Planning outlets for a kitchen remodel

Kitchens need more circuits than any other room. Today’s code asks for at least two 20 A circuits for the counter outlets, plus their own circuits for the fridge, dishwasher and microwave.

Mark where the small appliances will live before the cabinet plan is final. An outlet every few feet along the counter saves extension cords later.

Every counter outlet needs GFCI protection. We plan all of it with your kitchen fitter at the quote visit (sample advice; local rules vary).