NICEIC · BS 7671 · Neff / Bosch / Miele / AEG / Smeg
Cooker & Hob Installation in Fraserburgh, AB43
Single oven on 13A spur from £180. Twin oven on dedicated 32A circuit from £280. Induction hob 32A from £320. Cooker control unit always included. NICEIC certified to BS 7671 18th Edition Amendment 2.
Need a fuse box upgrade for the new circuit? See fuse box upgrade.
The first question
What dictates the cooker circuit you actually need?
The single biggest electrical question on a cooker install is load. How many kilowatts does the appliance pull when running? That determines cable size, breaker rating, and whether your existing kitchen ring main can take it or whether you need a brand new dedicated circuit from the consumer unit.
Three load brackets cover almost every cooker install we do in Fraserburgh:
- Under 3kW (13A): existing kitchen ring main can handle it. Single ovens, gas hob ignition, integrated microwave. Plug-in or 13A switched fused spur. £140 to £200 fitted.
- 3kW to 7kW (16A to 32A): dedicated 6mm cable, 32A breaker, cooker control unit. Twin ovens, ceramic hobs, smaller induction hobs, range cookers up to 90cm. £280 to £350.
- Over 7kW (40A+): dedicated 10mm cable, 40A or 45A breaker, sometimes triggers consumer unit upgrade. 4-zone induction hobs at boost, 110cm range cookers, professional dual-fuel ranges. £380+ and often needs a consumer unit upgrade.
Always look at the total connected load on the manufacturer spec sheet, not the marketing description. A "11kW boost" induction hob that's used at boost only briefly might still need 40A circuit because the breaker must be sized for peak draw.
5 install scenarios
By cooker type, what we install
Single electric oven (built in)
from £180 fittedMost Neff, Bosch, AEG built-in single ovens draw 2.4 to 2.9kW. Plug into a 13A switched fused spur or a regular 13A socket inside the cabinet. Hot to install (1 to 2 hours typical), no consumer unit work needed in most cases.
- Load
- 13A typical (under 3kW)
- Circuit
- Often plugs into a 13A worktop socket. No dedicated circuit unless 3kW+
- Cable
- Existing ring main fine for under 3kW
Double oven (built in)
from £280 fittedTwin-cavity ovens (Neff, Bosch, Miele) draw more sustained current. Dedicated 32A circuit with cooker control unit fitted on the wall. £280 to £350 typical including the cable run if not already in place.
- Load
- 16A to 30A typical (3.5 to 6.5kW)
- Circuit
- Dedicated cooker circuit, 32A breaker on 6mm cable
- Cable
- 6mm twin-and-earth, dedicated
Induction hob (4 zone)
from £320 fittedInduction is the highest-load hob type. 4-zone induction (Neff, Bosch, Miele, AEG) typically rated 7.2kW boost mode, 32A circuit minimum. Some 11kW boost models need 40A. Cable size and breaker matter: undersized causes nuisance trips during boost.
- Load
- 32A to 40A (typically 7.2 to 11kW)
- Circuit
- Dedicated 32A or 40A breaker on 10mm cable
- Cable
- 10mm twin-and-earth, sometimes 6mm with derating calculation
Ceramic hob (radiant)
from £280 fittedCeramic radiant hobs are slightly less power-hungry than induction. Most 4-zone ceramics are 32A. Common in Fraserburgh kitchen refits over the past 10 to 15 years, slowly being displaced by induction.
- Load
- 16A to 32A (5 to 7kW)
- Circuit
- Dedicated 32A breaker, 6mm cable
- Cable
- 6mm twin-and-earth
Gas hob + electric oven combo
from £140 fittedGas hob doesn't need cooker-grade electrical work because heating is gas. Just a 3A fused spur for the spark ignition (battery on some models, but most modern gas hobs need mains spark). Oven on a 13A socket. Quickest install scenario.
- Load
- 13A oven + ignition spark
- Circuit
- Existing 13A socket plus a 3A spur for the gas hob ignition
- Cable
- Existing ring main
A UK kitchen quirk
The cooker control unit, what it actually is and why you need one
Every UK cooker install over 30A includes a cooker control unit(CCU), a wall-mounted accessory that combines two things: a 45A switch (the big rocker switch you can hit with a fist if there's a problem) and a 13A socket (for kettles, microwaves, anything counter-top).
Why mandatory? BS 7671 requires the cooker isolator to be visible and accessible while the cooker is in place. Hidden behind the appliance = useless in an emergency. The CCU goes on the adjacent wall, 1m to 1.5m from the cooker, always within reach.
Common UK CCU brands: MK Logic Plus, BG Nexus, Hager Sollysta, Crabtree Capital. White moulded as default, metal stainless or matt black for design-led kitchens at a £15 to £35 premium.
Some installers fit a 45A "double pole isolator" (just the switch, no 13A socket) for hobs that don't need a counter-top socket nearby. Cheaper and cleaner-looking. We confirm preference at quote stage.
Brand-specific notes
Quirks per cooker brand
Each major cooker brand has its own electrical specifications and quirks. We've installed all 5 over the years. Here's what to know before buying.
Neff (Slide&Hide ovens)
Famous for the door that slides under the cabinet. Single ovens are 13A typical. Twin ovens are 16A. Some Slide&Hide pyrolytic models pull 2.9kW continuous which is on the edge of 13A safe load — we sometimes recommend dedicated cooker circuit for those.
Bosch (Series 8, Series 6)
Single ovens 2.6kW typical, plug into 13A socket. Twin ovens always need dedicated circuit. Bosch hobs use 32A min for 4 zone induction.
Miele
Premium German. Single ovens often 13A, but the higher-end pyrolytic and steam-oven combos are 16A and need dedicated circuit. Miele hobs are 32A induction standard.
AEG (mass market)
Mid-range. Single ovens usually plug into 13A. Twin ovens 16A. Their MaxiSense induction hobs are 32A or 40A depending on size.
Smeg (style brand)
Range cookers (Range Rover of cookers). Most Smeg range cookers are 32A min, the bigger 110cm ones are 40A. They have flexible flame igniters that need a 3A spur for the ignition module.
Detailed pricing
Cooker and hob wiring cost in Fraserburgh
Electrical scope only (excludes the cooker itself, gas connection if applicable, tile cutting, and consumer unit upgrade if needed). Includes cable, CCU, breaker, certificate.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Single oven on 13A switched fused spur | from £180 |
| Gas hob + electric single oven combo | from £140 |
| Twin oven on dedicated 32A circuit | from £280 |
| Ceramic hob (32A circuit) | from £280 |
| Induction hob (32A circuit) | from £320 |
| Induction hob 11kW boost (40A or 45A circuit) | from £380 |
| Range cooker (110cm, 40A circuit) | from £400 |
| Cooker control unit replacement only | from £85 |
| Like-for-like swap (existing circuit, same load) | from £120 |
| Consumer unit upgrade if existing board full | from £550 |
Local context
Cooker installs in Fraserburgh, what's typical
Fraserburgh kitchen renovations are running hot in 2024 to 2025. Granite cottages going from gas hob + electric oven setups to full induction + twin oven combos. That trend means more 40A circuits, more consumer unit upgrades, more cooker control units fitted on adjacent walls. We do these weekly.
The single most common upgrade we see: ceramic hob (typically 32A) being replaced by an 11kW induction hob (40A boost). The existing cable might be fine, but the breaker and the consumer unit way often need upgrading. We test the existing cable for thermal capacity during the survey, only replace if undersized.
Common questions
Cooker & Hob FAQs for Fraserburgh
Does my new electric cooker need a dedicated circuit?
Depends on the load. Single ovens under 3kW (most modern Neff, Bosch, AEG, Miele built-in singles) plug into a 13A switched fused spur on the existing kitchen ring main. Twin-cavity ovens, range cookers, induction hobs, and ceramic hobs all need a dedicated circuit (32A or 40A breaker, 6mm or 10mm cable, cooker control unit). Rule of thumb: anything 3kW+ continuous draw needs its own circuit.
What's a cooker control unit and where does it go?
A cooker control unit (CCU) is a wall-mounted switch + 13A socket combination. The big switch isolates the cooker (mandatory for any cooker drawing 30A+). The 13A socket is for plugging in a microwave, kettle, or other counter-top kit. CCU is typically mounted 1m to 1.5m from the cooker on an adjacent wall, never directly behind it. About £45 to £75 for the unit itself, fitted as part of the cooker install.
Can I have a cooker socket directly behind the cooker?
No. BS 7671 18th Edition Amendment 2 requires the cooker isolator to be visible and accessible while the cooker is in place. Behind the cooker means it's hidden when something goes wrong. Standard practice: cooker control unit on the adjacent wall, 1m to 1.5m from the cooker, always within reach. Never behind, never hidden in a cabinet.
How long does a typical cooker install take?
Like-for-like swap (existing dedicated circuit and CCU, just replace the appliance): 1 to 2 hours. New 32A circuit run from consumer unit to a new CCU: 4 to 6 hours including chasing cable, fitting CCU, testing, certificate. Adding an induction hob on a 40A circuit if your existing board needs an upgrade: 1 to 2 days because of the consumer unit work.
What's the rule about distance from the sink?
BS 7671 doesn't have a specific 'cooker must be 2m from sink' rule per se, but accessories (sockets, isolators) within 60cm of the sink boundary need to be IP44+ rated. The cooker control unit is normally mounted on an adjacent wall outside this zone. Manufacturer guidance for hobs typically requires 30cm minimum from the sink, but that's for splash protection of the hob, not electrical zoning.
Will my old fuse box take a new induction hob?
Often not, especially in older Fraserburgh granite cottage installs. A 32A or 40A induction circuit needs a spare way on the consumer unit, and ideally RCBO protection. About 40% of induction hob installs in older AB43 properties trigger a consumer unit upgrade. We assess this in the survey and quote both jobs together. See our fuse box upgrade service.
Do you handle the gas side of a gas hob install?
No. Gas connection requires a Gas Safe registered engineer (different qualification, separate trade). We do the electrical side: the 3A spark ignition spur for gas hobs, the dedicated 32A circuit for the electric oven that pairs with it, the cooker control unit. Gas hob commissioning is a separate appointment with a Gas Safe engineer.
Why did my old cooker keep tripping the breaker?
Three common causes. One: the breaker is too small for the cooker load (a 6kW twin-cavity oven on a 32A breaker that should be 40A). Two: the cable is undersized and overheating, triggering the thermal protection. Three: a fault inside the appliance itself (heating element going to earth, control board fault). We diagnose during a fault-finding visit (£85 first hour). See our fault finding service.
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Single oven from £180, induction hob from £320, range cooker from £400. Cooker control unit always included. Neff, Bosch, Miele, AEG, Smeg. NICEIC certified.