Electrical work is the one category where DIY can cost you your insurance coverage — and your safety. Knowing fair pricing helps you hire confidently instead of postponing. Typical 2026 licensed-electrician costs below.
Common repairs & typical costs
| Repair | Typical national range (2026) |
|---|---|
| Outlet / switch repair | $90–$300 |
| Circuit breaker replacement | $150–$520 |
| Panel upgrade (200A) | $1,300–$4,000 |
| Light fixture install | $150–$500 |
| Ceiling fan install | $150–$600 |
| EV charger install (Level 2) | $600–$1,500 |
What affects your cost
- Panel capacity and remaining breaker space
- Home age and wiring type — knob-and-tube or aluminum changes everything
- Permit and inspection requirements in your area
- How accessible the wiring runs are
Repair or replace?
Most electrical work is replace-not-repair by code. Upgrade the panel if you still have fuses, less than 100A service, or you are adding an EV charger or heat pump. Knob-and-tube or aluminum branch wiring means a rewiring conversation, not a repair.
Guides
In-depth, citation-backed cost guides for this category are in production and will appear here soon. Meanwhile, the instant estimator gives you a tailored, location-adjusted ballpark in 30 seconds.
Costs above are 2026 national ranges compiled from public cost guides (Angi, HomeGuide, HomeAdvisor, This Old House, Forbes Home, Fixr and similar). Your local price depends on your region — the instant estimator adjusts these to your ZIP code. These figures are informational, not a quote; always compare multiple local quotes.