Wiring Your Kitchen for How You Actually Use It

Electrical services for kitchen remodels in Everett, Washington, including wiring for lighting, outlets, and upgraded appliances.

When you remodel a kitchen in Everett, Marysville, Mukilteo or a neighboring community, the electrical system has to keep up with the new layout. Outlets need to move to match where countertops and islands end up, lighting has to cover work surfaces without shadows, and appliances like ranges, dishwashers, and refrigerators require dedicated circuits that can handle the load without tripping breakers. Older kitchens in the area were often wired with fewer circuits and lower capacity, so upgrading the electrical system becomes necessary when you add modern appliances or reconfigure the space.


Advantage Electric provides electrical services tailored to kitchen remodel projects throughout Everett. This includes wiring for lighting, outlets, appliances, and upgraded power needs that match the new design. The electrician coordinates the electrical layout with your cabinets, fixtures, and workflow so outlets are located where you plug things in most often, lighting is positioned over prep areas, and appliances have the power they need without overloading circuits. All work meets current electrical codes and safety standards, and wiring is routed before walls close up so everything is accessible and properly secured.


If you are planning a kitchen remodel in the Everett area and need electrical work, get in touch with Advantage Electric to review the layout and schedule the wiring.

How Electrical Work Fits Into a Remodel

The electrician works from the kitchen layout to determine where circuits need to run and how much power the new appliances will draw. This usually involves running new wire from the panel to support additional outlets, installing dedicated circuits for high-draw appliances like electric ranges or microwaves, and relocating existing circuits to match the new cabinet and island placement. In Everett area homes built before the 1980s, the existing kitchen wiring may need to be replaced entirely if it lacks grounding or uses outdated materials.


After the electrical work is complete, you will have outlets placed above countertops at code-required intervals, under-cabinet lighting that illuminates work surfaces evenly, and appliances that operate on their own circuits without causing other devices to lose power. Any switches for lighting or disposals are located where they are easy to reach and clearly labeled if multiple switches control the same area. Wiring is secured inside walls and junction boxes are covered before drywall or cabinets are installed.


The electrician will also verify that the panel has enough capacity for the new kitchen load, and if not, recommend upgrading the panel before the remodel begins. Some kitchens require permits for electrical work, especially if circuits are being added or the service is being upgraded, and the electrician will handle that coordination if applicable.

Things homeowners want to confirm ahead of time

These questions come up regularly when homeowners are planning kitchen remodels and trying to understand how electrical work fits into the larger project.

How many outlets does a kitchen need?
Code requires outlets every four feet along countertops, with at least two circuits serving those outlets. Islands need at least one outlet, and appliances like ranges, dishwashers, and microwaves typically require dedicated circuits.
What appliances need their own circuit?
Electric ranges, dishwashers, garbage disposals, microwaves, and refrigerators usually require dedicated circuits because they draw more power than shared circuits can handle safely. The electrician will verify requirements based on the appliances you are installing.
When does the electrical work happen during a remodel?
Wiring is installed after demolition and framing but before drywall or cabinets go in. This allows the electrician to run wire, install boxes, and test circuits while everything is accessible. Final devices like outlets and switches are installed after cabinets and countertops are in place.
How much does it cost to wire a kitchen remodel?
Cost depends on how many circuits are added, whether the panel needs upgrading, and how much of the existing wiring can be reused. Most kitchen electrical work is priced after reviewing the layout and discussing appliance requirements.
What happens if the panel does not have room for more circuits?
If the panel is full or lacks capacity for the new kitchen load, it will need to be upgraded before the remodel begins. This ensures the kitchen has enough power and prevents overloading the service when all appliances are running.

Advantage Electric works with homeowners and contractors throughout Everett to plan and complete electrical work for kitchen remodels, ensuring the wiring matches the layout and supports how you actually use the space. 


If your project needs electrical services, contact Advantage Electric to review the scope and coordinate timing with the rest of your remodel.