Build A New Home
Constructing a new home can be challenging in many aspects; however, it is an exciting and fulfilling task when you can complete the house. In as much as the end picture of the house excites you, there are many complications and obstacles you will face before you get the job done.
One major issue you have to look into during a house project is electricity. You don’t want to have a new home with electrical issues that will constantly require the services of an emergency electrician in London.
Installing a functional electrical system is a job that can only be done by a trained professional because it is complex, technical, and not easily accessible. If you know the right way to install your electricity successfully, it will save you a lot of problems both in the construction process and your day-to-day life.
If you’ve been contracted to do a building construction or you’re doing it yourself, here are six essential things you should know when planning and installing the electrics.
1. Electricity is dangerous
The fact that electricity is very dangerous is common knowledge, but this has not stopped the 321 deaths caused by electrocution in the last decade. 62% of these deaths were completely unintentional and were a result of poor understanding of electrical safety and many other complicating but avoidable factors.
If you are not a well-trained electrician, there is no need for you to attempt any form of the electrical installation that is not expressly stated as a task within a layman’s capacity. Always contact a qualified electrician.
The same applies to any job that’s outside your area of expertise. You shouldn’t take a chance on jobs that you have not been properly trained on. It’s better to spend a few dollars getting professional assistance for your electrical issues than receiving life-threatening injuries.
2. Plan early
Most issues with electrics come in the post-installation stage, especially when it gets to the time to move into the house. When you’re planning your electrical installation (wiring, outlets, and other points of connection), you need to take into consideration the specific requirement of each room in the house. You need to know which elements will best suit the occupants of every room.
An example is the electrical requirement of a new home office. An office will need ample power points, then you’ll consider the intended position of the computer and other technical equipment. A bedroom would require points for lighting the bedside lamps.
If you have contacted an electrician to handle the installation, you should feel free to say what and where you want it to be to avoid headaches in the future.
3. Take into consideration your technical level
If your household uses a lot of technical gadgets that have a high-power draw or always-on capability and large audio-visual setups, then you should consider getting an advanced wiring system.
4. Do not rely entirely on your lights
Consider a lighting plan that utilizes both artificial and natural light sources. Using too much artificial light would make you consume a lot of power for no real additional gain, and relying excessively on natural light will leave you stranded at night.
You should know that each type of light serves a particular purpose, so there may be no need to use large and very bright light in your bedroom where you’ll only be relaxing or reading before sleeping. Using a dimmer or filtered light would be a better option.
5. Do not leave out the outdoors
Most times, while planning electrical installations, a lot of people tend to carefully look into indoor planning and neglect that of the outdoor. Maybe a few sensor lights, and that’s it. Endeavor to make provisions for some power points for appliances like a fridge and even other electrical tools in your garage because it could come in handy in the future.
It’s always better to plan long-term because it will cost more to install these points in post-construction that it will when it’s done during the initial construction.
If you have a garden, consider the mode of lightening you’ll need, whether foot lighting, overhead lightning or proximity sensors.
6. Learn your system
Learning and understanding your electrical plan assures you of your future-proofing, helps you know the limits of the installation, and make the right choice concerning what you need rather than what you think you need. It will also help you know when there is a problem that needs the attention of a London emergency electrician.
When you understand your electrical plan, then you’ll know more about your available options. A practical example is installing a lighting control system. If you understand your plan, then you’d be able to know what kind of control you’re buying and if you have enough money to get it.
You can save yourself the stress of running electrical installation alone during any new home construction by contacting an electrician to do the work. Even when your wrong installation poses any challenge, just contact us because we have some of the best emergency electricians, in London and we would gladly tackle that emergency.
Reach out to our professional electrical team today for more details
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