Range Benefits
Ranges are an essential addition to any kitchen, offering the convenience of a stove and oven in one appliance. Ideal for both novice cooks and culinary enthusiasts, they support a wide range of cooking methods. Ranges are available in various sizes and styles, including freestanding, slide-in, and drop-in models, ensuring a perfect fit for your kitchen’s design and layout. Advanced features like multiple burner configurations, convection ovens, and self-cleaning options cater to diverse cooking needs and preferences.
Modern ranges are also energy-efficient, a key consideration in today’s environmentally conscious world. Whether electric, gas, or dual-fuel, these appliances are designed to reduce energy consumption, lowering utility bills and fostering sustainable living. Gas ranges are favored for their precise temperature control, while electric ranges offer ease of cleaning and consistent cooking surfaces. Dual-fuel ranges provide the precision of gas cooktops with the even heating of electric ovens. The addition of smart technology in some models enhances the cooking experience with features like remote monitoring and control.
Bringing Your Range Home
Selecting the right range involves considering your cooking habits, kitchen space, and style preferences. Measure your kitchen space to determine the size and type of range that will fit. Reflect on your cooking style: if you bake frequently, prioritize a robust oven; if you prefer stovetop cooking, focus on the cooktop's features. Choose between gas, electric, or dual-fuel based on your preferences and available utilities, and consider energy efficiency ratings to meet your environmental and budgetary goals.
After choosing your ideal range, professional installation is crucial for safety and performance. Coast Appliances offers expert installation services, ensuring safe and correct setup while adhering to all safety standards. Our professionals also provide guidance on your range’s features and maintenance. Regular cleaning, checking gas ranges for leaks, and replacing filters are vital for maintaining efficiency and longevity. With proper care, your range will be a valuable and long-lasting addition to your kitchen. For more detailed information on our delivery, installation, and haul-away services, please visit our shipping and delivery page.
A gas range uses an open flame to deliver heat to both the cooktop and oven, while electric ranges have coil heating elements beneath a glass cooktop. Induction ranges heat pots and pans quickly - but not the cooktop itself - with powerful magnets, however, it requires special induction pans. For maximum power and accuracy, there are dual-fuel ranges: a gas cooktop over an electric oven.
"Stove" is a term that may mean different things to different people, leading to confusion. However, the dictionary defines "stove" as simply an appliance for cooking or heating, and it is commonly used interchangeably with "range."
At Coast Appliances, we have ranges to fit any kitchen. While many kitchens have space for a standard 30-inch-wide range, you may need one narrower for your space or one much wider to fit more burners for extra cooking power. Consider your budget and needs and let us show you how to get the most for your money.
Gas and electric ranges are some of the longest-lived cooking appliances, with 13-15 years of service expectancies. But if your range isn't heating - or is heating unevenly - it may be time to replace it, no matter how old it is. A good rule of thumb is if repairs will cost 50% or more of the cost of a new model, replace it.
It’s a good idea to invest in a range from a brand with a track record of making reliable appliances. At Coast Appliances, those are the only brands we sell, including Whirlpool, Frigidaire, GE, Wolf, Fisher Paykel and many more. If we carry it, it’s reliable!
