How Much Does An Electrician Cost?

<ul style="list-style: inside"> <li>An <a href="http://www.homeadvisor.com/cost/electrical/hire-an-electrician/" target="_blank">electrician’s cost per hour</a> comes in between $50 and $100. It’ll vary depending on your location and the type or professional you hire. Areas with a higher cost of living can expect to pay on the higher end of that scale. <a href="#education">Licensing level</a> may also increase the price.</li> <li>Usually you’ll pay a higher rate for the first hour. This covers their travel and time expense. Emergency or after-hours rates are usually higher too – expect to pay an emergency fee of up to $300 plus a higher hourly rate.</li> </ul>

What Does An Electrician Do?

Electricians do a fair amount of larger remodeling and new construction projects but also common residential projects including: <ul style="list-style: inside"> <li><a href="https://www.homeadvisor.com/task.Light-Installation.62309.html" target="_blank">Installing a light fixture</a> or chandelier</li> <li><a href="https://www.homeadvisor.com/task.Ceiling-Fan-Install.40243.html" target="_blank">Installing a ceiling fan</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.homeadvisor.com/task.Install-or-Repair-Electrical-Switches-and-Outlets.40226.html" target="_blank">Adding an outlet</a></li> <li>Updating or replacing a circuit breaker</li> <li><a href="https://www.homeadvisor.com/task.Electrical-Wiring-or-Panel-Upgrade.39777.html" target="_blank">Installing or updating an electrical panel</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.homeadvisor.com/task.Outdoor-Lighting-Plan-and-Install.39801.html" target="_blank">Adding outdoor lighting</a> and other electrical features</li> </ul> For cost information related to the above tasks, visit our <a href="https://www.homeadvisor.com/cost/electrical/" target="_blank">Electrical Cost Guide</a>.

Questions To Ask An Electrician Before Hiring

<ol> <li>Do you have a license to perform electrical work in this state? All states require an electrical license or work performed under a Master Electrician. You should also ask how many on the job hours of experience they have. </li> <li>Do you have insurance? Never use one who isn’t insured. You can ask to see proof of insurance.</li> <li>Do you have prior work references? You might skip this for small jobs like installing a light or outlet. For larger projects, always get references.</li> <li>What are your rates? Always ask up front. Getting a detailed quote up front is the best way to go.</li> <li>Who is going to do the actual work? Often, a Master Electrician will come out to diagnose and bid on projects, but they have their apprentice and journeyman electricians do the work. This isn’t a terrible thing, in fact it’s common practice. The Master’s license is on the line with any work he supervises.</li> <li>Is your work warrantied or guaranteed? Any reputable company or contractor warranties their work, usually for at least a year. </li> <li>Are you usually on time? Overbooking is a frequent problem with electrical work. Often, a service call goes long, and they end up showing up at your home late. This common complaint is easily remedied with an up-front and honest discussion. If they can’t be on time, make sure they’ll call. </li> </ol>

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Frequently asked questions

An electrician’s cost per hour comes in between $50 and $100. It’ll vary depending on your location and the type or professional you hire. Areas with a higher cost of living can expect to pay on the higher end of that scale. Licensing level may also increase the price.
Usually you’ll pay a higher rate for the first hour. This covers their travel and time expense. Emergency or after-hours rates are usually higher too – expect to pay an emergency fee of up to $300 plus a higher hourly rate.

Electricians do a fair amount of larger remodeling and new construction projects but also common residential projects including:

Installing a light fixture or chandelier
Installing a ceiling fan
Adding an outlet
Updating or replacing a circuit breaker
Installing or updating an electrical panel
Adding outdoor lighting and other electrical features

For cost information related to the above tasks, visit our Electrical Cost Guide.

Do you have a license to perform electrical work in this state?
All states require an electrical license or work performed under a Master Electrician. You should also ask how many on the job hours of experience they have.
Do you have insurance?
Never use one who isn’t insured. You can ask to see proof of insurance.
Do you have prior work references?
You might skip this for small jobs like installing a light or outlet. For larger projects, always get references.
What are your rates?
Always ask up front. Getting a detailed quote up front is the best way to go.
Who is going to do the actual work?
Often, a Master Electrician will come out to diagnose and bid on projects, but they have their apprentice and journeyman electricians do the work. This isn’t a terrible thing, in fact it’s common practice. The Master’s license is on the line with any work he supervises.
Is your work warrantied or guaranteed?
Any reputable company or contractor warranties their work, usually for at least a year.
Are you usually on time?
Overbooking is a frequent problem with electrical work. Often, a service call goes long, and they end up showing up at your home late. This common complaint is easily remedied with an up-front and honest discussion. If they can’t be on time, make sure they’ll call.

1. Don’t Be Misled by an Electrician’s Hourly Rates

A truly skilled, well-equipped professional with a truck full of parts that charges $100 an hour can be a much wiser choice than an inexperienced hack, working with inadequate tools and no parts, but charging much less. Often, more experienced professionals get the job done quickly with warrantied work.

2. Compare Travel Charges

Rates reflect travel times. Travel charges can have a big impact on your costs and are in some ways easier to compare than hourly rates. Many electricians spend a third or more of their time navigating traffic on their way to a jobsite. Every contractor must find a way to pay for the expense of driving each day.

3. Bundle Repair Jobs Together

When you feel it’s time to call a pro, review your list and then conduct a mini-inspection of your home. Look for faulty switches and dysfunctional or crowded outlets. When the electrician comes, you’ll save money and time by getting everything taken care of at once.

4. How to Prepare & What to Know Before the Electrician Arrives

Be as thorough and detailed in describing your needs to your contractor. The more they know, the quicker the job will go.
Before they arrive, prepare a precise list of items you want serviced. Electricians have budgeted their time for a service call. They don’t have time for additional requests once they are on site.
Make sure the electrical panel box is accessible. You’ll pay for the time it takes to access it.
Clear away fragile items, knickknacks and furniture from areas where you expect the them to work.
If you have questions about the project, ask them before they start. Most are happy to run you through the problem and the process of fixing it.
Ask about potential issues after the work is complete. During a service call a professional will spot any potential hazards.
You’ll lose power to parts of your home while they work. Be prepared to pause anything you’re doing during the service call.
In most cases you’ll have the option to either pay at the time of service or have a bill sent to you. You’ll be able to pay with cash, credit and sometimes check.

5. Install Money-Saving Electrical Fixtures

By switching from ordinary incandescent light fixtures or bulbs to fluorescent or LED ones, you can substantially reduce energy consumption in your home.
Motion detector switches can help you save money on outdoor lighting while at the same time providing very cost-effective security to your home.
Creative landscape lighting and indoor accent lighting can make your home more appealing to you, your guests and potential buyers in the future.

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Project Location: Tomball, TX
Date: 02/05/24
Location: Home
Comment: When our AC/Heat was installed, the fuse in the fuse box is not powerful enough to make the heat come on, so the unit blows cold air.
Project Location: Tomball, TX
Date: 02/03/24
Location: Home
Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
Project Location: Tomball, TX
Date: 02/02/24
Location: Home
Comment: Installing lighting pendants in kitchen and replace 2 chandeliers
Project Location: Tomball, TX
Date: 02/01/24
Location: Home
Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
Project Location: Tomball, TX
Date: 01/31/24
Location: Business
Comment: Light in restroom is not working, fan turns on but lights do not activate. Bulbs have been switched to new ones. Also need an electrical outlet moved higher
Project Location: Tomball, TX
Date: 01/30/24
Location: Business
Comment: Hi, we are an RV and Boat Storage Business.We have electrical infrastructure & wiring installed in the parking structure (where our customers store their RVs, boats, etc.) Each parking stall has an outlet for “trickle charging” the batteries in their vehicles. That electrical circuit keeps tripping, and customers end up without power in the plugs/outlets in their stalls. We need an electrician to come in and diagnose why the circuit keeps tripping. And recommend improvements/changes to avoid this from happening. You can visit our property at the address below, and please ask for Greg at Suite A3. Please respond to my request first with the estimated quote for this work. 18207 North Eldridge Parkway Suite A3 Tomball TX 77377 Ask for Greg and he will show you where the electrical issue is happening.
Project Location: Tomball, TX
Date: 01/29/24
Location: Home
Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
Project Location: Tomball, TX
Date: 01/29/24
Type of Generator: Whole home/standby generator
Repair Description: General maintenance
Location: Home
Comment: I would like to get an estimate for repair generator
Project Location: Tomball, TX
Date: 01/29/24
Location: Business
Comment: I would like to get an estimate for Existing Setup: Removal of the current 70" screen and mount. Removal of the wireless display share antenna located to the right of the existing display. Removal of the whiteboard situated to the left of the existing display. Electrical Adjustments: Relocation of the power outlet a few feet to the right and up to be concealed behind the new displays. Preservation of the existing power outlet, if possible, to avoid sheetrock repair. Upgrading to a quad outlet to accommodate power needs for two displays and the codec. Network Modification: Relocation of the network outlet to hide behind the screen. Preservation of the existing outlet to prevent sheetrock repair, focusing more on cable movement. New Display Installation: Mounting of two Chief XTM1U wall mounts for the new displays. Installation of the Neat Pro Bar wall mount above the displays to accommodate the Neat Bar Pro. Placement of two new Samsung 75" displays (QB75C model). Remote Support: Presence of remote support for assistance with codec installation and cable connection during the process.
Project Location: Tomball, TX
Date: 01/27/24
Reason for Cable: 3
Location: Home
Comment: Install EV charging outlet in garage
Project Location: Tomball, TX
Date: 01/25/24
Location: Business
Comment: Summary of Scope: · Existing o The existing 70” screen and mount both need to be removed o The wireless display share antenna(just to right of existing display in the image) should also be removed o Remove the whiteboard that is to the left of the existing display · Electrical o Move the power outlet up and over to the right a couple of feet. Should be concealed behind the new displays. o If possible, keep the existing power outlet to avoid any sheetrock repair o Change to a quad outlet to accommodate power for two displays and the codec · Network o Move the network outlet up to also hide behind the screen o Really more like moving the cable. Keep the outlet there to avoid sheetrock repair. · New Display Work o Install two new wall mounts for display. Model is Chief XTM1U o Install the Neat Pro Bar wall Mount above the displays. And mount the Neat Bar Pro. o Install two new Samsun 75” displays. Model is QB75C. o Remote support will be there to help with codec install and connecting cables
Project Location: Tomball, TX
Date: 01/25/24
Location: Home
Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
Project Location: Tomball, TX
Date: 01/22/24
Location: Home
Comment: just looking for the best price! I have electrician friends, I can buy the Generator and have one of them hook it up. Just looking for the cheapest options.
Project Location: Tomball, TX
Date: 01/21/24
Location: Home
Comment: Gas meter has been sized for generator during pool installation. Will need to dig and run gas line from side of house to behind garage. Approximately 80’. Back yard does have sprinkler system, so hand digging will be required. Electrical drop runs from splitter box (Centerpoint) along back fence by garage, under 10’ wide patio to house wall. Current service is 150 Amp.
Project Location: Tomball, TX
Date: 01/21/24
Repair Description: General maintenance
Location: Home
Type of Generator: Whole home/standby generator
Project Location: Tomball, TX
Date: 01/18/24
Services Needed: Replace old fixture
Location: Home
Electrical fixtures : Other fixtures
Comment: I think grounding cable is cut. Feeling little electricity in the faucets
Project Location: Tomball, TX
Date: 01/18/24
Location: Home
Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
Project Location: Tomball, TX
Date: 01/17/24
Nature of Project: Plush
Location: Business
Comment: light in restroom is not working, fan turns on but lights do not activate. Bulbs have been switched to new ones. Need an electrical outlet moved higher

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