Planning a Kitchen Reno? Don’t Overlook These Electrical Must-Haves

Renovating your kitchen is an exciting and practical way to upgrade your home.  While you have already chosen the perfect cabinetry, benchtops or splash back tiles, don't forget to also carefully consider your kitchen’s electrical design!

Smart electrical planning is an essential key in making a kitchen safe, efficient, and practical for today’s modern living whether you’re a master chef or a microwave master. At Axon Electrical, we help Sunshine Coast homeowners achieve the best out of their kitchen upgrades. Here are the things you should know:

1. Right Lighting

A modern and functional kitchen lighting upgrade not only gives a perfect vibe, but it also shows the kitchen’s daily functionality and ensures the food is prepared safely.

✅ Must-Haves:

• Install LED downlights for a good ambience

• Hang pendant lights on kitchen islands or dining areas

• Have strip lights beneath the cabinet for task lighting

  
  

📍 Local Tip: Sunshine Coast homes usually get natural light— have a warm-toned LEDs to layer your kitchen and maintain a bright and energy-efficient space

2. Correct Placing of Power Point 

It is always important to have a smart kitchen power point installation for convenient and efficient use of the space. Exact number of outlets should be installed in the proper area.

✅ Must-Haves:

• Outlets should be near the countertops and food preparation areas

• Install hidden outlets in the appliance cupboards which is convenient for kettles, toasters, etc.

• Have a USB charging points useful for phones and tablets

  
  

📍 Pro Tip: Ensure your appliances are strategically placed to prevent inconvenient and unsightly cord arrangements.

3. Circuit Upgrade to Support High-Draw Appliances

Part of your kitchen renovation is to ensure that your electrical wiring is enough to support the new appliances that you plan to install.

✅ Must-Haves:

• Ovens, cooktops, dishwashers, and fridges need to have dedicated circuits

• RCD and surge protection

• Ensure to comply with the safety switch regulations

  
  

📍 Local Fact: Some Sunshine Coast homes are already old which need switchboard upgrades to fully support the load of a modern kitchen 

4. Stylish and Safe Cooktop Installation

Whether you want a gas or electric stove for your kitchen renovation, you need to have an electrician to achieve a safe yet stylish kitchen.

✅ Must-Haves:

• The circuit dedicated to electric cooktops should be hardwired

• Ensure enough and safe clearance from overhead rangehoods

• Maintain compliance labels and proper isolation switches

  
  

📍 Pro Tip: Let your electrician coordinate with gasfitters for seamless installations

5. Install Smart Home Features

Transform your kitchen to a modern vibe by integrating smart technology and making the kitchen work more convenient and stress-free.

✅ Must-Haves:

• Install a motion sensor or app-controlled lighting

• Smart switches or voice-activated scenes

• Exhaust fan or under-cabinet lighting timers

  
  

📍 Upgrade your kitchen with the newest smart technology! Contact us for a free consultation

Why Choose Axon Electrical for Your Kitchen Reno?

We are a local team that offers professional support to your kitchen renovation here in Sunshine Coast. As qualified electricians we ensure to give you safety, efficiency and customer satisfaction. We collaborate directly with your builder, cabinet maker, or interior designer to provide fast and clean service, and a lifetime guarantee on all our work, including parts and labor.

From rewiring to final fitting - we handle everything! We want to be part of transforming your dream kitchen to a reality.

Ready to Power Up Your Kitchen?

Let’s chat about your renovation! 

📞 Contact Axon Electrical today for an obligation-free quote – (07) 4802 0303

📩 Email us to get a free quote -   info@axonelec.com.au 

From Noosa to Caloundra, Buderim, and everywhere in between, Axon Electrical is your trusted partner in providing you exceptional customer service.