About this kitchen electrical upgrade in Charlotte, NC

Touchstone Electric’s Charlotte team completed a comprehensive kitchen electrical upgrade for Griffin Building on February 5, 2026. From our Matthews branch, our licensed technicians delivered clean, code-focused workmanship to support a remodeled layout with new lighting, outlets, relocated switches, and dedicated appliance circuits.

Scope of work

Dedicated circuits: Installed and supplied two new 20-amp circuits for a microwave in the island and a refrigerator at the wet bar for reliable performance and reduced nuisance tripping.
Can lighting: Installed and supplied a new 6-inch can light with a dedicated switch for targeted task lighting.
Dimming control: Installed two dimmer switches to give precise control over can light levels and ambiance.
Switch relocation: Relocated switching for the can lights, pendant lights, dishwasher, and garbage disposal to match the new kitchen layout and improve usability.
New outlets: Installed three new standard outlets—one at the island and two in the wet bar area—to provide convenient access to power where it’s needed most.
Appliance hookups: Installed and connected the hood vent and microwave to the appropriate circuits and controls.
Glass cabinet lighting: Installed and supplied LED strip lights with a dedicated transformer to illuminate glass-front cabinets with even, low-profile lighting.

Materials and components used

Breakers and wiring: Two 20-amp breakers with NM-B 12/2 wiring for the small-appliance circuits, plus NM-B 14/2 wiring for lighting runs.
Lighting devices: One 6-inch can light fixture, two dimmer switches, and standard switches for control points.
Receptacles: Three standard outlets with covers for island and wet bar usage.
Under-cabinet system: LED strip lighting paired with a transformer for consistent, efficient cabinet illumination.

Permitting, safety, and code-focused details

We filed the electrical permit with the county and coordinated the required inspections for this Charlotte project. As part of our quality process, we also performed a panel rejuvenation, which included:

Vacuuming and cleaning the panel interior and re-tensioning lugs and breaker terminals.
Verifying proper separation of neutrals and grounds with one conductor per lug.
Inspecting for signs of water intrusion and sealing any openings.
Confirming correct service voltage and applying antioxidant where needed.
With customer consent, testing arc-fault and GFCI breakers for proper functionality.

These steps help support long-term reliability, reduce the chance of overheating at terminations, and enhance overall system safety for the upgraded kitchen.

Benefits for this Charlotte kitchen

Reliable appliance power: Dedicated 20-amp circuits ensure the microwave and wet bar fridge have the capacity they require.
Better lighting and control: The added can light and dimmers create flexible task and mood lighting for cooking and entertaining.
Smarter switch layout: Relocated switches place everyday controls where they make the most sense in the new floor plan.
Clean aesthetics: Low-profile strip lighting beautifully highlights glass cabinets without visible hotspots.

Project team

Technicians: Robert Sloan and Theo Coetsee

Branch: Charlotte (serving the greater Charlotte, NC area from our Matthews location)

Planning a kitchen remodel in Charlotte?

Whether you’re adding dedicated appliance circuits, relocating switches to match a new layout, or integrating modern lighting like dimmable cans and cabinet strips, Touchstone Electric provides detail-driven, permit-ready installations. Reach out to our Charlotte team to schedule an on-site assessment for your next kitchen project.

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