Basic Home Wiring Diagrams

Summary: Fully Explained Home Electrical Wiring Diagrams with Pictures

including an actual set of house plans that I used to wire a new home.
Choose from the list below to navigate to various rooms of this home*.

The Basics of Home Electrical Wiring Diagrams

The important components of typical home electrical wiring including

code information and optional circuit considerations are explained as
we look at each area of the home as it is being wired.

The home electrical wiring diagrams start from this main plan of an
actual home which was recently wired and is in the final stages.

These links will take you to the typical areas of a home where you will
find the electrical codes and considerations needed when taking on a
home wiring project.

A Series of Articles about How to Install Home Electrical Wiring

Your home electrical wiring diagrams should reflect code requirements which
help you enjoy lower energy bills when you implement energy efficiency into
your the electrical project design.

Wiring Diagrams, Device Locations and Circuit Planning

A typical set of house plans shows the electrical symbols that have been
located on the floor plan but do not provide any wiring details. It is up to the
electrician to examine the total electrical requirements of the home
especially where specific devices are to be located in each area and then
decide how to plan the circuits.

The installation of the electrical wiring will depend on the type of structure
and construction methods being used. For example, a stick frame home
consisting of standard wood framing will be wired differently than a SIP or
Structured Insulated Panel home because of access restrictions. This
electrical wiring project is a two story home with a split electrical service
which gives the owner the ability to install a private electrical utility meter
and charge a renter for their electrical usage.

Due to the separation between floor and the rental possibility this project was
just like wiring two homes because there were separate services for furnaces,
air conditioners etc.
 Home Wiring from an Actual Set of Plans

Beautiful additions and upgrades to Code requirements along with energy

your home may increase the value,
while providing tax incentives for
you as you carefully plan your home
electrical wiring diagrams.
efficient specifications can enhance
your energy saving design and
provide safety features to protect you
and your family while enjoying your
home project.

Home Electrical Wiring Blueprint and Layout

Home Electrical Wiring

Basic Home Wiring Diagrams

Fully explained home electrical wiring diagrams with pictures
including an actual set of house plans that I used to wire a new
home. Choose from the list below to navigate to various rooms of
this home*.

Kitchen Electrical Wiring

Fully Explained Photos and Wiring Diagrams for Kitchen Electrical
Wiring with Code Requirements for most new or remodel projects*.

Kitchen Remodels - Part 1

Kitchen Remodels Part 1 covers Planning and Design with Fully
Explained Photos and Helpful Ideas.

Kitchen Remodels - Part 2

Kitchen Remodels Part 2 covers Contractors, Permits, Codes and
Inspections with Fully Explained Photos and Helpful Ideas.

Kitchen Remodels - Part 3

Kitchen Remodels Part 3 covers the Construction Phase with Circuits,
Outlets and Lighting with Fully Explained Photos and Helpful Ideas.

Wiring a Range Power Cord

Electric Range Installation with a typical 240 Volt electric power cord
wiring system for 3-wire and 4-wire configurations.

Wiring A Kitchen Oven

Kitchen Electric Oven Installation with a typical 240 Volt electric
circuit with 3-wire and 4-wire configurations.

Bathroom Electrical Wiring

Fully Explained Photos and Wiring Diagrams for Bathroom Electrical
Wiring with Code Requirements for most new or remodel projects*.

How to Install a Bathroom Exhaust Fan

How to Install and Wire a Bathroom Exhaust Fan with Pictures and
Step-By-Step Instructions to Guide You.

Home Improvement Electrical Considerations

When planning a home improvement project of any size special
attention should be given to the electrical systems. Replacing worn
out outlets and switches will help, but look at your options for higher
efficiency lighting and code upgrades too.
 Bedroom Electrical Wiring
Fully Explained Photos and Wiring Diagrams for Bedroom Electrical
Wiring with Code Requirements for most new or remodel projects*.

Home Office Electrical Wiring

Fully Explained Photos and Wiring Diagrams for Home Office
Electrical Wiring with Code Requirements for most new or remodel
projects*.

Laundry Electrical Wiring

Fully Explained Photos and Wiring Diagrams for Laundry Room
Electrical Wiring with Code Requirements for most new or remodel
projects*.

Garage Wiring
Fully Explained Photos and Wiring Diagrams for Garage Electrical
Wiring with Code Requirements for most new or remodel projects*.

Workshop Electrical Wiring

Fully Explained Photos and Wiring Diagrams for Workshop Electrical
Wiring with Code Requirements for most new or remodel projects*.

Basement Electrical Wiring

Fully Explained Photos and Wiring Diagrams for Basement Electrical
Wiring with Basic Code Requirements for most new or remodel
projects*.

Install Kitchen Electrical Wiring

How to Install Kitchen Electrical Wiring

Kitchens are one of the most popular gathering places of the whole house.

Whether you enjoy practical cooking functionality or friendly entertainment,

improvements within the kitchen electrical wiring systems will add greatly to
this all important gathering area.

Your kitchen electrical wiring diagrams should reflect the following to bring
your home to an enhanced level of code requirements which help you enjoy
lower energy bills when you implement energy efficiency into your kitchen
electrical design.

Basic home electrical wiring for kitchens wiring practices

Code requirements and energy efficient specifications now incorporate an
energy saving design along with safety features that help to protect you and
your family while enjoying your newly completed kitchen project.

Kitchen Electrical Wiring Upgrades Can Add Value to the Home

Kitchen Blueprint and Wiring Design Layout

Residential Plan Design by: Heidi Agler

Kitchen Electrical Code Requirements and Energy Efficient

Specifications
 One half of the kitchen lighting wattage must be High
Efficiency (fluorescent or equivalent)
and switched separately from other lights.

Kitchen countertops, including islands wider than 12 inches,

and any usable spaces wider than 2 feet, shall be provided
with an electrical outlet at 48" on center. GFCI protection is
required for these outlets.

Provide a minimum of 2 - 20 amp electric circuitsfor kitchen

appliances.

Provide 2 small-appliance branch circuits for outlets in the

kitchen limited to supplying wall and counter space outlets
only.

A GFCI is required for all 120 volt receptacles installed for

the electrical wiring at kitchen countertops and within 6-feet
of sinks.

The home electrical wiring for kitchens requires that you

provide a 4-wire oven receptacle for electric an range.

Electrical Circuit Wiring Options for the Kitchen

 Recessed Lighting Pendant Lighting Ceiling Fans

Drop-In Oven Microwave Oven Freestanding Stove

Garbage Disposal Dishwasher Trash Compactor

GFCI Receptacles Light Dimmer Telephone Jack

Building in Energy Efficiency for the Kitchen

1. Of all the areas of your home, the devices connected to the home electrical
wiring for kitchens are among the highest energy consumers.
2. With functionality being the key factor with items such as the oven range and
cook top, newer designs are becoming more energy efficient.
Consumer Energy Guide Labels found on major appliances will show the estimated
annual cost to operate the appliance based upon the energy source provided. This
will help you decide which appliance is right for you and your home electrical wiring
for kitchens devices.

Electrical Circuit Wiring for Kitchens

Lighting
Recessed flush can lighting will improve light quality and give a new look.
Pendant lights will compliment your kitchen electrical arrangement. Ceiling
fans are a charming touch while ventilating the area.

Ovens - Styles and Options

Drop-in Cabinet Style
Microwave
Freestanding Oven Unit
Kitchen Electrical Circuit Options
Garbage Disposal
Dishwasher
Trash Compactor
Kitchen Safety and Practicality
GFCI Outlets
Every home electrical wiring for kitchens design should include the safety
features provided with Ground Fault Receptacles, which is now a NEC
Code Requirement.
Lighting Dimmer Controls
Telephone Jack