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Electrical Services — One Licensed Local Electrician
Electrical work is not the place to gamble on an unlicensed handyman. From a dead outlet to a 200-amp panel upgrade or an EV charger, we give you an honest price range and match you with one licensed, insured electrician who pulls the permit and does it to code.
Typical project range
$150–$4,650
Range across common electrical jobs. Your scope and ZIP tune it in the free estimator.
Electrical cost by job
What common electrical jobs cost in 2026 — national ranges, adjusted for your scope and ZIP in the estimator.
| Job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Panel upgrade | $850–$4,650 |
| Outlets & switches | $150–$550 |
| Lighting install | $175–$975 |
| EV charger install | $400–$2,050 |
Popular electrical services
Electrical Panel Upgrade
An old 100-amp or fuse panel can't safely carry an EV charger, heat pump, or addition — and some older panel brands are a known fire risk. A licensed electrician upgrades you to modern 200-amp service to code, permit and inspection included. See your range to start.
See cost & get matchedOutlet & Switch Installation
Too few outlets means power strips and extension cords — an everyday fire hazard. A licensed electrician adds outlets, upgrades to GFCI where code requires, and swaps in dimmers or smart switches safely. See your range, then get matched with one vetted pro.
See cost & get matchedLighting Installation
Good lighting transforms a room, and recessed and fixture upgrades are among the highest-return improvements you can make. A licensed electrician installs it to code, including fan-rated boxes for ceiling fans. See your range, then get matched with one vetted pro.
See cost & get matchedEV Charger Installation
A Level 2 home charger fills your EV overnight instead of the slow trickle of a standard outlet — but it needs a dedicated 240V circuit, and often panel capacity, done right. A licensed electrician sizes it, pulls the permit, and installs to code. See your range to start.
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Electrical FAQ
How much does an electrician charge?
Electricians charge about $50–$130 per hour, or a flat rate by job. Small jobs like adding an outlet run $150–$400; a panel upgrade runs $1,300–$3,000. A service-call minimum usually applies.
Do I need a permit for electrical work?
Most work beyond swapping a fixture or device — new circuits, panel upgrades, EV chargers, rewiring — requires a permit and inspection. A licensed electrician handles the permit; unpermitted electrical work can void insurance and fail at resale.
When should I upgrade my electrical panel?
Consider an upgrade if you have a 100-amp (or fuse) panel and are adding major loads — an EV charger, heat pump, or addition — or if you have a recalled panel brand, frequent breaker trips, or scorching. A 200-amp service is the modern standard.