When in your home build can you start thinking about kitchens, bathrooms and electrics 

Advice from expert builder Kieran McCarthy
When in your home build can you start thinking about kitchens, bathrooms and electrics 

You likely have electrics going to your island, which needs to be underground.

Wed, 04 Feb, 2026 - 15:36
Kieran McCarthy

Hi Kieran

We are building a new home in Belmullet. How far in advance should we be looking at things like kitchens, windows, bathrooms and electrics?

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