Why it's not just plug and play
Most full-size induction hobs draw a lot of power and need to be hard-wired on a dedicated circuit, usually through a cooker switch. Some smaller hobs can plug in, but they're the exception.
Check before you buy
- The hob's installation instructions, which state the circuit it needs
- Whether you already have a cooker circuit, and what it's rated for
- If you'll also have an electric oven on the same circuit
- Whether your consumer unit has space and suitable protection
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Switching from gas
If you're moving from a gas hob, you'll need a new circuit run from the consumer unit to the kitchen, plus the gas supply capped by a suitably registered engineer. It's worth combining the work with other kitchen changes.
