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Kitchen Renovation Electrics Checklist

Kitchen renovations are much easier when the electrics are planned before the room is plastered, tiled or fitted. Appliance positions, sockets, lighting and isolators all need thinking through early.

5 min readUpdated 2026-08-12

Key points

Quick summary

Plan kitchen electrics before plastering, tiling and units are fitted.
Think about appliance positions, sockets, lighting and isolators together.
Send kitchen plans, layout sketches or appliance lists if available.
Older wiring may need inspection before new kitchen work is completed.

Plan the layout first

The electrical plan should follow the kitchen layout. Think about where appliances, worktops, islands, cupboards, extractors and lighting zones will be before first fix work starts.

What to include

A kitchen often needs more than basic sockets. Appliances, isolators, under-cabinet lighting, extractor supplies, cooker circuits and feature lighting should be considered early.

Worktop sockets and USB points
Cooker, oven, hob and extractor supplies
Fridge, dishwasher, washing machine and appliance positions
Under-cabinet, ceiling, feature and task lighting

Check the existing installation

If the property is older or circuits have been altered before, the existing wiring and consumer unit may need reviewing before new kitchen circuits or upgrades are planned.

Send plans and photos

If you have a kitchen plan, send it with photos of the room, the current sockets and the consumer unit. If not, a simple sketch can still help.

Jmings boltCommon Questions

When should I book kitchen electrics?

Book early in the renovation process, ideally before plastering, tiling and final units are installed.

Do I need a separate circuit for kitchen appliances?

It depends on the appliance, existing circuits and the design. The setup should be reviewed before work starts.

Can Jmings Electrical work with kitchen fitters?

Yes. Electrical work can be planned around the kitchen layout and renovation schedule where access and timing are agreed.

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