Fewer dark corners and trailing leads
Layout fixed before wiring
We use cabinet and appliance positions to guide outlets and cable routes.
Light for specific tasks
We plan general and focused lighting around how each part of the room is used.
Place power and light where you use them
Kitchen electrical planning begins with the cabinet and appliance layout. We establish where fixed equipment, countertop appliances, sockets and switches need to sit before cable routes are finalised. Lighting can then be layered to do different jobs. General ceiling lighting helps you move around safely, task lighting brightens preparation areas and selected feature lighting can lift a darker run of cabinets. Spotlights and additional points may form part of the plan, while a rewire can be included where the room requires broader changes. Fixing these positions early avoids sockets hidden behind tall units or shadows falling across the chopping board.
Wire first, finish the room afterwards
First-fix wiring takes place while walls and ceilings are open for preparation. Plastering and decorative finishes can then cover the routes before lights, switches and final points are fitted at the correct stage. One documented two-week renovation combined strip-out, dining-wall removal, kitchen rewiring, plumbing, plastering and tiling. It shows how electrical work fits within a broader programme rather than happening in isolation. The actual timing for your room depends on scope. We coordinate final equipment connections with the chosen appliances and completed cabinetry where those tasks are included.
Frequently asked questions
How many sockets should a new kitchen have?
The right number depends on fixed appliances, countertop equipment and how you use the room. We plan practical positions after the cabinet and appliance layout is agreed, rather than placing a standard number along every wall.
What is task lighting in a kitchen?
Task lighting brightens work areas where you prepare food, wash up or read controls. It can reduce shadows created by wall cabinets or your own position. We consider it alongside general ceiling lighting and any feature lighting.
Can electrical work be added during a full renovation?
Yes. Rewiring, extra points, switches, spotlights and task lighting can form part of a coordinated renovation where agreed. We schedule first-fix before plastering, then arrange final fittings and connections at the appropriate stage.