If you’re planning your first home renovation, you might be excited about selecting your new paint, flooring, and cabinetry. However, it’s important to consider your electrical wiring, especially if you live in an older home. Working with an electrical contractor will ensure your additions and upgrades are installed properly. Here are a few projects you should consider for your renovation.

3 Electrical Updates to Include in a Home Renovation

1. Add More Outlets

The most common electrical problem homeowners experience is a lack of outlets. This leads many to rely on power strips as a permanent solution to run their appliances and devices. Unfortunately, overloading a power strip can cause it to overheat and spark. To protect your household from a fire, ask your electrical contractor to install additional outlets in frequently used areas, like home offices, game rooms, and outdoor entertaining spaces.

2. Update Old Lighting

Lighting can illuminate dark corners, making the room feel bigger and airier. Instead of relying on traditional lamps to illuminate your home, upgrade to recessed and under-cabinet lighting. These solutions remove lamps off the floor, creating more square footage for your living spaces. Opt for LED fixtures with energy-efficient features, like motion detection and dimming capabilities, to reduce your utility bills.

3. Install New Wiring

Vintage homes may be charming, but they often feature original tube or aluminum electrical wiring that’s incapable of meeting modern technology demands. A renovation presents the perfect opportunity to replace old wiring without inconvenient damage to your drywall. You may also want to consider having your electrical contractor replace outdated appliances, like your stove or refrigerator, at the same time to ensure your renovated home continues to be stylish and functional for many years.

If you’re tackling your first home renovation and want to complete electrical upgrades at the same time, contact the team at ‘Oihana Electrical Services in Makawao, HI. These skilled electrical contractors provide Maui residents with recessed and under-cabinet lighting installations as well as panel upgrades. View their services online, or call (808) 212-9991 to schedule a free consultation.