When Children Grow, Their Electrical Needs Grow Too
As children get older, the way they use a room at home can change.
When they are young, a bedroom may only need a light and perhaps one power point for a fan or charger. As they grow older, they may start using a computer, printer, study lamp and other equipment for schoolwork.
Online tuition has also become common. A child may need a computer or laptop, internet connection and other devices in the room for daily lessons.
Recently, our team attended a home in Damansara for Mrs Lim. Her son was having online tuition in his room, and she wanted to make the room more suitable for his study needs.
She needed an additional power point for his computer equipment and also wanted a network point installed in the room.
More Electrical Equipment for a Child’s Study Room
Mrs Lim explained that her son’s study needs had increased as he got older.
Previously, the room did not need many electrical points. Now, his computer, monitor, printer, study lamp and other devices may need to be used regularly.
With several devices in one room, using extension cords everywhere is not always the most convenient solution.
An additional power point can make it easier to arrange the equipment neatly and use the study area more comfortably.
Why Add a Network Point?
For online tuition, a reliable internet connection is important.
While Wi-Fi can be convenient, some homeowners prefer to have a network point in the study room so that a computer or other suitable device can be connected directly to the network.
For Mrs Lim’s son’s room, the network point was planned according to where his study table and computer would be placed.
Having the network point in a suitable location also helps avoid running a long network cable across the room.
Plan the Power Point Around the Study Area
When installing an additional power point, the location is important.
The electrician needs to consider where the study table, computer, printer and other equipment will normally be placed.
A socket installed in the right position can make the room easier to use and help keep cables more organised.
It is also useful to think about future needs. A child who currently uses a laptop may use a desktop computer, printer or other equipment later. Planning a few suitable electrical points can make future changes easier.
Children Use More Electrical Equipment as They Grow
A child’s electrical needs can change quite quickly.
As they move from primary school to higher levels of study, they may use more equipment at home, such as:
- Computer or laptop
- Monitor
- Printer
- Study lamp
- Phone and tablet chargers
- Internet router or network equipment
- Speakers or other study equipment
This is why it can be useful for homeowners to review the electrical points in a study room from time to time.
If the existing power points are no longer enough, an electrician can check whether an additional point can be installed safely.
Check the Existing Wiring Before Adding a New Point
Adding a new power point should not be done simply by connecting another socket to the nearest existing point.
The existing wiring and electrical circuit should be checked first.
The electrician needs to determine whether the circuit is suitable and where the new wiring can be connected.
This is especially important when several electrical devices will be used in the same room.
If there are already problems such as frequent MCB trips, loose connections, damaged sockets or other electrical faults, these should be checked before adding more electrical points.
Power Points and Network Points for Home Offices Too
The same type of electrical planning can also be useful for adults working from home.
A home office may need power points for a computer, monitor, printer, phone charger and other equipment.
A network point may also be useful for a desktop computer or other network-connected equipment.
Instead of relying on extension cords and long cables, homeowners can consider installing suitable electrical and network points based on how the room is used.
Electrical Services in Damansara
Tronica Engineering Services provides electrical services for homes, shops and offices in Damansara.
If you need an additional power point or network point, Mr Alex can check the existing wiring and help determine a suitable location for the new point.
Our services include:
- Additional power point installation
- Network point installation
- New electrical wiring
- Socket and switch installation
- Electrical wiring inspection
- DB box inspection and service
- MCB trip troubleshooting
- Electrical fault finding
- Electrical leakage checking
- Lighting installation and repair
- Ceiling fan installation
- Electrical repair and maintenance
- Electrical troubleshooting
Whether you need extra power points for your child’s study room, home office, bedroom or other area, it is better to plan the location based on how the room is actually used.
Local Electrician Serving Damansara
If you need an electrician in Damansara for additional power points, network points, electrical wiring or repairs, Tronica Engineering Services can help.
We provide electrical services for residential and commercial properties, including houses, shops and offices.
For electrical work or to arrange an inspection, contact or WhatsApp Mr Alex: 012 – 870 2699
