Building a home from the ground up gives you the opportunity to customize every aspect. When you’re designing the project, carefully consider your electrical needs—rewiring is much more difficult once the home is already built. Below are a few factors to keep in mind while working with a home builder to create the ideal electrical system for your new home.

What to Consider When Planning an Electrical System

1. Outlet Placement

Running out of outlets or having to struggle to plug devices into awkwardly placed outlets can be frustrating. Think about where you want outlets in the home and how many. You may want to add higher wall outlets near couches for easy access. Backsplash outlets in kitchens or on kitchen islands are great for using appliances.

Adding more outlets to large rooms will make it easy to connect all your devices in a spread-out design. Outdoor outlets are smart for patios and entertaining. It’s better to have too many outlets than too few.

2. Media Center Location

Many homeowners overload their system when they try to plug many devices into a media area or home theater. Power strips and extension cords can create a fire risk, and overloading the circuit may trip the breaker. If you know where you’ll be adding a home theater, have your contractor add an additional circuit so you’ll be able to safely plug in all your devices.

3. Lighting Plan

Think carefully about where to light your rooms and how. Add plenty of lighting to hallways and rooms that don’t receive a lot of sunlight during the day. Keep exteriors well-lit to prevent break-ins and consider automated systems for seamless control. Many homeowners use a variety of lighting options, including recessed lighting, LED fixtures, pendants, and chandeliers. Add a dimmer switch to each to create just the right atmosphere.

If you’re looking for a skilled home builder in New Haven, CT, contact the trusted professionals at Santoro Home Improvements. They’re backed by 25 years of experience and can handle everything from custom building to home improvements and remodeling projects. This home builder also provides commercial construction management, which you can explore on their website. Call (203) 287-9787 to speak with a representative.