Benefits of gas ovens

Thinking about purchasing a gas oven?

The kitchen is often the most utilised room in any household, and where we often spend a good part of our day.

One of the main reasons for this is to prepare and cook meals, whether this is for your family or you may be someone who loves to entertain and throw dinner parties, your oven will play a big part in your cooking experience, along with the outcome and taste of your meals.

We have come a long way with our ovens over the years, and with that, we are now offered a wide variety of styles and brands to choose from. One of the first decisions you will need to make is whether you go with gas or electric. So, how do you choose? It all comes down to personal choice, and the best oven to suit your needs. With that in mind, we cover the benefits of installing a gas oven.

Let's look at the great advantages of cooking with a gas oven

You can't go wrong with gas, it's a great choice for anyone who wants a reliable and efficient oven and one that promises to deliver even heat and consistent cooking every time. As gas ovens heat up and cook faster than electric ovens, they will save you time in the kitchen giving you more time to relax and enjoy the delicious meals you will be making.

They are perfect for roasting, baking and grilling your food – giving you plenty of variety in your meal choices, gas ovens are perfect for large families or anyone who likes to entertain, you can definitely rely on a gas oven to produce great results every time.

One of the benefits of cooking in a gas oven is it is less likely that your food will dry out, due to gas producing a small amount of water vapour. This, in turn, will mean your meals are less likely to lose their delicious flavours and when it comes to baking in a gas oven your baked goods will also stay moist for longer.

Generally, a gas oven will cost you more to purchase than an electric oven but will definitely save you money in the long run as it is cheaper to run gas than electricity, and with the cost of electricity on the rise, a gas oven is the most cost-effective choice. Not only is running appliances on natural gas a lot less expensive than electricity, but gas is also known to be cleaner running, emitting less carbon dioxide compared to any other fossil fuel, it is also much less harmful to our atmosphere and therefore better for the environment.

Chefs prefer cooking with gas, and it's no wonder, as they are more cost-effective as the oven heats up faster than an electric oven. When cooking with gas the heat is instant and the control unbeatable. Plus, cleanup is easy thanks to the self-cleaning feature on most gas ovens.

You may think installing your new gas oven might be a DIY project, however, it is imperative you have your gas oven installed by a licensed gas fitter or gas plumber. This requirement is in place to ensure the safety of you and your family, and to ensure the installation complies with all the codes, standards and policies, with the guarantee the work is covered by the necessary insurance.

Benefits of a gas oven

• Gas can be cheaper than electricity in most states in Australia.
• Gas offers Instant control of heat
• Heats faster, reducing cooking time
• Better for the environment
• Gas uses half the energy of electricity therefore it has lower carbon dioxide emissions.

There are two main styles of gas ovens

Conventional gas oven

• The heat source is either at the bottom or top of the oven chamber
• The heat source does not move, there are 3 different heat zones all at the same time
• The top level is the hottest and ideal for baking, the middle section is a moderate temperature, perfect for roasting meat and the lower part of the oven is the coolest and best for slow cooking. By placing food at different levels, all courses can be cooked at once.

Fan-forced or convection gas oven

• Heat is dispersed evenly throughout the oven, so several dishes can be cooked together at the same temperature.
• No need to preheat a fan-forced oven as the fan circulates heat quickly
• As cooking times are faster, food retains natural juices and flavour
• Simply switch off the fan to cook conventional.

Whichever gas oven style you have chosen, you can rest assured you have enhanced your kitchen with a superior and timeless appliance.

Complete gas oven installation services Sydney

For reliable, professional gas oven installation services across Sydney contact our team at Everyday Plumbing and Gas Services by completing a gas fitter booking request form today. Our service areas include eastern suburbs, southern suburbs, CBD, the Sutherland Shire, Cronulla, Hurstville and more.