Thinking of Remodeling a Kitchen or Bathroom? Top Considerations

The kitchen and bathroom can be the trickiest parts of your home to renovate. With all the different plumbing, electricity, and appliances they use, remodeling these spaces requires careful planning beforehand.

We will advise you about the top items you should consider before renovating your kitchen or bathroom.

Bathroom must-haves

Exhaust fans are always beneficial since they get rid of excess moisture and unpleasant smells. Adding one to a bathroom should be considered. If there is already one installed, it is possible to upgrade it.

For example, if the sound of the fan is an issue, there are fans now with remote loaders, which means that the motor – often the cause of the noise – is separate from the fan and can be in a different room. There are even Bluetooth speakers and LED lights available as an upgrade.

Kitchen must-haves

Having enough power outlets has always been necessary because of the vast number of kitchen appliances. However, upgrading some of these power outlets to USB ports should be considered with today’s technology. Adding many and conveniently accessible phone, laptop, and tablet-charging connections is one of the simplest ways to modernize your kitchen and make it more usable for today’s families.

Electrical preparations

Before you call an expert, the most effective preparation is correctly labeling the electrical panel and understanding what each switch controls. Every homeowner should be acquainted with their home’s circuit breaker and fuse boxes, as well as what each fuse regulates. To avoid electrical damage to your house, make sure your breaker panel or fuse box is up to standard.

Also, determine if the service panel can handle the increased demand from all additional circuits necessary for new and upgraded appliances. A service panel with too many circuits is unsafe. Thus, a new or extra panel may be required to balance the workload. Keep in mind that installing a new panel may require adjustments to your renovation budget and schedule.

Smart features

Technological advancements make it possible for your kitchen or bathroom to possess many smart features. Wireless switches interact using radio waves, removing the need for additional wires. Also, you can remote control and separately adjust the lights with your smartphone.

Another great application of wireless technology is smart blinds that you can program to open or close based on the time of day. Renovating gives you the chance to implement these innovative features, so it is worth considering which ones you’d like to include before starting the process.

Check the wires

You only need to update the wiring during a renovation if it is damaged or old.  The age of your home will greatly determine if you need to change the wiring. But there’s a strong possibility that when you tear up a wall during a renovation, you’ll uncover a few items that require replacement. A residence with up-to-date electric cables is not only efficient but also secure.

Contact an electrical professional today to ensure that your home is ready for your kitchen or bathroom renovation.

If you need a highly-reviewed, licensed electrician in the Phoenix Valley area, call Efficient Electric at 623-900-1461. We would love to hear from you!