Most cooking is done on the stove. As a result, many people have definitive preferences about whether a gas or electric one is better. If your kitchen is currently outfitted with the second option, a plumber can help hook up a new gas range. The following guide outlines some of the benefits involved with making this switch.

Why Do People Prefer Gas Stoves?

1. Immediate Heat

Gas cooktops provide immediate heat. The flame on the stove adjusts in size and temperature as you turn the dial, while electric stoves require some time to heat up. This means you can get cooking faster. The attached oven also heats more quickly for efficient baking. In addition, gas stoves cool down at a more rapid rate than their electric counterparts, reducing the risk for burns.

2. More Precise Temperature Control

Though electric stoves offer some temperature control, they are not as precise as a gas stove. They also periodically switch on and off during cooking, which can affect food preparation and taste. Gas stoves provide a consistent level of heat as well as minute adjustments. This enables home cooks to sear or simmer their food more easily for a better taste. Gas is especially useful if you like to cook with a wok or other container with a rounded bottom since the flames will reach the sides better than a flat, electric burner can.

3. Convenience During Power Outages

When the power goes out during the winter, a gas stove will still run when an electric one will not. This way, you can prepare meals or boil water for the family. Even gas stoves that use an electric ignition can be lit by using a match over a burner with the knob set to low and then opening the gas line.

Whether you need to hook up a gas stove or furnace, count on Biggerstaff Plumbing Heating & Air. Serving the Lincoln, NE, area since 1957, this third-generation, family-owned business is staffed by both plumbers and HVAC contractors and is ready to help when the unexpected occurs. To learn more about their services, visit them online. To request a free, no-obligation estimate from a plumber, call (402) 466-8118.