Residential home electrician JMC Electric knows remodeling a home can take time and patience. Some electrical wiring problems are not unsafe, but they can be bothersome, making them the perfect candidates for extra projects during a home remodel.

Whether your electrical wiring is very old, or it just got installed within last decade, it can be dated and ready for some upgrades if it’s causing problems.

Because much of your electrical system is concealed behind the walls, it can be easy to overlook when planning a remodel. Consider home electrical wiring upgrades along with all the other items on your home renovation list with residential home electrician JMC Electric. When completing a home renovation that involves opening walls and ceilings for other reasons, you have the perfect opportunity to make electrical upgrades.  Ensure you plan for both current needs and what you might need in the future.

Too Few Outlets

If your family has grown, your requirements for electrical power has probably grown even quicker. A home remodel is a right time to install additional outlets on each wall. Families have different needs for extra outlets, such as:

• A home office with some computers and printers
• Older kids’ rooms with televisions and video games
• Outdoor spaces
• Kitchens with new gadgets or appliances

If you find yourself using multiple power strips and extension cords for your everyday tasks, then it’s time to get an electrical upgrade. Your professional residential local electrician at JMC Electric can include extra outlets in your renovation plan. solving the trouble of having to unplug some appliances before plugging in others.

No GFCIs Installed

GFCIs, or Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters, are designed to instantaneously turn the electricity off if the plugged-in item comes in contact with water or other types of moisture. These safety devices are standard in bathrooms and kitchens now, but if you own an older home they may be missing from your rooms.

It’s a very simple task for residential local electrician JMC Electric to switch out one type of outlet for another during a home renovation work, but it’s essential for your family’s safety, and may even be required for a renovation, depending on your local building code.

Electrical Wiring

Most vintage homes will need to upgrade the electrical wiring at some point. The appliances and technology we own now demand a certain level of reliable power.  A home remodel is the right time to upgrade your tube or aluminum wiring as well as installing new major appliances. If you have to open walls as part of your home remodel, consider making upgrades to your electrical wiring while you have open access. This could be the perfect time to update old wiring for safety, efficiency, and modern gadgetry.

For more information about remodeling, call JMC Electric at (913) 362-2100. For a free estimate, click here.