Electrical Layout For Residential Building

Creating an electrical layout for a house involves planning the placement of:

  • Lighting fixtures
  • Power outlets
  • Switches
  • Major appliances
  • Electrical panels

Here’s a basic overview of what’s typically included in a residential electrical layout:


🏠 Rooms & Areas Covered

  1. Living Room
    • Ceiling light or fan/light combo
    • Wall outlets every 6–12 feet (as per code)
    • TV/cable outlet
    • Light switches at each entry point
  2. Kitchen
    • Countertop GFCI outlets (every 4 feet)
    • Dedicated circuits for:
      • Refrigerator
      • Microwave
      • Dishwasher
      • Garbage disposal
      • Oven/range
    • Lighting (recessed, pendant over island)
  3. Bedroom
    • Ceiling light or fan/light
    • Outlets every 6–12 feet
    • Switch at the entry door
    • Optional: USB outlets near the bed
  4. Bathroom
    • GFCI outlet near sink
    • Vanity light + ceiling light/exhaust fan
    • Switch outside or beside the door
  5. Laundry Room
    • Dedicated 240V outlet for washer/dryer
    • Lighting
    • Optional utility sink outlet
  6. Garage
    • Overhead light fixtures
    • GFCI wall outlets
    • Dedicated outlet for garage door opener
  7. Outdoor
    • Weatherproof GFCI outlets
    • Porch and exterior wall lights
    • Motion sensors or smart lighting (optional)
  8. Main Electrical Panel
    • Located in garage, basement, or utility room
    • Connects all circuits
    • Needs clear access

🔧 General Design Tips

  • Use GFCI outlets in wet areas (kitchen, bath, laundry, outdoor).
  • Plan dedicated circuits for high-wattage appliances.
  • Position switches logically (at entrances, near beds).
  • Include smart home wiring if desired (thermostats, security, lighting control).

Would you like a custom electrical layout diagram based on a specific floor plan? If you upload your floor plan or describe the layout (e.g., 3-bedroom, 2-bath, single floor), I can draft a tailored plan for you.

Electrical Layout Plan – What I’ll Include:

For both Ground Floor and First Floor, I’ll mark the following:

  1. Lighting Points
    • Ceiling lights or fans in every room
    • Wall-mounted lights (e.g., pooja room, bathrooms)
    • Staircase lighting
  2. Switchboards
    • Positioned near doors for easy access
    • Separate fan and light switches
  3. Sockets/Outlets
    • 5A for general use (TV, phone)
    • 15A for heavy appliances (A/C, fridge, geyser, washing machine)
  4. Dedicated Appliance Lines
    • Kitchen: fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
    • Bathrooms: geysers
    • Utility/laundry area: washing machine
  5. Main Distribution Board (DB)
    • Located centrally (e.g., near stair lobby or car park)

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