Home remodeling is a great project! It can enhance your home’s visual appeal, function and value. There are lots of projects that you can do yourself, but there are some where it is just not safe or even legal. One place you should be truly cautious when working on home remodeling projects is when dealing with electricity. Electrical power can be quite dangerous and is better left to a licensed electrical contractor.
Installing Light Fixtures
One of the primary reasons homeowners choose to modify their lighting fixtures is that it can add value to your home. It may look and seem like a basic job to switch out lighting fixtures, but you have to remember that there are wires and cables running through them conducting electrical power. You will want to fully disconnect any electrical flow to your lighting fixtures before you examine them to consider replacements. So, when it comes to changing them out and wiring in the new ones properly, you definitely will need to call a licensed electrician.
Installing Ceiling Fans
Ceiling fans are awesome and they can certainly add to the comfort and even energy savings of a home when installed properly. Although adding ceiling fans is in some cases billed as a DIY job, the reality is that ceiling fans are more difficult to install than they look. Once the fan is mounted and turned on, even if it is installed properly, there will be some movement and vibration. If there are any loose wires or errors, you could have a fire risk lodged in your ceiling and you would not even know it until it was too late. To avoid such a catastrophe, call a licensed electrical contractor to install your new ceiling fan.
Kitchen area Remodels
There are lots of jobs in a kitchen remodel that you can easily do yourself. When it comes to adding a backsplash or new floors, an electrician wouldn’t be too helpful. You probably know that you need an electrical contractor for things like circuitry in a new waste disposal unit or adding an outlet for a dishwasher. You may not have considered that it is best to get the advice of a licensed electrical contractor when adding a home appliance, even if you believe you do not need a new outlet or circuit. The reason is because the new appliance might pull excessive electrical energy from your existing circuit, triggering your lights to dim or flicker or even your breakers to trip. It is best to be aware of these kinds of circumstances beforehand.
Basement Conversions
Basement conversions are a great way to add more practical space to your home, however they can be a great deal of work with many varied smaller tasks, each mini-project having some areas of specialization. If you discover that you need to install electric outlets or lighting fixtures, you will require a licensed electrical contractor. If the basement is in a less completed condition, you may even want to run all new circuitry, which is most certainly a job better left to a professional.
Outlet and Switch Modifications
No matter what room or area of a house you are choosing to remodel, odds are that you will want to change the outlets and switches. Not only will you get a fresh, matching appearance but you can be assured they will be safe and upgraded. You can even take the opportunity to install dimmers and timers which have become more and more popular for both ambiance and safety.