One of the biggest benefits of renovating or building a new home is the ability to customize every design element according to your personal needs and preferences. In a modern home, this includes deciding where to install your electrical outlets. Though this may seem like a minor detail, in the long run, it will play a major role in the function, efficiency, and safety of your living environment. When making your plans, consult an electrician and strategically decide where your outlets will go. Here are a few places you’ll need sufficient access to electricity. 

A Homeowner’s Guide to Electrical Outlet Placement 

1. Kitchen 

With all the different appliances you may use for meal prepping and cooking, the kitchen is one room you want to make sure isn’t lacking in power sources. Once you have a basic layout, determine where all your big appliances will be and how to accommodate them. From there, you can figure out how to make your kitchen the most appealing and functional. If you’re going to have an island, this is a good spot to add a charging station. You may also hide outlets inside drawers and cabinets to promote better organization. 

2. Bathroom 

It’s likely you’ll also need ample electrical connection in the bathrooms. Think about how you and your family get ready for the day, which appliances are commonly used, and how many people typically occupy the room at one time. One wise option install double outlets to maximize space. Your electrician will help find the proper placement for your outlets to ensure there isn’t a risk of cords running through areas with water. Outlets with ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) are recommended here as well due to water.

3. Outdoors 

If you enjoy spending a good amount of time outdoors, it’s just as important to focus on placing electrical outlets on your home’s exterior as the interior. This will help to make your outdoor living spaces as comfortable and convenient as possible and simplify your landscaping and maintenance efforts. Talk to your electrician about where to put outlets for holiday decorations, grilling and entertaining, power tools, and lighting fixtures. Safety measures are easily installed to protect all outdoor power sources from the elements.

For assistance achieving the best electrical outlet placement around your home, turn to J.R. Electrical in Marietta, GA. Their team of highly skilled electricians offers more than 40 years of industry experience and has extensive knowledge of local building codes. They’ll ensure your electrical installations are completed safely and in a manner that suitably meets your household’s needs. Call (770) 420-1530 to schedule an appointment in Metro Atlanta or visit them online for more information on the wide variety of services they provide.