FAQs
We thought we'd compile a list of your frequently asked questions surrounding our cookers, the installation process and refurbishing in general.
If there's any question we haven't answered, just get in touch and we'll be happy to get back to you as soon as possible!
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How much does an Aga Cooker cost?
Prices can vary depending on model and supplier. Brand new Aga Cookers cost around £18,500+ for their 1m wide models.
Our most comparable refurbished 3 Oven controllable electric models, start from around £8,000.
We also have refurbished 2 oven aga cookers available in oil, gas and electric, that start from around £6,000.
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What is the point of an Aga Range Cooker?
An Aga Range Cooker is much more than just a cooker. Ask any owner and they will tell you the food just tastes better.
This is because the radiant heat from the cast iron ovens gently cooks the food and retains the moisure - instead of drying the food out with fans. Traditional models are desgined to be always on and ready to use, radiating warmth into the room. Our controllable electric models give you a lot more flexibility with temperature adjustments, induction hobs and automatic timers, to allow the aga to fit into your lifestyle.
An Aga Cooker represents a way of life. Luxury, Functionality and Beauty.
If you're looking for a brand new range, with quality and modern functionality, you can look at our Esse ranges (which offer the best baking experience with their wrap around elements!) or the most efficient cast iron cooker on the market - the everhot cooker.
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What Guarantee do you offer?
All of our fully refurbished Aga Cookers come with a 1 year labour warranty and up to 5 years parts warranty.
All of our brand new Esse and Everhot cookers are covered by their own maufacturer warranties.
Details and registration can be found here: www.saltirecookers.com/warranty
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How do you refurbish Aga Cookers?
There are lots of steps to bringing an Aga Range Cooker back to life.
Firstly, we assess the cooker to identify any issues or non-standard replacements needed. The cast iron ovens are shotblased to remove heavy soiling of past use.
The enamel parts are shotblased to remove the old enamel, then they are manually coated in new Vitreous Enamel (in a colour of your choice). This is carried out by industry professionals and quality checked before release.
Any chrome parts are replaced with new, to ensure a showroom-standard finish.
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Are there any hidden fees or costs?
We're fairly transparent on pricing, but we cover a large area and every site is different, which means quotes are bespoke.
As a guide, you should expect the below:
- Base price of the cooker (listed on our website).
- Delivery & Install (postcode dependent, starting from £500 for aga/esse and £300 for everhot).
- Plinth (for aga cookers, starting from £200).
- Any site preperations like flue works, oil/gas supply or electric works aren't part of our remit, so your chosen trades will be able to provide quotes for them.
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Which type of cookers do you refurbish?
We alwyas aim to supply Deluxe Post cookers. These are cast iron models forged from 1974 onwards. We have found these to be the most popular and durable models.
We also stock traditional models and pre-1974 models for those looking for a classic style.
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What are the deposit requirements?
We ask for a 60% deposit to confim your booking in our diary and we'll start to order in parts for preperation.
The remaining balance is due 14 days before we dispatch your goods.
You can choose to pay in full upon ordering to benefit from a discounted price.
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I'd like an Aga Cooker, Where do I start?
Welcome!
Firstly you'll need to decide on models and fuel types - don't worry, we can help you narrow these down to suit your lifestyle. Next, you need to assess your site for access, structure and preparations.
We have lots of information on the website, but also have our own in-depth pre-installation documents to help.