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Oven installations
When it comes to oven installation there are two main considerations.
Selecting the correct size product for your needs and ensuring you have the ability to power the appliance.
For advice on the product to best suit your home reach out to our team today.
OVEN Change over ...
The process is easy!
1
Decide on an appliance.
Have a chat with Addison about the best product for your home. There will be a couple of qualifying questions that will be asked of you to ensure the type of appliance you would ideally like can feasibly be installed in your home. Addison will inform you of any design constraints or regulatory compliance considerations regarding your appliance change over.
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Get quoted and booked
You will receive your change over quote via email and if youre happy to proceed with the job just email us back with some suggestions of ideal installation dates.
The more possible installation dates you suggest the easier it is for our team to schedule your job.
The Addison team will email you back to confirm your booking.
*If you are planning to provide your own appliance from an appliance retailer, please be sure to book in the Addison install team to arrive at least one day after your product is due to arrive to your home.
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Installation Day
Addison technicians will arrive to the your home and get to work removing your old appliance and installing the new appliance. Addison will even dispose of the old appliance for you.
Typical Built-in Oven Types
60cm Electric Ovens
The 60cm oven is the most common product installed by the Addison team. Often referred to as a 60cm x 60cm oven these products are very common and are somewhat universally sized. This common size makes this product very likely to fit within the cabinet space of a previously installed 60cm oven. Put simply when changing over a 60cm oven with a new 60cm oven you are unlikely to face challenges.
90cm Electric ovens
The 90cm oven is a very popular product amongst Addison clients. Just like the 60cm oven the 90cm oven is also somewhat universally sized. This common size makes this product very likely to fit within the cabinet space of a previously installed 90cm oven. Please keep in mind that when we refer to the 90cm oven we are referring to the 90cm wide x 60cm tall variation, and we are not talking about the 90cm wide x 45cm tall oven products that are becoming increasingly popular.
45cm tall Electric Ovens
Just to make it extra confusing, the oven products commonly referred to as 45cm ovens are 45cm tall products that come in typical variations of either 60cm or 90cm wide. It is important to double check both the width and the height of your existing oven when considering the ideal new product selection. For example you may wish to replace your 90cm wide x 60cm tall oven with a replacement and accidentally purchase a 90cm wide x 45cm tall oven. This would leave you with a gap in the cabinet in need of filling. This is an easy mistake to make.
60cm Double Electric Ovens
This type of product is often colloquially referred to as a 60cm x 90cm (or 6 by 9) oven due to its dimensions being typically approximating 60cm wide and 90cm tall. This oven configuration essentially consists of a standard sized 60cm oven at the top and a shorter grille oven at the bottom. This product is most commonly supplied as an all in one (single piece) configuration.
Stacked Electric Ovens
Unlike the previously described 60cm by 90cm double oven, stacked ovens are multiple separate appliances. Sometimes our clients opt to stack multiple ovens into a cabinetry section to simply have the extra cooking space available to them. In other instances clients choose to stack different types of ovens for different cooking styles, eg. standard and steam cooking. Some manufacturers sell a stacking kit to connect the ovens and if this is not provided Addison staff may need to allow for the construction of a separating shelf. Stacked oven may require individual electrical circuits to power each unit.
Gas powered Ovens
Gas ovens are few and far between these days with most of our clients with opting for the superior experience of an electric oven. Needless to say the process of installing a gas oven requires a completely different process and different trades persons.
For this reason it is very important to ensure that you are aware as to whether or not your old oven is gas or electric powered. Addison have the trades persons to undertake either type of installation however if you wish to upgrade from a gas to an electric oven our electricians will need to run a new circuit to power the product. Tip: if your old oven had a visible flame when operating then it is a gas powered product.
Typical Freestanding Oven Types
Gas Powered Freestanding Ovens
Gas powered freestanding ovens utilise gas for both the cooktop surface as well as the oven. Some older gas only ovens are true to their name with absolutely no connection to power, while more modern gas powered ovens often require a powerpoint to plug into to service the lights and internal fan. Typically when an electrical connection is required to service a gas powered freestanding oven it would not need to be an independent electrical circuit as the power draw would be very low.
Gas powered freestanding ovens are becoming less common due to the superior experience and lower running cost of electric ovens.
These products are most commonly available in 60cm wide variations.
Electric (non-induction) Freestanding Ovens
Electric freestanding ovens combine an electric oven and a ceramic-glass electric cooktop in a single, standalone unit. These products most commonly do require an independent electrical circuit (of adequate size and legally installation) to be connected to service the product.
Please keep in mind that when changing over an electric freestanding oven that the modern compliance requirements of an adequate circuit and a visible isolation switch would be required. For more information on isolation switches please check out our page on induction cooking. While these electric freestanding ovens are not quite as popular today with the availability of induction products they can be somewhat more cost effective and do not require induction compatible pots and pans to operate. Additionally this product only requires 60cm of clearance to the rangehood above making it a popular choice for people changing over an old gas powered oven who may not have quite enough clearance to install another gas top freestanding oven. These products are most commonly available in 60cm wide variations.
Dual Fuel Freestanding Ovens
The dual fuel freestanding oven is a versatile kitchen appliance that combines the benefits of both gas and electric cooking in one unit. While gas cooktops can be favoured by many, gas ovens are rarely preferred over electric ovens. As the dual fuel freestanding oven provides the gas cooktop experience as well as the superior electric oven baking ability, they are one of the most popular products installed by our team.
Dual fuel freestanding ovens require both our electrical team and our plumbing team for installation. Both trade types can be scheduled to arrive together and undertake these installations efficiently.
Dual fuel ovens do require a gas supply feed as well as an independent electrical circuit, however do not require the added work in installing isolation switches. This product most commonly sold in a 90cm variation and when undertaking a change over of old to new this product that most regularly fits into the allocated space without a problem due to its universal sizing.
Induction Top Freestanding Ovens
The induction top freestanding oven is a modern kitchen appliance that combines an induction cooktop with an electric oven, offering both advanced cooking technology and flexibility in kitchen placement. This product is becoming more and more popular as many of our clients are choosing to change out their old dual fuel freestanding ovens for these products as a key step in their mission to ditch gas. This product is not only popular with people leaving gas however as the induction cooking experience is thought to be superior by many. When changing over from a dual fuel appliance to the induction top freestanding there is unlikely to be any issues with fitting the product due to universal sizing. There can be requirements for upgrading the circuit though as the existing dual fuel circuit is likely to be undersized to service the new product.
This appliance is most commonly sold in a 90cm version.
I want to install a gas and electric powered appliance. Can Addison assist me with both trades?
Yes, we do this all the time.
It is not uncommon for our team to receive a call from a client who needs our assistance with an installation as the company they originally hired had not arrived with the trades required to get the job done.
As an appliance installation specialist, Addison Appliances are equiped with specific knowledge and the trade professionals required to get all types of appliance installations completed efficiently.
For jobs that require both gas and electrical connections (such as dual fuel free standing ovens or gas & induction combination cooktops) Addison will organise the plumbing team as well as the electrical team to arrive on the same day.
What if the new appliance does not fit into the allocated section of cabinetry?
Addison can quote further to organise trades people to modify most cabinet types to allow your new product to be installed.
Concealing gaps around new ovens.
Some older ovens could often be a little bit taller or wider than models that are currently available on the market today.
You might be thinking that surely there would be a manufacturer out there who makes ovens to suit the older larger models of the past, but you may be surprised to find that there is nothing really available to match these old dimensions.
Please note: This issue of gaps around units is more common on taller oven configurations and is very rarely an issue on standard 60cm or 90cm ovens.
This may mean that when changing over your old oven for a new oven that gaps may be present on the sides or above the new oven.
If you are faced with this issue Addison can offer panel work to fill these voids in either white timber, stainless steel or coloured perspex.
The image on the right depicts a job where the old oven being replaced was quite a bit wider than the new Gaggenau ovens that were installed. Addison installers built timber filler panels for structure and then had custom stainless steel panels manufactured and installed on either side. Stainless steel filler panel may be a basic performance solution however it can come out looking quite neat and for a fraction of the cost of having a cabinet maker re build cabinetry.
Can Addison simply wire up my new oven to the old wires that powered my old oven?
Most of the time this can be done…
When Addison provide a client with a change over quote the scope of work assumes that the existing electrical circuit is legally ran and adequately sized to adapt to the new oven. We choose to quote under this presumption because it is very rare that it is found that the existing circuit is not sufficient. As it is more cost affective for the client to utilise the existing circuitry rather than running a completely new line, this is what we aim to do for our clients.
While it is very rare that Addison technicians find themselves on a job where further work is required to run a new circuit, we still take the time to warn every single client about this slim possibility.
What is “change over” quoting?
When Addison supply a client with a “change over” quote the assumption is made that the new appliance will first of all fit within the allocated cabinet/bench cut out and that it will not require alterations to the bench top or related cabinetry.
The second assumption of a “change over” quote is the expectation that the existing services (electrical circuit & related switchboard or even gas line where applicable) will be adequate to connect the new appliance to, and that these services will already be legally compliant.
Please see below for the three most common compliance issues in regards to changing over old ovens with new ovens.
For ovens that require an electrical connection:
1. The existing electrical circuit may be found to be undersized or not installed to compliant standards.
2. The existing electrical circuit may be adequate to adapt to however it may require an upgraded modern safety switch to be installed In order to be compliant.
(minor work that can be done on the installation day if found to be required).
For ovens that require a gas connection:
1. Gas supply line must not be leaking.
2. Adequate clearance is required from the cooktop to the rangehood (for a free standing oven with a gas top).
3. The gas supply feed must be installed as per regulation.
(installed with appropriate materials, by required configuration and may require a shut off valve).
What is “change over” quoting?
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In instances when appliances don’t fit in the desired location or when existing services are not already adequate or compliant this can lead to requiring additional work to to resolve the issue.
Addison can quote to rectify any such issue that a client may face when changing over their appliance.
We even include pricing estimate details in the terms of the quotes provided to clients.
Addison are required to follow the same compliance requirements as any other Victorian installer however unlike some companies the Addison team will go above an beyond to communicate to their clients the potential for any such issues in advance.
It is Addison policy to be forth coming about potential extra work requirements even when it is thought to be unlikely that any such extra work would even be required.
Put simply, Addison staff will always warn you of the worst case scenario in the interest of being transparent with customers.
Most Addison change over jobs go smoothly without the need for any additional work such as alterations to cabinetry or electrical/gas services. In the event that any additional work is required Addison can offer solutions.
Do I really need to comply with all these regulatory requirements?
Addison installers follow all regulatory requirements to ensure you maintain your product warranty and remain fully covered by your home insurer.
Common Questions
Check in with the Addison team and we will provide you with our best advice.
When installing the new appliance our team will check the state of your gas line and let you know if there are any detected leaks.
Addison can arrange technicians to cut this larger for you. We even have contractors who are WorkSafe approved for the cutting of stone benchtops (via use of required safety equipment).
Unfortunately we do not repair old appliances.
Yes, we certainly can dispose of old appliances. This is included in our standard change over quotes.
Yes we can install the product to be compatible to run off of LPG, as long as you already have LPG services set up at your home.
A minimum of 650mm of space is required between the burner of the gas appliance and the lowest point of the rangehood.
No, Addison installers will remove the old appliances and dispose of them for you once they arrive at your home.
It is best to schedule an installation appointment with our team at least one day after your appliance(s) are due to arrive.
We do not like to install products on the same day that they are due to arrive at the site just in case the delivery is running late and our technicians are not able to install anything. For this reason, please request a day or two after the expected product arrival date.
