The Cost of Keeping an AGA Always On — and Smarter Ways to Run Yours
For generations, the AGA has been more than just a cooker. It’s been the centrepiece of country homes, a source of warmth, and the reason why kitchens feel inviting even on the coldest Cotswold mornings. Richard and Margaret remember when their restored Georgian farmhouse was first fitted with its AGA — always on, always reliable. Colonel Charles still takes pride in stoking his traditional model before breakfast.
But in 2025, the reality is hard to ignore: keeping an AGA “always on” can cost thousands each year.
“The Real Cost of Running an “Always-On” AGA”
Traditional oil and gas AGAs were designed to run 24/7. That made sense decades ago when fuel was cheap, but today’s energy prices tell a different story:
Oil AGA (always on): £280–£320 per month
Gas AGA (always on): £220–£260 per month
Electric AGA (always on): £240–£260 per month
For many homeowners, that means £3,000+ a year simply to keep the cooker ticking over, even when it’s not in use.
Why Many Owners Are Rethinking “Always On”
While the AGA has always been loved for its consistency and warmth, homeowners are increasingly finding that:
The kitchen overheats in summer, leading to additional cooling costs.
Running costs are unpredictable, particularly with oil and gas prices.
Usage patterns have changed — families cook differently now compared to 20 years ago.
Smarter Ways to Run Your AGA
The good news is that you can enjoy the heritage and comfort of an AGA without overspending. Modern conversions, like the Electrickit Advanced, offer flexibility that traditional models never could.
Here’s how homeowners are saving hundreds each year:
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Set your AGA to switch on before breakfast or dinner, and let it power down when not in use.
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Modern electric conversions allow individual ovens and hotplates to be controlled separately.
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Run your AGA longer in winter for warmth, but cut back in summer when the house doesn’t need the extra heat.
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Keeping seals, burners, and insulation in top condition reduces unnecessary energy loss.
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Some owners keep their AGA in “slumber mode” and use a secondary oven for lighter meals.
The Bottom Line
Keeping your AGA running 24/7 in 2025 could cost £3,000–£3,500 a year. By switching to smarter, flexible usage with an electric conversion, many Cotswold homeowners are bringing those bills down to £1,000–£1,500 a year without losing the AGA’s unique charm.
For those who value tradition but appreciate practicality, longevity, and savings, it’s a shift that makes perfect sense.
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