Yes, any significant remodeling work that involves the electrical system should be handled by a licensed electrician to ensure safety and adherence to electrical codes.
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An electrician should be involved in the planning stages of your new construction project to provide advice on the electrical system design, placement of outlets, switches, lighting fixtures, and more.
While minor electrical tasks can be DIY projects for some homeowners, extending electrical systems to a new room should be left to professionals. Improper installation could lead to safety hazards like electrical shocks or fires.
You'll need to consider several things such as the adequacy of your current electrical panel to handle additional load, the placement and number of outlets and switches, the type of lighting fixtures, and adherence to electrical codes.
Electrical work in new construction generally follows these steps: planning and design, rough-in wiring, installation of electrical boxes, installation of circuit breakers, outlets, switches and lighting fixtures, and finally, system testing and inspection.