Safe & Fast Electrical Renovations For Melbourne Homes
Renovating your Melbourne home is exciting and a whirlwind experience. It’s the perfect time to switch things up as well as address underlying issues such as old wiring, inefficient power points, outdated switchboards and electrical systems that weren’t designed for your lifestyle.
Getting our electricians involved early also allows you to find and address any outdated or unsuitable electrical infrastructure while the walls and ceiling are easily accessible. Instead of retrofitting all the electrical work and wiring after the renovation is finished, we can plan the installation around the building work from start to finish.
For expert advice tailored to your home renovation project, give WP Electrical a call on 1300 203 276 or complete our online enquiry form today.
What’s Involved in an Electrical Renovation?
An electrical renovation can be as easy as moving a few power points in your home office to completely rewiring your house and upgrading your main supply. Depending on your project’s scope or budget, our process typically involves:
- Mains & Load Assessment: Our electricians calculate your home’s maximum electricity capacity to make sure your switchboard can handle your current and planned power needs.
- Rough-In Cable Management: Once the walls are opened, we install and route new electrical cables to their new locations before plasterboard, cabinetry and other finishes go in. This is the stage where we can make changes without having to cut into newly finished surfaces later down the track.
- Switchboard Modernisation: Older switchboards lack the capacity, circuit protection and functionality needed for a newly renovated home. Our electricians can upgrade your switchboard and install any extra safety switches and protection as needed.
- Wet Area Compliance: Bathrooms, laundries and outdoor areas need specialised electrical safety requirements. Our team plan the location of the switches, power points, lighting and other electrical equipment around these high-traffic wet areas.
- Fit-Out & Smart Home Automation: Once the walls and ceilings are finished, we install power points, switches, lights, appliances, data connections and smart home equipment, then test the completed installation.
Electrical Renovation Services We Provide
Renovation Wiring & House Rewiring
If your Melbourne home has older wiring, previous dodgy DIY jobs or underpowered circuits, your renovation is a great opportunity to address these issues.
Opening walls and ceilings gives our electricians access to wiring that would have otherwise been difficult and expensive to replace. Depending on the condition and age of your electrical wiring, this process might involve replacing a couple of individual circuits or undertaking a complete home rewire.
New Power Points & Electrical Circuits
Our electricians get rid of extension cord clutter by installing all types of power points. We carefully consider how and where you actually use your existing appliances, rather than replacing them in the same spot.
We can also install additional power points and dedicated circuits for higher-load appliances such as:
- Ovens and cooktops
- Dishwashers
- Air Conditioners
- Washing machines and dryers
- Home entertainment systems
- Outdoor appliances
- Workshop and shed equipment
Lighting Installations & Lighting Design
Transform your living room and indoor spaces with modern, layered lighting solutions. We install energy-efficient LED downlights, feature lighting, strip accent lighting, motion sensor security lights and smart dimming systems. Whatever lights you need, we’re here to help.
Switchboard Upgrades
Naturally, a home renovation increases the electrical demand placed on your home.
Adding an induction stove, electric oven, air conditioning or an extra room can quickly expose limitations in your older switchboard and power supply. WP Electrical can assess your existing switchboard and determine what upgrades you need, such as new wires and surge protection.
Smart Home Automation Upgrades
A renovation is a great time to incorporate smart electrical technology into your home.
WP Electrical can help integrate smart lighting, dimming, automated controls, sensors and other smart home features into your renovation.
Installing the required wiring and controls while walls are open can provide a cleaner result than trying to retrofit everything once the renovation is complete.
Why Hire A Professional Electrician For Renovations?
Electrical work is one part of a renovation where cutting corners can create problems long after the builders have left. Bringing a professional electrician into the project early allows potential electrical issues to be identified while walls and ceilings are accessible, rather than discovering them once everything has been plastered and painted.
Identify Unsafe Or Unstable Wiring
Renovations provide a valuable opportunity to inspect existing electrical wiring that would otherwise remain hidden. Damaged, deteriorated or incorrectly installed wiring can create safety risks, particularly in older Melbourne homes or properties that have undergone multiple renovations over the years. An electrician can assess accessible wiring and determine whether it can be safely retained or should be replaced.
Avoid The Risks Of DIY Electrical Work
Electrical work isn't a suitable DIY project. Moving power points, installing new circuits or modifying fixed wiring can create serious safety risks if it's not completed correctly. Having a licensed electrician handle the electrical work ensures new wiring, circuits and connections are installed appropriately as part of the renovation.
Ensure Safe Electrical Installations In Wet Areas
Bathrooms, laundries and kitchens require additional consideration because electrical equipment is being installed in areas where water is present. During a renovation, your electrician can plan the position of power points, lighting, switches, exhaust fans and other electrical equipment around the requirements of the space.
Improve the Performance of Your Electrical System
A renovation isn't just an opportunity to make your home look better — it's also a chance to make it work better. If you're constantly relying on extension leads, power boards or overloaded circuits, new power points and dedicated circuits can be incorporated into the renovation. Your electrician can plan the electrical layout around where you actually use your appliances and equipment.
Get An Electrical System Designed Around Your Home
Every renovation has different requirements. A kitchen renovation may need dedicated appliance circuits and additional benchtop power points, while a home extension might require completely new lighting, power and data connections.
Rather than simply replicating the existing electrical layout, WP Electrical can plan the installation around your floor plan, appliances, lifestyle and future requirements, giving you an electrical system that is practical for how you'll actually use the renovated space.
Can My Existing Electrical Wiring Be Reused?
Existing electrical wiring doesn't automatically need to be replaced just because you're renovating.
If existing cables are in good condition and appropriate for the intended circuit and electrical load, they might be able to remain in place. However, before making a decision, our electricians will inspect their condition, installation method, circuit configuration and suitability before they're reused.
Reusing suitable existing wiring can reduce unnecessary work, while replacing unsuitable wiring during a renovation can prevent you from having to reopen finished walls later.
This is one reason an electrical assessment should happen before the walls are closed.
How Much Does An Electrical Renovation Cost?
The total cost of your electrical renovation depends on several factors, including:
- The size of the renovation
- Number of rooms being renovated
- Amount of new wiring required
- Number of power points and lights
- New appliance circuits
- Switchboard upgrades
- Whether existing wiring can be retained
- Accessibility of walls and ceilings
- Smart home or automation requirements
Before any work begins, our electricians take the time to fully understand your budget and the scope of your electrical renovation project and provide you with an accurate estimate and quote
Why Choose WP Electrical For Your Renovation?
- Our team get involved before the walls close to accurately assess your existing wiring and circuits and identify any problems quickly.
- We’re Melbourne locals through and through, so we have a deep knowledge of local homes and their needs
- Experienced, insured and licensed electricians
- 100% workmanship
- Same-day response
- 24/7 Electrical assistance
- Upfront and fixed pricing
Planning An Electrical Renovation In Melbourne?
Don’t wait until your renovation is finished before you think about your electrical system. Our electricians are here to help every step of the way, from planning out new power points to installing your new electric oven. Whether you’re renovating one room, extending your home or completing a full renovation, WP Electrical bring a depth of experience and knowledge to every job.
Wherever you are in Melbourne, give us a call on 1300 203 276 or complete our online enquiry form to discuss your renovation.