for frying/boiling and the lower oven can be used for grilling if food is placed on the upper racks.
On a four oven Aga the left-hand simmering and warming ovens have a separate thermostatic temperature control so can be turned on for the big family roast, and left off when not required.
Electric Conversions give a greater degree of flexibility
Once converted with the Electrickit, your ovens and hotplates can be used in any way you want, so the exact consumption figures will vary from person to person. However to give an idea, the following figures are the summary of a 12-month trial:
| Season | Ovens On | Hotplates On | Weekly electricity usage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | When required | When required | 23kwh |
| Autumn | Timed: 6.00-9.00 & 16.00-21.30 | When required | 34kwh |
| Winter | On low 24/7 and turned up when required | When required | 54kwh |
| Spring | Timed: 6.00-9.00 & 16.00-21.30 | When required | 47kwh |
| Alternate Operation | |||
| Constant operation | Ovens at roasting temperature 24/7 | When Required | 84kwh |
Hotplates only turned on when required during trial - hotplates can be left on with consumption increasing proportionately. Actual consumption may vary according to actual usage.
Electrickit conversions usually take a day, and can be combined with re-enamelling or top plate refurbishment. The Aga will need 2x dedicated 13amp fused supplies. Please contact us for more information.
| Feature | 13amp Conversion | Electrickit Conversion |
|---|---|---|
| Method of use | As existing AGA: Always on |
Flexible. Independent control of ovens & hotplates. Can be used 24/7 or when required |
| Hotplate heat up time | Always on | Approx. 15-20 mins from cold, can be left on low simmer when not in use. |
| Oven Heat up time | Always on | 1.5-2hrs from cold, or can be left on at fixed temperature as required |
| Hotplate temperature control | Fixed - 1 boiling & 1 simmering | 2x Independent & variable control |
| Oven temperature control | Fixed - 2 Oven: Roasting & Simmering 4 Oven: Roasting, Baking, Simmering & Warming |
Variable Temperature control Independent control of left- and right-hand ovens on 4 oven models |
| Heat to room | As existing oil/gas Aga | Approx. 30% less |
| Weekly Energy usage (approximate) | 170kWh approx. | 20-90kWh very dependent on usage - See detailed info below. |
| Conversion Cost | From £1900 | From £2950 |
| Models suitable for conversion | Most models - contact us for advice | Most models - contact us for advice |
| Power Supply | 1x 13amp | 2x 13amp |
