NEW HOME WIRING
Are you building a new home or planning on carrying out some renovations to your existing house?
At Redline we specialise in new house builds and renovations. From the design through to the completion we’ll help you turn your house into a home. We know how stressful building or renovating your home can be with all the important decisions to be made.
We’re here to help relieve that stress by providing you with the most up-to-date and innovative solutions for your home. During the design process we will carry out a walk-through where we discuss your requirements and also some things you may not have thought about. Afterwards, we will send you through a detailed plan of what was discussed with all the locations of your fittings and fixtures to help visualise the final product.
Below you will find a room by room checklist and some handy tips to think about whilst planning your build.
ENTRANCE
- Intercom
- Motion sensor for lighting
- 2 way switch for hallway lighting
- Skirting/ tread lights for hallway
- Downlights
- Smoke detectors
- Powerpoints
Convenience Tip
Consider an outdoor motion sensor to automatically turn on the light when you arrive home so you can easily find your keys and safely walk along the paths and steps
Safety Tip
Use a video intercom system to screen visitors and keep your family from opening the door to strangers.
Planning Tip
Remember to add powerpoints in hallways and entrance areas for activities like vacuum cleaning.
KITCHEN
- Intercom
- Downlights
- Dimmer switch
- Multiple powerpoints
- USB charger
- Internet and phone outlets
- Ceiling exhaust fan/rangehood
- Feature lighting – Pendant lights or LED strip lights
- Appliance powerpoints for fridge, dishwasher, waste disposal, rangehood, microwave, oven and hob
Tidy Tip
Avoid the clutter of cords by adding powerpoints in your pantry. Charge items such as mobile phones and handheld vacuum cleaners behind closed doors
Comfort Tip
Light dimmers in your kitchen are perfect for switching between the brighter light needed during cooking, and mood lighting for dining
LIVING ROOM
- Downlights
- Dimmer Switch
- Powerpoints on all walls
- TV Outlets
- Speaker outlets
- Ceiling Fans
- Ceiling speakers
- Internet & Phone outlets
Planning Tip
Think about where you’ll place your furniture then ensure your powerpoints and TV outlets will be easily accessible without needing to move heavy sofas and cabinets. And Add a few extra sockets in case you reconfigure your furniture
Convenience Tip
If you like working on your laptop whilst watching TV install a data socket nearby for a more reliable connection than WiFi
Comfort Tip
Installing dimmers in your living room gives you the freedom to create the ultimate space for relaxation. Brighter lights for reading, or mood lighting for snuggling-up
BEDROOM
- Dimmer switch
- Downlights
- Ceiling fan
- Multiple powerpoints
- USB charger
- Internet & Phone Socket
- TV outlet
- Motion sensor for Walk in robe light
Planning Tip
Kids rooms require planning. The needs of children change as they grow older, so ensure you install enough powerpoints to cater for the changing bedroom layouts, and data sockets for the internet
Comfort Tip
Using lamps and dimmers in your bedroom gives you the freedom to alternate the way you utilize this space. Applying make-up or dressing may require brighter lighting, while relaxing calls for a softer hue
Convenience Tip
Ask yourself what you’ll need to plug-in at your bedside – lamp, clock radio, phone charger, laptop – and ensure you have enough powerpoints. Consider a data socket for internet
BATHROOM
- Heat, light & exhaust fan unit
- Ceiling speakers
- Heated towel rail & timer
- Powerpoint
- Mirror demister
- Wall heater
- Independent exhaust fan
- Underfloor heating
- Fan Timer
- Downlights
- Task Lighting – Pendant lights over vanity or Philinea Lights
Planning Tip
Powerpoints for electrical devices in the bathroom are paramount. Keeping them a safe distance from water sources is important, so be sure to think carefully
Comfort Tip
Ventilation is critical in bathrooms to control condensation and mould. Make sure ventilation capacity matches the size of the bathroom and plan for cross ventilation to maximize efficiency
Tidy Tip
Keep your vanity benchtop free of cords; consider installing a powerpoint in the cupboard for tidy charging of electric toothbrushes and shavers
HOME OFFICE
- Light switch
- Oyster light
- Ceiling Fan
- Ceiling speakers
- Internet & Phone outlets
- Multiple surge protected powerpoints
Comfort Tip
Enjoy working to music with a multi-room audio system. Wall or ceiling speakers will give a richer sound than your computer, and keep your desk free of cords and bulky desk speakers
Planning Tip
Ceiling fans will help you with control of the heat generated by computers and monitors
Safety Tip
Surge protected powerpoints provide a safeguard for expensive appliances
OUTDOOR LIVING
- Motion sensor for lighting
- Flood light
- Outdoor speakers
- Ceiling fan
- Outdoor powerpoints and switches
- Garden lighting
Comfort Tip
If you love to entertain, then consider networking your sound system outdoors. Turn the music up during summer soirees
Planning Tip
Weatherproof powerpoints for portable appliances such as power tools, edge trimmers, party equipment and garden lighting are essential for outdoor areas
Convenience Tip
Lighting near your washing line makes it easier and safer to hang out or bring in your washing after dark.
GARAGE
- Light Switch
- LED Strip Lights/Fluorescent lights
- Motion sensor for lighting
- Flood light with sensor for outdoor lighting
- Digital time switch
- Fibre Ready Patch Panel
Convenience Tip
Time switches are a brilliant idea. Garden lights, pool lighting and irrigation systems can all be controlled to turn on and off at set times
Convenience Tip
Install a sensor to automatically activate the light when the garage door opens.
Planning Tip
Ensure you have the access to all the national benefits of the new national broadband/Fibre network with a Fibre ready patch panel
See our featured products page for our recommended fittings and fixtures including the latest technology for audio and visual distribution throughout your home.