Having a new kitchen installed in your home is a great way to add value to your property. Ensuring your kitchen electrical installation is up to standards and current regulations is really important as if the installation is in a poor condition, then you may need to remove your new kitchen to repair or rewire your kitchen.

Here are five things to consider before installing your kitchen.

  1. If your property is over 25 years old it is advisable to rewire the kitchen circuit, cable manufacturers only guarantee pvc cables for around 25 years. If you are installing a new kitchen, it is reasonable to expect your kitchen to last at least ten years, this would result in the original wiring being around 35-40 years old. At this age you can expect wiring faults and problems which may result in having to remove your kitchen to repair.
  2. Modern kitchens have many more electrical appliances installed than in previous generations. This can range from two ovens, dishwashers, warming draws, microwave grills, tumble dryers, hot taps to name a few. Rewiring your kitchen taking into consideration all of the new appliances that will be installed is a wise move and ensures your kitchen electrical installation is up to the demands of modern life.
  3. If you make alterations to your existing wiring and add additional sockets, then these sockets will need RCD protection. If your wiring is 25-30 years old your current socket circuits may not be RCD protected. Installing a new consumer unit to current wiring regulations would be a perfect time when upgrading your kitchen. This would ensure your installation is keeping up with current wiring regulations. This will help if you ever come to sell your property.
  4. Your new kitchen layout may be different to your current kitchen layout. If you need to alter the locations of sockets and switches it makes sense to rewire the circuits. It is just the same amount of work to alter an electrical circuit as it is to rewire your kitchen circuit. Rewiring your kitchen will give you peace of mind that the circuit will not fail and cause wiring issues in the future.
  5. Rewiring your property adds value to your home. Rewiring your house can cause disruption and lots of dust as does installing a new kitchen. Carrying out both jobs at the same time limits dust, disruption, and inconvenience. Rewiring your home and installing a new kitchen are two of the most disruptive but rewarding jobs to be carried out in your home. What better way than to do them at the same time?
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If you are considering installing a new kitchen to your home and are unsure about the condition of your electrical installation, your first point of call is to book in with Fylde Coast rewires for a free consultation. Our engineers will be able to advise you on the age of the electrical installation and any upgrades you may require. Please fill out the below form to book an appointment today!

If you are considering a new kitchen, check out Howdens range of kitchens here https://www.howdens.com/help-and-advice/inspiration/kitchen-makeovers/100-beautiful-kitchens

Thinking of rewiring your house? Please check out these rewiring projects we have recently carried out https://www.fcrelectrical.co.uk/bungalow-rewire-in-fleetwood/

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