Electric Conversions
More and more people are choosing to run their Aga on electric. It keeps the character and warmth of the range whilst making it much more efficient and controllable. At Castelle we fit the ElectricKit system because we believe it is the most reliable and versatile for the customer.
A calmer, more predictable cooker
Once converted, the range behaves in a far more controlled way. The ovens warm up much quicker and hold their temperature much more efficiently due to being wrapped in a cosy warm blanket of insulation. The oven temperature is not affected by the hobs being used. For most owners this is the biggest change. You keep the familiar cast iron build but gain something that feels much more manageable in everyday use.
Savings that you can actually feel
Oil and gas Agas can be costly because they run continually. An electric system removes that demand. You decide what heats up and when. During the summer months many customers use only the parts they need. In winter it can be run steadily for background warmth. The Advanced option also has programmable settings so it can rest on a lower, ‘slumber’ or ‘eco’ mode overnight or when you’re away and ramp up to roasting temperature as and when you require.
Designed to work with your home
An electric Aga has no flue losses and no dependency on the weather. An electric Aga can be vented into the room, massively reducing the loss of heat up the chimney or flue, which means less waste. You can keep the kitchen warm when you want it warm and cut right back when you do not need the heat.
No servicing or annual call outs required
Your Aga would not require regular servicing anymore or costly parts to replace. The constant battle with oil prices and arranging to fill the tank will be gone. The concern for combustible gases and burners running 24/7 will be gone. Ever had a problem re starting your Aga for the winter and waiting for an engineer? This will be gone. We use the ElectricKit system because of the reliability of its parts, no other system has the proven longevity of components.
Hotplates that work independently
Both conversions give the hotplates their own elements. They heat quickly, hold temperature well and can be turned off when the job is done. If you want full instant control, you can also upgrade the boiling plate to an induction or radiant hob which many owners now choose. Both ElectricKit systems provide the new hotplates with their own elements.
Keeping the Aga you love
The whole point of converting is to keep the look and feel that makes an Aga special but make it far easier to run. If you want to read more about how each system works and the differences between our Standard and Advanced options, click on the links below for more details.