Electrical Tips When Building Your New Home

Our Tauranga team recently caught up with their trusted local electrician, Ollie from Entire Electrical Solutions, who shared some practical tips every homeowner should think about during the building process. Check out a few of his key points below:

Budget & Planning

Electrical decisions can feel minor compared to big ticket items in a new build, but planning early makes a huge difference. A walk through with your electrician before walls go up is essential. Think about how you’ll actually live in your home, where the couch and TV will go, or where you’ll need to plug in appliances like a vacuum. Proper planning can save both money and stress later.

Power Points

A smart electrical layout is about convenience. Consider where you’ll need outlets in everyday life such as USB ports for device charging, power on the kitchen island, or external outlets for spa pools, water blasters, or campervans. The right placement ensures your home works for you from day one.

Lighting

Lighting plays a huge role in the feel of your new home. It’s not just about a single light in the centre of each room. Think in layers: task lighting over kitchen benches, ambient lighting in living areas, and feature lighting to highlight design details. Many homeowners in Tauranga are opting for LED downlights with dimmers or smart controls, giving flexibility to set the right mood.

Future Proofing

When you’re building, it’s much cheaper to run wiring or conduits upfront, even if you’re not ready to install certain systems yet. Consider prewiring for an EV charger, alarm, data cabling, or smart home technology. This ensures your home can easily adapt to future needs without costly retrofitting.

Heating & Ventilation

Healthy homes are warm and dry and the right electrical setup supports that. Plan for the placement and capacity of your heating systems, and even prewire for future upgrades. Many homeowners also choose to install a DVS system during construction, which helps manage moisture and keeps the home comfortable year round.

Building with Platinum Homes

Platinum Homes is here to make sure every detail of your new build works for you, from design and construction to the finishing touches like electrical planning. By working with trusted local trades in every region, we help ensure your home is practical, future proof and built for the way you live.

If you’re planning to build in Tauranga, the Bay of Plenty, or anywhere across New Zealand, talk to your local Platinum Homes team today. With our experience as a nationwide home builder, you’ll get the right advice, local expertise, and a home designed to last.”