Induction cooktops or stick with gas?

Question

So in my area the homes are more high end than starter homes. I'm wondering if you guys are making the jump to induction cooktops or sticking with tried and true gas cooktops. A high quality gas cooktop makes a statement when you walk into the kitchen. The induction cooktops while gaining popularity, don't have the same "wow factor".

Thoughts?

Adam K. · Answer

I would say it depends on the existing utilities as well. Around here many homes use oil for heat and I would not add propane just to do a gas range.

If there is existing gas/propane service to the home then I'd definitely go with gas because I think gas ranges have a broader appeal and they are less expensive.

Account Closed · Answer

I would go with the gas.  The wow factor in upper end homes will come from your cabinets, counter top, curb appeal.   How much more money will an induction cost over gas?    Sometimes I tend to get carried away trying to creat a wow factor when I'm really "wowing" myself and shrinking my profit.    Go with what you can afford to spend and make money at the same time if it's worth it.

Lance Clifford · Answer

Well since we're in the flipping forum, let's go with a flip. ;)

Perhaps you're not familiar with induction cooktops.

George P. · Answer

for renting or flipping?

either way i'd go with gas. show me a professional chef that does not use gas?

i wish i had gas, but it's a pain to clean the oven. my wife said "it's smooth top or you are cleaning it". so, we dont have gas. lol