Convert Your Oil Aga to Electric
Swap oil burners and chimney soot for silent electric zones, steadier temperatures, and no more fuel deliveries with our oil-to-electric Aga conversions.
Key Summary
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Q: How much does it cost to convert an oil Aga to electric? A: Oil-to-electric conversions typically range from £3,800 for ElectricKit Classic to £4,750 for eControl X-Squared, including VAT and installation. See our Aga electric conversion cost guide.
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Q: How long does an oil-to-electric Aga conversion take? A: Most projects finish within half a day, followed by testing and handover so your oil Aga conversion is ready to cook immediately.
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Q: Will I still need my oil tank or flue? A: No. Our engineers isolate the oil feed, remove the burner, and you can often shorten or remove the flue once the cooker runs on electric zones.
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Q: Does an Aga oil conversion reduce servicing? A: Yes, electric elements need far less maintenance than wicks and jets, and our servicing team can handle the annual check.
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Q: Can I bundle refurbishment or re-enamelling? A: Absolutely. Many customers combine the conversion with Aga refurbishment so the cooker looks and performs like new.
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Q: Do you cover Yorkshire and beyond? A: Yes, we convert oil Agas across Yorkshire, Cumbria, and the North East, with nationwide projects arranged on request.
Electric Conversion for Oil Aga
Oil-fired Agas are legendary for their radiant heat, but the wicks and burners were designed to stay on all day so bills often climb above £24–£31 per week plus servicing costs. A modern oil to electric Aga conversion keeps the same cast-iron cooker while turning each oven and hotplate into a controllable electric zone.
John Wray Range Cookers has converted oil Agas for more than 30 years. We drain and isolate the oil feed, remove the burner, install ElectricKit or eControl systems, and leave you with an Aga that feels familiar but runs on clean electricity.
Contents
Table: Oil Aga Conversion to Electric Options
| Conversion system | Ideal for | What’s included | Typical cost* |
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| ElectricKit Classic (2–4 ovens) | Owners who want dependable dial control with minimal tech | Independent oven & hotplate elements, new insulation, manual timers | £3,800–£4,700 |
| ElectricKit Advanced | Bakers who want touchscreen, app scheduling, and optional induction | Wi-Fi control panel, Smart Life app access, ECO/rest modes, induction upgrade option | £4,300–£4,700 |
| eControl Series X | Oil Aga cooks who want rapid heat-up and precise digital dials | Tri-element oven layout, digital thermostats, instaheat hob upgrade option | £4,000–£4,750 |
| eControl Series X-Squared | Households who need remote access, power-share energy management, and live monitoring | Wi-Fi/Bluetooth control, X-Touch handset, power management, app scheduling | £4,350–£4,750 |
*Prices include VAT, draining and capping the oil feed within 100 miles, delivery, installation, new insulation, and cold shelf adjustments. Detailed surveys ensure accurate quotes, and we can bundle Aga refurbishment or re-enamelling. For itemised figures, visit the Aga electric conversion cost guide.
Why Convert Your Oil Aga to Electric?
Oil-fired Agas are quite steady but they rely on burners that stay alight 24/7 and frequent servicing to clean jets and flues. A convert oil Aga to electric project removes the smell, soot, and oil deliveries while keeping the cooker you love.
- Lower running costs: Timed zones can reduce weekly spend to £6-£12, compare figures on our Aga running costs page.
- Less maintenance: Electric elements remove wicks, filters, and annual oil burner strip-downs.
- No fuel storage: Remove the external tank or keep it for other appliances without depending on deliveries.
- Cleaner kitchen: No more soot or fumes drifting into the room when the burner cycles.
5 Signs Your Oil Aga is Ready for a Conversion
- You are tired of scheduling oil deliveries or dealing with rising oil prices.
- The burner struggles to light, floods, or needs frequent engineer visits.
- You want to relocate the cooker as part of a renovation without worrying about oil lines.
- You plan to rent or sell the property and want simpler running costs.
- Your current Aga installation needs updating to meet modern ventilation rules.
Choose Preferred Electric Conversion
We install both ElectricKit and eControl systems, so you can match the technology to how you cook.
- ElectricKit Classic: Manual dials, rapid hotplate heat-up, and simple maintenance.
- ElectricKit Advanced: Touchscreen interface, Smart Life app scheduling, optional induction hob.
- eControl Series X: Digital rotary controls, eco modes, and ultra-fast heat-up.
- eControl Series X-Squared: Adds Wi-Fi, Bluetooth handset, power-share technology, and mobile monitoring.
Every system includes new insulation blankets, electric element packs, seals, and a full electrical test so your upgraded cooker feels like new.
Real-world Example of Oil Aga Conversion
Real-world example: A Ripon farmhouse converted its ageing 2-oven oil Aga to an ElectricKit Advanced system during a kitchen refresh. We removed the burner, fitted new insulation, and installed the touchscreen controls. Their weekly running costs fell from roughly £35 on heating oil to £12-£18, and they can now preheat ovens remotely before commuting home.
How Oil-to-Electric Conversion Works
- Survey & quotation: We inspect your existing installation, electrics, oil feed, and flue before confirming the right system.
- Isolation & strip-down: The oil line is drained and capped, burners removed, and the cooker is stripped back to the casting.
- Upgrade & wiring: We fit new insulation, elements, control hardware, and run dedicated electrical spurs.
- Testing & balancing: Each oven and hotplate is tested for heat-up speed, thermostats are calibrated, and safety checks are logged.
- Handover & warranty: You receive a demonstration, care guide, and full warranty paperwork plus optional servicing schedule.
Final Decision
Switching from oil to electric keeps the soul of your Aga while eliminating messy fuel deliveries, burner servicing, and fluctuating oil bills. Explore our Aga electric conversions in Yorkshire to see how we handle every detail.
Oil to Electric Conversion FAQs
How much does it cost to convert an oil Aga to electric?
Most 2-oven oil conversions start around £3,800 with ElectricKit Classic and rise to £4,750 for eControl Series X-Squared, including VAT, installation, and removal of the oil feed. For a detailed breakdown see our conversion cost guide.
What happens to the oil tank and flue?
We drain and cap the internal oil line, disconnect the burner, and advise on tank decommissioning. Many homeowners shorten or remove the flue because electric systems no longer produce combustion gases.
Will my electrics need upgrading?
We confirm this during the survey. Most homes already have a suitable supply, but we can arrange qualified electricians if you need a dedicated spur or breaker.
Can you convert vintage or reconditioned oil Agas?
Yes. We regularly convert original castings during Aga refurbishment projects so the cooker looks and performs like new.
How often will I need servicing after the conversion?
Electric systems require far less maintenance than oil burners. We still recommend an annual check, which our Aga servicing team can arrange.
Do you cover areas outside Yorkshire?
Our engineers cover Yorkshire, Cumbria, and the North East every week, and we may consider traveling further afield if the Aga oil conversion project is feasible.
Ready to Convert Your Oil Aga?
If you’re ready to plan an oil-to-electric Aga conversion, request a callback and we’ll schedule a survey, outline system options, and manage the entire installation. We can also discuss reconditioned Agas, servicing packages, and finance to make the upgrade simple.
