Dual Control Agas
The Dual Control (DC) is where tradition meets contemporary living.
This model gives the room heat and warmth of a traditional Aga but with controllable hotplates reducing energy consumption. A hugely popular model, these Agas are favoured by traditionalists and first time Aga owners alike. Running costs are moderate, though considerably higher than the Total Control and Electrickit models.
This model features a low heat “slumber” setting or the ovens can be turned off entirely, retaining use of the hotplates. Oven heat up times are similar to those of a traditional model so those users wishing to turn their Aga off for the Summer months to eliminate excess room heat, will most likely use the DC in the same way.
The joy of the DC however is that the hot plates can be turned on independently, with rapid heat up times - simmering in 8 minutes, boiling in 12 or less, keeping your cooker functioning throughout the seasons. Cooking techniques on the Dual Control align with Traditional Aga techniques, meaning little adjustment is needed for the long time Aga user.
The Dual Control is available as all electric or dual fuel. The Dual Control has recently been rebranded the R7 .and these models are roughly comparable.
All our Dual Control Agas at Rural Ranges (Dorset based, covering England, Wales and internationally), are meticulously prepared to the same standard you should expect of any Rural Ranges Aga.
Have you considered an ElectricKit? All the advantages of the Control series but at a lower price point. Find out more about ElectricKit Classic and ElectricKit Advanced.
Advantages of Dual Control Agas
- A middle ground between traditional and controllable feel and functionality.
- Offers ‘always on’ ovens and controllable hot plates.
- Fast heat up time of hot plates - simmering is 8 mins and to boiling is 12 mins.
- Utilises traditional Aga cookery techniques - less adjustment required.
- Generally very reliable.
- No flue required. (Some venting required- we will discuss your individual requirements.)
- Can be positioned anywhere with room venting
- Minimal servicing requirement (2.5/5year)
Disadvantages of Dual Control Agas
- Slightly reduced room heat versus a Traditional model.
- Hotplates should not be left on when not in use.
- Heat up times must be taken into account.
- Room heat in Summer may necessitate a separate “Summer Cooker”.
- Users more likely to have a separate electric kettle.
- Traditional Aga drying etc still completely possible but slightly slower.
- Fairly high part prices if repairs are needed.
- Can be more limited in market availability.
- Limited temperature control - restricted by settings.
Rural Ranges Premium
3 or 5 oven models
All Agas are sold in "as new" condition and include:
- Full re-enamelling including front plate and doors, top plate, lid rings and handrail brackets. Side panels come as standard in Black, coloured side panels + £200, if required.
- Produced to order, to your specifications
- Shot blasting of internals to clean cast.
- Refinished hot spots
- Replacement chrome domes (or re-enamelled domes), lid liners, lid cords, and sundries. For other finishes, including gold, brass, copper and black chrome, please ask for a quotation
- Replacement door liners, ropes, and sundries.
- Replacement chrome buttons and lid springs.
- Replacement oven tunnels.
- Replacement insulation in lids and doors.
- Replacement badge and handrail.
- Re-enamelled shroud if applicable.
- New, refurbished or upgraded PCB board.
- All other working parts new or refurbished.
- 5 year parts warranty*, 1 year labour
Installation by our own fully trained and accredited engineers (reduced purchased price available if you would prefer to use your own local engineer)
Dual Control Agas Pricing:
Prices include installation within 3 hours driving distance (according to AA Route Planner). Beyond this area, a small distance surcharge may apply. All prices include VAT.
| Ovens | Price | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Oven / Room Vent | £8500 | ||||
| 3 Oven / External Vent | £8920 | ||||
| 5 Oven / Room Vent | £10,250 | ||||
| 5 Oven / External Vent | £10,250 |
Additional notes:
- Installation: All our prices include installation to a prepared site. We install all of our own Agas and do not subcontract.
- Distance Charges: May apply beyond a 3 hour radius of our base, please enquire for details.
At Rural Ranges, our refurbished Agas are available in 48 colours & a huge range of finishes. Discover your favourite below!
We carry a wide variety of Dual Controls in stock, either with excellent original front plates, or re enamelled to a colour of your choice. Contact us today.
All our Dual Controls can be upgraded with alternative finishes from our Finishes List. Our stock includes Electric and Dual Fuel Dual Controls, both 3 and 5 ovens, with or without integral module.
Please contact us to discuss your requirements.
