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Electrical price list (12 services)
Suggested prices for common electrical services. Adjust for your market, labor rate, and material costs. Download as CSV with the tool above.
| Service | Category | Est. hours | Materials | Labor | Suggested price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outlet replacement (standard) | Repair | 0.75 | $8 | $85 | $125 | Includes outlet. GFCI additional |
| GFCI outlet install | Installation | 1 | $20 | $110 | $165 | Required by code in wet locations |
| Light switch replacement | Repair | 0.75 | $8 | $71 | $110 | Includes switch. Dimmer additional |
| Ceiling fan install (existing box) | Installation | 1.5 | $10 | $165 | $225 | Customer provides fan. New box installation additional |
| Light fixture install (replace existing) | Installation | 1 | $5 | $110 | $160 | Customer provides fixture. Includes wire nuts, mounting hardware |
| Panel upgrade (100A to 200A) | Installation | 8 | $850 | $1200 | $2800 | Permit typically required. Includes panel, breakers, main breaker |
| Smoke detector install (hardwired) | Installation | 1 | $35 | $105 | $175 | Required by code in bedrooms and hallways |
| EV charger install (Level 2) | Installation | 4 | $80 | $620 | $1100 | Customer provides charger. May require panel upgrade |
| Recessed light install (per light, existing wiring) | Installation | 1 | $25 | $95 | $155 | Per light. Customer provides trim and housing |
| Whole-house surge protector | Installation | 2 | $180 | $190 | $425 | Protects entire home from power surges |
| Diagnostic service call | Service Call | 1 | $0 | $120 | $120 | Per hour. Applies to repair if customer proceeds |
| Emergency electrical service | Service Call | 1 | $0 | $210 | $295 | Minimum charge. Sparks, burning smell, no power = emergency |
How these electrical prices were estimated
Base prices
We collected typical residential service-call pricing from across the US for electrical work. Each service has a base price that represents the median charge in a suburban, mid-cost market for an established business.
Materials vs. labor split
Each service breaks down into materials and labor. The split varies by job — a capacitor replacement is mostly materials, while drain cleaning is almost entirely labor. Knowing your split helps you spot where to improve margins.
Market adjustments
The pricing calculator applies a market multiplier: rural (0.85x), suburban (1.0x), urban (1.25x), and major metro (1.55x). These reflect differences in cost of living, competition density, and customer willingness to pay.
Experience adjustments
New businesses (0.85x) typically charge less while building reputation. Established businesses (1.0x) charge market rate. Premium businesses (1.4x) have strong reviews, specialized expertise, or serve high-end markets.
The pricing calculator includes 11 electrical services with price ranges, estimated hours, and materials percentages.
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Electrical pricing & quoting FAQ
How do I write a electrical quote or estimate?
A professional electrical quote includes your business name and contact info, the customer's name, a description of the work, itemized line items with quantities and unit prices, a subtotal, tax (if applicable), total, valid-for date, and any terms or notes. Use the quote builder above — fill in the fields and click "Print or save PDF" for a clean, printable quote.
Can I use this electrician quote template for free?
Yes. The quote builder is completely free, no account required. Your data stays in your browser (localStorage) — nothing is uploaded. You can print or save as PDF directly from your browser.
What should a electrical quote include?
Every electrical quote should include: a clear description of the work scope, itemized costs (labor and materials separately or combined), payment terms, how long the quote is valid, and any exclusions or assumptions. If permits are required, note who is responsible. The quote builder above handles all of this automatically.
Should electricians charge for estimates?
Many electricians offer free estimates for small jobs and charge a diagnostic fee for larger ones. A common approach: waive the estimate fee if the customer hires you, or charge $75–$150 for a site visit that gets credited toward the job. This weeds out tire-kickers.
