Just curious as to how many 20A small appliance circuits contractors are installing in new construction. I'm talking about an average size kitchen with 12-15 lineal ft of counter top. I was talking to another contractor and we were going over ways to cut down on unnecessary installs and he was telling me they usually run 4 circuits to the kitchen, and pick up the fridge on that also. I told him I usually run 2 and put the fridge on a 15A by itself. He asked how many call backs I've had for tripped breakers and I replied not one in over 15 years. His reply was he would rather load up general purpose receps because there is never any load on them. Any thoughts?
Small appliance circuits
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readydave8
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- Clarkesville, Georgia
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- electrician
I got used to 2 counter top receptacles per circuit, length of counters would influence# of circuits. Probably overkill in big kitchens, still just one toaster, one coffeepot, etc.
readydave8
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At least 2 plus refrig, dishwasher, etc., sometimes 3 or 4.
Frank Garcia P.E.
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Minimum 2 small appliance circuits.
kwired
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- NE Nebraska
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Most of time at least 3 or 4, unless we are going for less cost Vs. possible performance issues.
Remember SABC's are outlets in dining room, breakfast room, pantry also.
Remember SABC's are outlets in dining room, breakfast room, pantry also.
mjf
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Generally, I run 5 20 amp circuits. 2 countertop, 1 frige, 1 micro, 1 dining room.
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