Electrical is one of the first trades in any remodel — and one of the hardest to change after the walls are closed. A little planning up front saves time, money, and frustration later.
Start with a lighting plan
Before rough-in, decide where recessed cans, pendants, under-cabinet lights, and switches will go. Think in layers: ambient (general), task (over counters and sinks), and accent (to highlight features). Dimmers on every circuit give you flexibility.
Add dedicated circuits
Kitchens, baths, and home offices each need dedicated circuits so a single appliance doesn't take down the whole room. A modern kitchen often needs 6–8 circuits — including two small-appliance circuits, a dedicated microwave circuit, and a dedicated circuit for the refrigerator.
Plan for the future
Adding an EV charger later? A heat pump? A hot tub? Run a spare conduit or an oversized service now while the walls are open. It's dramatically cheaper than retrofitting later.
Get it inspection-ready
Permit-ready, code-compliant rough-in keeps your contractor on schedule and passes inspection the first time. We label every circuit, secure every cable, and coordinate with your GC so close-in happens on plan.
Planning a remodel in the Triangle? Tell us about your project and we'll map every circuit, outlet, and fixture with you.