Outdoor lighting
Builders often fit one light per door. Sensor lights on the side paths, garden lighting and alfresco downlights make the house safer and much nicer to use at night.
More power points
Kitchen benches and living areas are where people run out first. Adding double outlets, including USB-C ones, is one of the most common jobs in new homes.
Ceiling fans
Sea breezes help, but fans in the bedrooms take the edge off summer nights and cost very little to run compared with air-con.
An EV charger
If an electric car is on the horizon, a dedicated circuit to the garage is a simple job in a new home with a modern switchboard.
Coastal fittings
Being close to the water means outdoor fittings should be rated for salt air. Cheap fittings corrode quickly here.
Check your warranty first
Before adding anything, check what your builder's warranty says about alterations. A licensed electrician's work comes with its own compliance certificate, which keeps everything above board.
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