What the job involves
Ovens and cooktops are often hardwired: they connect straight into the house wiring rather than plugging into a power point. Replacing one is electrical work. In general terms the job covers:
- Isolating the circuit and disconnecting the old appliance
- Removing it from the cabinetry or the wall so the new one can go in
- Connecting the new oven, cooktop or rangehood to the existing supply
- Fitting it in place and restoring power
- Switching it on and checking it runs before we leave
A rangehood is a smaller job, but the connection still has to be right and the cable needs somewhere sensible to go.
When people call
- The old oven or cooktop has died and a replacement is on its way
- They are changing from a coil or ceramic cooktop to induction
- A kitchen tidy-up includes a new rangehood
- The appliance is the only thing changing in the kitchen, so a full renovation would be overkill
If the new appliance is a different type or size from the old one, mention it when you call. A like-for-like swap and a change of appliance type can be quite different jobs.
Before you ask for a quote
Have these ready if you can:
- The brand and model of the new appliance
- A photo of the old one in place
- A photo of the switchboard
- Whether the cabinetry or benchtop cut-out is changing
We will tell you if we need to see anything else in person.
What you need to know
Electrical work in Queensland must be done by a licensed electrician, and DIY electrical work is illegal. If an appliance is hardwired, connecting it is not something to do yourself, no matter how clear the manufacturer's diagram looks.
What you get
- 12 months workmanship warranty, plus the manufacturer's warranty on products
- An invoice and a certificate for the electrical work
Our services come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law.
The appliance's own warranty comes from its manufacturer. Keep the invoice and certificate with the appliance paperwork so it is all in one place.
