Whether you are building a new home or renovating one, planning for electrical fittings is a good opportunity to ensure your home’s comfort, convenience, and safety. An electrical plan will help you consider all electrical needs are thoroughly as well as prepare for an adequate budget to cater for that.
What are some key considerations you should include in your electrical plan?
The position of your appliances and furniture
Once you have a rough layout of the house and rooms drawn out, you will have a better idea of your needs for power for the whole space in order to plan for your power points and lighting switches
Keep in mind how the rooms are used, so you can plan for the right lighting level and different types of light. For example, in the kitchen, you may want to add cabinet lights or stove lights for detailed tasks, alongside ceiling and wall lights. In areas that are used for multiple purposes, you might like to add dimmers to be able to adjust light levels.
A good way to keep your space neat and tidy is adding the PDL USB ports and smart shelf — no more tangled cords in the office or kitchen!
Types of power outlets and switches
There are multiple types of power points and switches available. PDL has a wide range of switchgear that can complement any design; the PDL Iconic range comes with innovative customisable skins and Bluetooth-enabled tech that’s not only stylish but also future-proof. Iconic switches come in 1-to-6 button configurations and can be one-way (lights controlled by one switch) or two-way (lights controlled with two switches, i.e. top and bottom of stairs).
If you’re dimming, consider a classic rotary knob or push button dimming instead of the standard on/off rocker or push button. Also, consider adding motion sensors for places like laundry, hallways, or kitchens where need to be hands-free. Adding timers will also give you peace of mind when it comes to turning on and off your appliances automatically after a certain time or within set time periods.
Then… how can I future-proof my home?
“What happens if I need more power outlets later?”, “Do I need to rewire the whole house if I want to add some smart home technology in a few years?”, “How easy for me to install a new electric vehicle charger?“… are some of the questions you should discuss with your electrician so you can have a plan created for what suits your situation now but also covers you as much as possible for future changes or renovation.
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