Kitchen electrical work
Kitchen electrical work is not something that many people will come across in their lifetime. It’s also not something that most homeowners are comfortable with doing themselves. Medlock Kitchens of Manchester, kitchen experts in Manchester, will be your best option for this type of work. We have all the knowledge and experience you need to complete any project involving kitchen electrical work, so contact us today if you’re interested!
What is kitchen electrical work?
Kitchen electrical work involves any type of work that involves electricity in the kitchen. This can include installing new outlets or replacing old fuses with GFCIs (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters). We offer these types of services, as well as all other electrical projects involving your home’s kitchen.
Benefits of kitchen electrical work
One major benefit to having us complete any form of kitchen electrical work is safety and peace of mind for homeowners. We offer a wide array of quality products, so you know your project will be done affordably and correctly every time!
Another benefit of having electricity in your kitchen is the ability to cook in more places. If you’ve ever had a kitchen with only one outlet, and your appliances are in the wrong place for that single outlet, it can be frustrating. Medlock Kitchens of Manchester offers new outlets or GFCIs when needed, so you’re able to use all of your current appliances without moving them around too much.
When is kitchen electrical work not advisable?
Kitchen electrical work should always be handled by professional experts like Medlock Kitchens of Manchester because there’s simply too much at stake if anything goes wrong while working on an electric box/outlet within a kitchen area. There could potentially be severe consequences, such as injury from electrocution and even death due to faulty wiring or defective products used. Even if you do find a Medlock Kitchens of Manchester electrician who claims they can help, always ask for proof of qualifications and insurance before allowing them to begin work.
Types of kitchen electrical work
Installing GFCIs in place of old fuses
This involves replacing the old fuse box with a new one that contains ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI), which shut off power if they detect even slight irregularities in current.
Installing new outlets and extension cords
This is to accommodate new appliances and Medlock Kitchens of Manchester can provide this service as well, along with any other installation work required for dishwashers, ovens, microwaves etc.
Installing dimmer switches
If you have an existing light fixture that accepts standard bulbs rather than fluorescent or halogen bulbs, our electricians can install these. If you don’t already have such a fixture, then they would need to come back once they are installed.
What is involved in kitchen electrical work?
Kitchen electrical installation usually requires more than just basic wiring as the appliances used are on almost constantly and draw several amps/volts at times, which could be too much for regular outlets or extension cords to handle. Medlock Kitchens of Manchester can replace fuse boxes with GFCIs that shut off power quickly when the electricity starts flowing outside of its intended circuit. This type of upgrade does not require any rewiring, but it will improve safety greatly. Medlock Kitchens of Manchester can also add new outlets and run a circuit for an appliance if necessary.
FAQs
Our FAQs section contains additional information about Medlock Kitchens of Manchester’ services.
How do you stay safe with electricity in the kitchen?
Kitchen safety when there are various electrical appliances in use is a serious matter. Medlock Kitchens of Manchester recommends installing GFCIs instead of replacing fuses or adding new circuits for appliances that would be too much for existing outlets to handle, such as electric stoves and dishwashers.
How should kitchens be wired?
Kitchens require multiple heavy-duty circuits to accommodate ovens, cooktops, microwaves, fryers, and other large cooking devices that overload standard power supplies.
Where should electrical outlets be placed in a kitchen?
Standard outlet placement is one every 120 square feet, so we can help you determine how many outlets and their locations are needed for your kitchen.
Can solar power be used to power kitchen appliances?
Solar-powered microwaves have been manufactured for over 20 years, but Medlock Kitchens of Manchester recommend against installing such devices unless they require no outside electricity at all (such as refrigerators). It is also possible to install ceiling fan lights that use solar power and Zephyr can help you determine if that is a good choice for your kitchen.
What safety rules must be followed when using electrical appliances in the kitchen?
Kitchen appliances are some of the most dangerous household tools, so you must follow our safety rules when using them.
Such safety rules include:
– Keep small children and pets away from appliances when they are in use (especially hot ovens).
– Don’t overload electrical outlets by using one outlet for multiple devices.
Is electrical work in a kitchen notifiable?
It depends on the type of issues with your home’s wiring and how they impact safety throughout your house. Medlock Kitchens of Manchester can help you determine what needs repair and when it should go before city inspectors.
Is it safe to use an extension cord in the kitchen?
Using a power strip or extension cord is generally acceptable, but should be used sparingly. For example, never plug your microwave into an extension cord because such cords cannot handle this kind of load over time and may not meet safety standards. Extension cords are great for low-wattage items like lights and fans, though! And Zephyr can help you determine what size cords to get based on how much wattage your appliance will need so that they don’t overload standard circuits either.