When thinking of renovating your kitchen, we’re all guilty of thinking of what you see at face value - how the layout looks and where things would look best. We don’t often stop to factor in the practicality and wiring of appliances until it’s too late and we’ve realised the layout we’ve planned, simply won’t work.
Here at Eru Electrics, we are your local and trusted electricians - here to offer you advice on what to think about and factor in when planning kitchen electrics in your Sittingbourne home.
What are the benefits of pre planning kitchen electrics?
By working with a local electrician when planning kitchen electrics, it allows you to avoid any potential costly mistakes further down the line. An electrician can ensure the installation of the kitchen electrics is compliant with standards. As your kitchen is considered ‘special electrics’ there are extra steps that have to be taken to ensure the installation is considered safe to use.
Should you ever decide to sell your home, you will then have the relevant paperwork to prove the installation was done professionally by trusted electricians under Part P.
Your local electrician in Sittingbourne can also help you with kitchen electrics solutions to ensure the usage is as efficient as possible, with a plan completely tailored to your kitchen and lifestyle.
Safety points to consider when planning kitchen electrics
As mentioned previously, kitchen electrics are considered ‘special electrics’ in the UK due to the close proximity of water and electricity. This means that the prime location for sockets to be installed is a minimum of 30cm (horizontally) away from the sink or hob.
Above work tops sockets should be around 10/15cm above the worktop, with the circuits being correct for the use of high power appliances.
It’s advised that appliances like your hob have their own circuit in order to prevent potential overloading and reduce the risk of an electrical fire. The same applies to the lighting, it’s advised that this is installed on its own circuit, this way should an appliance trip the circuit - you aren’t left in the pitch black.
Qualifications to look for in a Kitchen Electrician
When looking for an electrician to help with planning kitchen electrics, you want to ensure that the electrician carries the correct insurance should anything happen during installation and also that they can provide you with appropriate certification.
A great electrician will often have the below accreditations:
- NICEIC (National Inspection Council for Electrical Installation Contracting)
- Which? Trusted Trader
Both require rigorous testing and paperwork, this is really what separates a good electrician from a great electrician.
Locating a trusted electrician to install kitchen electrics
We understand that it can be difficult to find the right electrician for you. Here at Eru Electrics, Sittingbourne we are your knowledgeable and experienced team. We can view your kitchen, discuss your needs and plans and work with you to ensure a kitchen electrics plan that is completely tailored to your home and most importantly, safe.
If you’d like to enquire about planning kitchen electrics, feel free to give us a call or get in touch via email today. We can discuss your plans, and arrange a home visit
Eru Electrics, Sittingbourne
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