ELECTRICAL PLAN

WHAT IS AN ELECTRICAL PLAN?

 The electrical plan is sometimes called as electrical drawing or wiring diagram. It is a
type of technical drawing that delivers visual representation and describes circuits and
electrical systems.
 An electrical plan describes the position of all the electrical apparatus.
 PURPOSES OF ELECTRICAL PLAN
 These drawings are vital for documenting, communicating information, and
troubleshooting your power systems on-site.

 Accurate and updated drawings keep your building in compliance with all the code
regulations.

 It is a thorough planning tool because it gives an in-depth view of your building's

electrical and wiring system.

 It helps to distribute power to various appliances and equipment through accurate

operation and installation of elements.
HOW TO DRAFT AN ELECTRICAL PLAN?

 Step 1: Know Your Layout

Either use a software or a graph paper and make a scale
drawing of the different rooms. Make sure to include
features such as cabinets, counters, stove, bed, and
other various symbols.
HOW TO DRAFT AN ELECTRICAL PLAN?

 Step 2: Plan it in Advance

After finalizing your layout, focus on your electrical
plan. The wirings go through the ceilings, walls, and
floor before they are plastered, laid out, and fixed.
HOW TO DRAFT AN ELECTRICAL PLAN?
 Step 3: Use Interior Layout as Your Starting
Point

 Around your exits and entries, place your fan, AC

switches, and light. Now, place your electrical outlets
near the counters and tables. Then, decide where to put
your big appliances like TV, computer, washing machine,
printer, etc.
 When making an electrical plan, ask yourself some
questions:
 Do I place switches at a convenient location?
 Is the electrical load on all the circuit alright?
 Do I place enough easy-to-reach receptacles?
HOW TO DRAFT AN ELECTRICAL PLAN?
 Step 4: Walk Through Your Plan

Once you are finished with your layout, print it out,

and walk through your home while holding it. Since
there are no walls and electricity, the arrangement can
be easily changed; therefore, imagine that you are
turning on and plugging in appliances. This will
enable you to put switches and outlets in the best
places.
TIPS FOR MAKING ELECTRICAL PLANS
 Think About Furniture Placement
Planning about how you are going to set your
furniture is essential because you will have an
idea where you are going to place your light
switches and electrical outlets. Most people
make this mistake, and they end up placing
them at awkward places.
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 Plan for Additional Outlets
Renovating can drain a considerable amount of
money. Let's say you want to purchase side
table lamps, kitchen ceiling lights, etc. You
may not buy this now, but maybe after a few
months or a year later. Having these additional
electrical outlets will save you from a lot of
mess. Thereby, it is crucial to plan for other
appliances now.
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 Utilize Different Types of Lights
Make sure to utilize different lighting types
to illuminate your house adequately, such as
accent lighting, ambient lighting, and task
lighting.
ELECTRICAL WIRING AND SYMBOLS
ELECTRICAL WIRING AND SYMBOLS
Electrical symbols are used on home electrical wiring plans in order to show the location,
control point(s), and type of electrical devices required at those locations.
ELECTRICAL WIRING AND SYMBOLS
Dashed lines are drawn between the symbols to denote which switches control specific lights
or receptacles.
 Single pole switch - This is the most common type of switch.
It allows a light to be turned on and off from a single location.
 Double pole switch -This is the same as the single pole switch
in that it turns a light on and off from a single location but it
has two 'hot' wires so it can handle 220v.
 Three way switch - It's not very intuitive but a three way
switch allows a light to be turned on and off from two
locations. So no prizes for figuring out that they need to be
used in pairs. This is really useful for the top and bottom of the
stairs.
 Four way switch - Used in between two three way switches to
controlling a light from three locations.
 Pilot light switch - A switch with a little light that indicates
that the circuit is on.