Quick question regarding replacement of built in oven

[p4ult]

Sorry if this has been covered or is in the wrong forum.

I will soon be purchasing a new built in oven to replace my ageing one.

I know it needs to be installed by a Gas Safe certified engineer. I called a local guy and he quoted a reasonable amount. When I asked if that included a new hose, he said he would reuse the old one. The current one must be 20 years old.

Should a new hose be fitted?

Thanks
Paul

 

[hazetimesfive]

get an electric oven instead.

 

[p4ult]

get an electric oven instead.

Thanks for the helpful answer!

 

[hazetimesfive]

it makes sense to replace old and worn components, but its not absolutely necessary.

if i was in your shoes i probably would.

 

[hazetimesfive]

get an electric oven instead.

Thanks for the helpful answer!

sorry it just baffles me why people still use gas ovens

 

[p4ult]

get an electric oven instead.

Thanks for the helpful answer!

sorry it just baffles me why people still use gas ovens

It's what we are used to and what the wife wants, actually an electric one is half the price

 

[p4ult]

it makes sense to replace old and worn components, but its not absolutely necessary.

if i was in your shoes i probably would.

So there is no actual requirement for a new one?

 

[hazetimesfive]

none at all, providing it's not showing signs of distress or excess wear.

but it doesn't cost the earth.

 

[p4ult]

Thank you for your help