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It's a difficult question to answer because every house and every family have different needs. However, here are a few ideas and, no doubt, others can add to the list. As the question appears in the electrical category, the ideas are limited to electrical services only. Firstly, a new build is the ideal time to install cable so it is a great time to put in all sorts of cable that might be used in the future. Therefore, installing CAT 5 / CAT 6 network cable to all rooms in the house is always a good investment. Several lines to each room, all running back to a central point will provide for future networking, telephones, control links and even video transmission. Network cable is cheap so this is a low cost feature that will pay dividends in the future. If there is a possibililty that a room is to be used as a home cinema, why not install cables for speakers, a video projector, electric screen and lighting control. Again, the cables tend to be low cost and will save a great deal of time compared to retro-fitting them. Energy prices are rising fast, so it could be worthwhile to look at individual room temperature control. Thermostats in each room cold save a lot of money over the years. There are never enough power outlets in houses. Add a few extras, especially in the kitchen, the living rooms and studies. The list can go on and on. Hopefully others will add to it soon.

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