Best Dedicated Circuit Installation Near You

How Much Does a Dedicated Circuit Cost to Install in Maryland?

The average cost to install a dedicated circuit to your home can vary based on the distance the power needs to travel from your circuit box. Tunneling through your walls or adding conduits can increase the expense.  Adding the dedicated circuit for things like car chargers or business equipment can cost in the neighborhood of $1,000 to $2,000 - again depending greatly on the distance the wiring needs to be run to reach the location of the equipment it needs to service.

To enhance your home's electrical capacity, consider enlisting the expertise of Haas & Sons. Whether you're looking for local electricians near you in Laurel, Pasadena, Columbia, or anywhere throughout our Central Maryland service area, our team of skilled technicians specialize in installing dedicated circuits tailored to the specific needs of your home.

What Wattage Appliance Requires a Dedicated Circuit?

To determine if an appliance requires a dedicated circuit, refer to its power specifications, typically located on the device's data label or nameplate. Generally, any electrical equipment or household appliance consuming 1,000 watts or more should be connected to its own circuit, particularly if it's designed for extended periods of operation. This precaution ensures optimal performance and reduces the risk of overloading your electrical system.

In most cases, appliances that pull more than 1500 watts will most likely require a dedicated circuit via their literature. The 1500 watt rule of thumb generally means machines like high-end microwaves, air conditioners, furnace units, and hot tubs will need their own dedicated circuit.

How Much Does It Cost to Install Dedicated Appliance Circuits in Maryland?

Typically, our electricians can implement a specialized appliance circuit for a sum ranging from $1000 to $2000. This investment in safety and efficiency proves to be a prudent choice when weighed against the devastating consequences of electrical mishaps.

Additional Dedicated Circuit Costs

Regarding your question, aside from the electrician's work, you might incur these additional costs when installing a dedicated circuit:

• Permits and inspections
• Materials (wiring, conduit, circuit breaker, outlets)
• Drywall repair if walls need to be opened
• Upgrading the electrical panel if necessary
• Travel fees for the electrician
• Surge protector installation
• Removal of old wiring or equipment

In some areas, you’ll need to pull a permit for the electrical work.  That may require an extra inspection as well - both will cost additional funds.  If the drywall needs to be disrupted to run the wiring - you could incur drywall repair and paint costs to cover up the cuts and holes. 

If the wiring is run through the floor, you may need a carpet or wood/tile flooring expert to come to make the breaches blend in with your flooring. In all cases, we try to minimize the impact on your home’s structure as much as we can - and we’ll discuss these types of additional repairs with you before we start so you’re not surprised.

Should Hardwired Smoke Alarms Be on a Dedicated Circuit?

We get this question a fair amount. We get it -that super sensitive alarm near the kitchen can be annoying - but it's there for a reason.  In reality, it's just the opposite. Smoke alarms should be installed on other circuits to keep people from just turning the circuit to their smoke alarms off.

Maryland Electrical Code does not mandate a separate circuit for hardwired smoke alarms, although implementing one is certainly permissible. Typically, these devices are integrated into existing general-purpose lighting or receptacle circuits through careful splicing. Both 15-amp circuits, utilizing 14-gauge conductors, and 20-amp circuits, employing 12-gauge wiring, are deemed suitable for powering these critical safety devices.

While a dedicated circuit isn't obligatory, it's worth noting that incorporating smoke detectors into established electrical systems is a common and accepted practice among electricians and homeowners alike. This approach balances safety requirements with practical installation considerations, ensuring that these life-saving devices are reliably powered without necessitating extensive electrical modifications in most residential settings.