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Gray kitchen with a white quartz peninsula, a wood panel front and wood stools

Lighting and electrical

Kitchen lighting and electrical in Mason

Bright light on every counter and wiring that keeps up with a modern kitchen.

Wood island with an undermount sink and a black faucet under black lantern pendants
Circuits

Current code wants dedicated circuits for the fridge, dishwasher and microwave, plus two for counter outlets.

Layers of light

Recessed cans for the room, pendants over the island and strips under the uppers for the counters.

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    Homes from the 1990s

    Wiring is usually sound, but new appliances and an island often need added circuits.

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    Under cabinet strips

    The upgrade people notice first, because it lights the spot where you chop.

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    Permits

    Every added circuit means an electrical permit and an inspection.

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Recorded in the live tool
  1. 01
    Every line, in plain numbers

    Labor for each trade, materials and permits, using this year's Cincinnati wage data.

  2. 02
    Walk around it in 3D

    Choose your layout, door style, colors and counters, then turn the room any way you like.

  3. 03
    No visit until you ask

    A licensed contractor comes out only after you request it.

Lighting and electrical

Lighting and electrical questions

Q1Does a remodel mean new wiring?

Adding circuits or an island usually does. Rewiring the whole kitchen is rare in newer homes.

Q2How many recessed lights will I need?

Plan on one about every 4 to 6 feet. Taller ceilings let them sit farther apart.

Q3Who pulls the electrical permit?

The contractor does, for any new circuit.

White kitchen with a copper range hood, black lantern pendants and a long wood island with a white quartz top

Price it with your choices

Doors, counters, an island. The price follows every pick.