Electrical Upgrades for Your Home Improvement Project

Are you planning on making any home improvements this year? It doesn't matter if you are planning a major renovation project or you are just making a few updates in your home, it can be a stressful undertaking figuring out exactly what needs to be completed. For example, something you may not have thought about is electrical upgrades and electrical safety for your home improvement project. You may need to make a few electrical upgrades in which you will need to decide if you want to DIY the project or bring in a professional electrician at the Lake of the Ozarks to do it for you. Below are a few safety tips for your home renovation project.


You May Need to Do Some Rewiring 

We don't think twice about having electricity in our home which is often why we don't think about it when we are planning home improvement projects. Depending on your project, rewiring may need to be done. We highly recommend hiring an experienced electrician to evaluate your situation, determine what needs to be rewired and complete the rewiring project for you.

You May Need More Outlets 

If you have an older home, you may find that you don't have enough outlets. If you are adding a new room to your home or even upgrading your appliances, be sure to factor in more outlets. If you add more appliances to an existing room, it may be necessary to upgrade the outlet. If you have any questions or you're not sure if your existing outlets will support your home renovation project, give Catalyst Electric a call!


Plan Out the Layout of Your Appliances 

It may not be necessary to install new outlets to support your new appliances if you plan out the layout carefully. You won't want to overload any sockets so make sure you are aware of any limits of power your existing outlets may have.

Think Twice about DIY Electrical Work 

There are plenty of home projects that are DIY friendly. However, if you plan to DIY your electrical work, we advise you to do plenty of research before tasking yourself with the electrical work. There is some electrical work that must be done by a certified electrician to comply with homeowners insurance and selling your property down the road. The best way to avoid any issues later on and ensure that your electrical system is up to code is to hire a certified electrician at the Lake of the Ozarks to complete any home improvement project that includes electrical upgrades.

Call Your Trusted Electricians, Catalyst Electric! 

Before you begin your home improvement projects whether it be simply installing new appliances or adding on a room to your home, it's best to consult with an electrician to assess what electrical upgrades will need to be done. Catalyst Electric would love to help you with your home improvement projects, give us a call and we would be happy to consult with you about the necessary steps to ensuring your electrical system will support your new projects.

 Catalyst Electric: Best electrician service at the Lake of the Ozarks  


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