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Any metal-based materials can be used with this cooktop, though cast iron and aluminium are not recommended. Most such cooktops will come with a list of compatible materials.","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h2","heading":"Do I need an electrician to install a cooktop? ","text":"It depends on the type of cooktop you choose. If you install a gas cooktop, you will need to contact an electrician or gas technician for their service to hook it up to your home's natural gas. 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Coil-type electric cooktops have heating coils under a continuous surface that is covered by a layer of glass. Smoothtop electric cooktops are made out of solid ceramic or porcelain and heat faster than their coil counterparts.","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h3","heading":"Cost of electric cooktops installation","text":"You need $300- $600 for the installation job. 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These cookers use less energy and can bring water to boil faster than other stovetops, but they are more expensive.","bulletData":null,"numberedListData":null,"columnData":null,"imageCaption_1":null,"imageCaption_2":null,"imageURL_1":null,"imageURL_2":null,"numberOfImages":null,"numberOfColumns":null},{"__typename":"SectionData","type":"Text","headingTag":"h2","heading":"How long does it take to install a cooktop?","text":"Cooktop installation is an easy process, but it does depend on the type and installer. It will take about one to two hours if you are installing an electric cooktop; this includes the time for making sure that your electrical circuit can safely handle the additional load. If you're installing a gas cooktop, it will take between two and four hours, depending on what sort of gas installation is necessary. 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