Wiring, panels, outlets, lighting and safety repairs by licensed electricians.
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Electricians handle wiring, breaker panels, outlets, switches, lighting, ceiling fans and safety upgrades. Electrical work is not a do-it-yourself job: faulty wiring is a fire risk, and most work must meet local code. Electricians usually charge by the hour, with a higher rate for the first hour that includes the trip. This page explains typical costs and how to hire a licensed electrician.
| Job | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Hourly rate | $50-$100 (first hour often ~$150 with trip) | Typical hourly rate per Angi; first hour often higher with trip fee |
| Breaker replacement | $150-$250 | Replacing a single circuit breaker |
| Panel replacement | ~$1,347 avg | Average cost to replace an electrical panel |
| Panel upgrade | $1,200-$2,500 | Upgrading a panel to higher capacity |
Typical US ranges based on published HomeAdvisor / Angi / Thumbtack cost guides, checked November 2026. Your quote will vary by city, job complexity and scope -- always get 2-3 written quotes.
Labour is the biggest variable. These are broad levels, not quotes — the national ranges above are the starting point, and the direction below tells you which way your city usually moves them.
| City | Typical price level vs US average |
|---|---|
| New York, NY | Higher — big-city labour runs well above the US average |
| Los Angeles, CA | About average for a big US city |
| Chicago, IL | About average for a big US city |
| Houston, TX | About average for a big US city |
| Phoenix, AZ | About average for a big US city |
| Dallas, TX | About average for a big US city |
| San Antonio, TX | About average for a big US city |
| San Diego, CA | About average for a big US city |
| Austin, TX | About average for a big US city |
| San Jose, CA | Higher — big-city labour runs well above the US average |
Electricians typically charge $50-$100 per hour according to Angi, and the first hour is often around $150 because it includes the trip. Larger jobs are usually quoted as a flat price. Ask whether the quote is hourly or flat before work begins.
A panel replacement averages around $1,347, while a panel upgrade to higher capacity typically costs $1,200-$2,500. The final price depends on the panel size, the home wiring and whether a permit and inspection are needed.
They are typical US ranges from published cost guides (HomeAdvisor, Angi, Thumbtack), checked November 2026. They are planning figures, not quotes — your actual price depends on your city, your home and the job. Always get two or three written quotes.