Installing a Circuit for an Electric Stove

Upgrading From a Gas Stove to an Electric Stove
Electrical Question: I was just wondering how much it would cost to rewire from a gas stove to an electric stove.

This Electrical Question came from: Sarah, from Loves Park, Illinois

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Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your Kitchen Stove question Sarah

The Basics of Installing an Electrical Circuit for an Electric Stove

• To upgrade from a gas stove to an electric stove a new dedicated electric circuit will need to be installed.
• Typically this will be a 240 volt 50 amp 4-wire dedicated circuit.
• The cost to install the new circuit will depend greatly on the home and the location of the kitchen in relation to where the electrical panel is located.
• Next the cost to install the stove circuit will depend on the available access or method that will be required to install the circuit from the panel to the location of the stove.
• In order to give an accurate estimated cost to install the stove circuit a visit to the home will be necessary by a qualified electrician who can accurately evaluate the extent of the project based upon all the factors as mentioned above, and including evaluating the available capacity of the electrical service of the home.

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Home Electrical Wiring and Electrical Repairs Please Note: Unless otherwise posted, please refer to the following Guidelines when working on Electrical Projects: Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced - Electrical Repairs and Circuit Wiring is Best Performed by a Certified Electrician or Licensed Electrical Contractor. Electrical Tools Required: Basic Electricians Pouch of Hand Tools, a Voltage Tester and a Multi Meter. Estimated Time: Depends on personal level experience, ability to work with tools, work with electrical wiring, and the available access to the project area. Precaution: Identify the project circuit, turn it OFF and Tag it with a Note before working with the wiring. Important: Modifying existing electrical circuits or installing additional electrical wiring should be done according to local and National Electrical Codes, with a permit and be inspected.

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