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Electrical Repair Cost Calculator
Calculate electrical repair costs for outlets, breakers, panel upgrades, and whole-house rewiring. See your total cost range and a licensed-electrician safety note.
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This is the biggest driver of your total cost.
Repair or replace a standard outlet or switch. $100–$250 per unit.
For outlets, breakers, fixtures, or GFCI outlets this is the count of units. For whole-house rewiring, this is your home's square footage.
Same-day and emergency service carries a significant premium.
Booked during normal business hours with typical lead time.
Select the option that applies. Permits, code compliance, and smart home prep all add to the total.
No additional services — just the repair itself.
Licensed electrician required — electrical work is not a DIY project. Improper wiring risks shock, fire, and code violations. Always hire a licensed, insured electrician and pull the required permits.
Total repair cost
$100 – $250
Outlet / Switch Repair — 1 unit
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What you'll need
- ·Repair type (outlet/switch, breaker, panel upgrade, rewiring, fixture, or GFCI)
- ·Quantity of units, or square footage for whole-house rewiring
- ·Urgency — standard scheduling or emergency/same-day service
- ·Whether you need a permit, code compliance updates, or smart home wiring prep
What you'll get
- ✓Total repair cost range — Parts + labor + any add-ons
- ✓Itemized breakdown — See exactly where the cost comes from
- ✓Emergency premium estimate — If you need same-day service
- ✓Safety guidance — Licensed electrician required, always
Electrical repair cost overview
Licensed electrician required — electrical work carries real risk of shock and fire. Always hire a licensed, insured electrician and pull the required permits.
How it works
Select your repair type
Outlet/switch, breaker, panel upgrade, whole-house rewiring, fixture, or GFCI outlet.
Enter quantity or square footage
Number of units for most repairs, or home square footage for rewiring.
Set urgency and extras
Standard or emergency service, plus permit, code compliance, or smart home wiring prep.
Electrical Repair Cost by Type
| Repair Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Outlet / switch repair | $100 – $250 / unit |
| Circuit breaker replacement | $150 – $450 |
| Panel upgrade (100A–200A) | $1,300 – $4,000 |
| Whole-house rewiring | $4 – $8 / sq ft |
| Lighting fixture install/repair | $100 – $300 |
| GFCI outlet installation | $150 – $250 |
Electrical work should always be done by a licensed electrician. Emergency/same-day service adds a 40–75% premium.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an electrician cost per hour?+
Licensed electricians typically charge $50–$150 per hour, with a national average around $80–$100 per hour. Rates vary by region, experience level, and whether the work is standard or emergency service. Many electricians also charge a flat trip or service call fee of $75–$200 in addition to hourly labor.
How much does it cost to upgrade an electrical panel?+
Upgrading an electrical panel from 100A to 200A typically costs $1,300–$4,000, including the panel, breakers, labor, and permit. Costs run higher if the upgrade requires a new service line from the utility, a meter upgrade, or significant rewiring to bring older circuits up to code.
How much does it cost to rewire a house?+
Whole-house rewiring costs $4–$8 per square foot on average. For a typical 2,000 sq ft home, that's roughly $8,000–$16,000 total. Costs depend on the home's accessibility (open walls vs. finished walls requiring patching), the age and condition of existing wiring, and whether a panel upgrade is also needed.
Is it safe to replace an outlet myself?+
Electrical work carries real risk of shock, fire, and code violations, even for seemingly simple tasks like outlet replacement. Many jurisdictions require a licensed electrician and permit for any electrical work beyond swapping a like-for-like cover plate. We strongly recommend hiring a licensed electrician for any outlet, switch, or wiring work.
How do I know if my home needs rewiring?+
Signs your home may need rewiring include frequently tripped breakers, flickering lights, warm or discolored outlets, a persistent burning smell, two-prong (ungrounded) outlets, or knob-and-tube/aluminum wiring found in homes built before the 1960s–70s. A licensed electrician can inspect your panel and wiring to confirm.
How much does emergency electrical service cost?+
Emergency or same-day electrical service typically adds a 40–75% premium on top of standard labor rates, plus a possible after-hours or weekend surcharge. A repair that would normally cost $150 during business hours could run $210–$260+ as an emergency call.
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