Is it expensive to change from electric stove to gas stove?

Answer 1

You have a gas stove and want to convert that stove into an electric stove? Maybe it could be done, but at what cost to you?

Disconnecting the gas pipes and installing new electric elements, and changing all the wires on a stove that was made to run on gas would prove to be VERY expensive. In fact it is not a good idea because it would cost you much less to buy a good secondhand or new electric stove AND have the right wiring installed to power it.

If you really want to use an electric stove, first call a licensed gas fitter to remove the existing gas stove and make the gas pipe safe. Then call a licensed electrician to install a new power circuit for you, with the right size circuit breakers, the right size wiring and a new outlet to power an electric stove.

Any field wiring changes to equipment or appliances will void the Underwriters Laboratory and CSA seal of approved equipment. Connection of this type of modified equipment has been known to null and void insurance policies .

Answer 2

As this is a moderately involved undertaking, particularly because of the installation of the gas lines, no estimate that is any good will ever appear here. It is best to have someone come and look at the project and give you a number. These estimates are often done at little to no cost, but be sure to use a licensed, bonded and insured professional. This will usually save you some headaches down the line. And it can save your house and possibly your life (and the lives on anyone home if a fire breaks out or an explosion occurs).