The average cost to hire us at Wire Nuts Electric to install or repair light fixtures, outlets, switches, or fans ranges from $150 to $400. Wiring costs $5 to $9 per foot and upgrading an electrical panel costs $1,200 to $3,000.
Contact us at 815-345-3974 to receive a free estimate for your project or view our price guide below:
Electrical Work & Repair Costs
The average cost to hire us at Wire Nuts Electric to install or repair light fixtures, outlets, switches, or fans ranges from $150 to $400 with homeowners spending $250 on average. For larger electrical jobs like installing wiring or replacing an electrical panel, expect to pay $1,500 to $5,000.
Average Cost of hiring Wire Nuts Electric
National Average Cost $280
Minimum Cost $150
Average Range $150 to $400
Electrician Cost at Wire Nuts Electric
The average cost is $90 to $125 per hour, with a typical service call fee or first-hour rate of $150.
Electrician Rates
Electrician Type Service Call Fee Billed Hourly Rate
Apprentice $50
Journeyman $90
Master $125
Most homeowners will call us when too much or too little power is coming to outlets or lighting fixtures (tripping circuit breakers), they need more or safer outlets installed, or the wiring needs upgrading because the house is old and the old wiring isn’t up to par. At Wire Nuts Electric Inc. of Rockford, IL we charge by the hour, or do a flat rate bid for the job, and costs are based on your electrical needs, and the complexity of the job.
Electrician Prices List
While it can be a relatively quick job for us to fit an outlet or wire your surround sound system, the bulk of your cost lies in our service call fee of about $90, so it may cost about $125 to $150 for a small job like installing or replacing an outlet. Larger jobs such as wiring and circuit breaker installation run $2,000 or more.
Wire Nuts Electric Price List
Prices paid for electrical work are hard to nail down because it’s dependent on many factors, such as labor and material costs. Below is a list of general pricing. For more accurate pricing please contact Wire Nuts Electric, Inc. for a free estimate.
Wire Nuts Electric Cost Calculator
Job Average Cost
Install Light Fixtures $125 – $400
Upgrade Electrical Panel $1,200 – $3,000
Install Home Generator $3,500 – $6,000
Install Electrical Switch $125 – $300
Install Electrical Outlet $125 – $175
Fan Installation $175 – $400
Install Home Automation System $500 – $2,000
Install Hot Tub Wiring / Conduit $750 – $2,000
Install Electric Car Charging Station $650 – $3,000
Install Smoke or Carbon Monoxide Detector $100 – $200
Wire Nuts Electric House Wiring Estimate
Job Average Cost
Rewiring a Basic 3-Bedroom Home (Through attic, basement, or floor joists) $3,000 – $7,000
Installing Wiring by Running it Through Main Walls (Opening walls, removing old wires, and rewiring,) $5,000 – $12,000
Add in permit costs for larger jobs and the likelihood of having to replace almost every part of an older wiring electrical system to bring it up to code, if you’re doing a service upgrade.
Electrical wiring installation of outlets and switches
Cost To Install Light Fixtures
The average cost to install a basic light fixture is $125 to $400. For advanced fixtures like a chandelier, be sure to include the cost of the fixture itself which can add another $200 to $700 to your final price. For AFCI (Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter) protection, per code, add $150.
If we run into accessibility issues, or electrical problems that require board or panel upgrades expect to pay more in labor costs. Most of the time, we will be able to give you an accurate estimate up front.
Cost To Install Light Fixtures
Fixture Type Cost Per Fixture
Install Standard Fixture (Existing Wiring) $50 – $150
Install Exterior Light Fixture (Existing Wiring) $150 – $320
Install Fluorescent Light Fixture $200 – $350
Install LED Recessed Light Fixtures $150 – $300
Install New Wiring For Overhead Light $600 – $1,200
Replace Broken Light Fixture $75 – $200
Replace or Upgrade Electrical Panel
The average cost to upgrade or replace the electrical panel is $1200 to $3000 on average depending on the cost of the wire and your electricity amp needs. Service replacement includes a new meter, electric service drop, disconnect, panel, wiring, piping, and a weather head.
With older homes, the electrical service usually has 60-amp panels that are underrated. Most homes require at least 100 amps with newer homes needing 200 amps or more. Proper amps ensure you won’t be tripping circuit breakers or overloading outlets.
Install or Repair Home Generator
The average cost to install a generator is $3,500 to $6,000, including the generator. A Generac home back-up generator starts at $2,000, and professional installation ranges from $3,000 to $5,000. Pricing varies by system size, materials, and local building codes.
A generator costs is placed on a concrete pad and connected to an existing fuel line, and a transfer switch is installed by the main breaker box.
Cost to Install or Replace an Electrical Switch
The cost to install a new light switch ranges from $150 to $200 for a single pole switch, to $100 to $250 for a new three-way switch. To replace an electrical switch, expect to spend about $80 to $120 on average.
Cost to Install or Replace an Electrical Switch
Switch Type Average Cost
Install New Single Pole Switch $150 – $200
Install New Three-Way Switch $100 – $250
Replace Electrical Switch $80 – $120
In some cases, it can cost more to replace an existing light switch than it will to install light switches in new construction because you may need to update your electrical board, install new wiring, switch boxes, or box covers.
Cost To Install or Replace an Electrical Outlet
The cost to install or replace an interior electrical outlet with GFCI is $120 to $150 while replacing an exterior receptacle with cover costs $200 to $275 on average.
Cost To Install or Replace an Electrical Outlet
Type of Outlet Average Cost
Replace Outlet with GFCI $120 – $150
Install New Outlet $140 – $165
Install Exterior Outlet with Cover $200 – $275
For safety purposes, especially if you have children in the house, install GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) protected outlets in the kitchen, bathrooms, and the laundry room. A GFCI outlet will help prevent electrical shock in wet areas of the home. Also, consider installing dedicated circuits for large appliances.
Fan Installation & Repair Cost
Ceiling fan replacement costs around $200 on average, with most spending $150 to $350. Bathroom exhaust fan replacement costs $150 to $550, while an attic exhaust fan runs $300 to $500.
Proper ventilation increases indoor air quality and improves the well being of all occupants. Ceiling fans are a great alternative to more expensive air conditioning and will distribute air more evenly in your rooms and create a more comfortable living environment.
Fan Installation Costs
Type of Fan Average Cost
Ceiling Fan Installation $150 – $350
Bathroom Fan Installation $150 – $550
Power Attic Gable Vent $180 – $250
Roof-Mount Power Ventilator $125 – $210
Fans will also help you save money on your energy bills during the cold, winter months by pushing the warm air back down into the room. Alternatively, it can pull the cooler air up during the hot months.
Smart Home Automation Systems Cost
Smart home automation systems cost $600 to $1,800 that integrates into your existing outlets. For hard-wired systems, which requires extensive rewiring costs $5,600 on average with most homeowners spending between $4,000 and $12,000 based on the extent of automation desired.
Smart Home Automation Systems Cost
System Average Cost
Install Home Automation System $600 to $1,800
Install Hardwired Home Automation System $4,000 and $12,000
Install Hardwired Smoke Detector $90 – $150
Install Carbon Monoxide Detector $125 – $200
Install Electric Fireplace $200 – $1,500
Install Video Surveillance System $900 – $2,000
The most common automation systems will turn lights in the house on and off while you’re out of town. Newer advances in smart devices and automation systems allow you to monitor what’s going on in your home when you’re not there, who is at the door, and what time the kids came home from school. Most smart home upgrades will require the services of a licensed electrician.
Tips for Hiring an Electrician
When it comes to your home and the safety of those living in it, this is not the time to go with a cheap electrician. Due to the risk of fire or life-threatening electric shocks if you end up with bad electrical work, you want to be sure to hire the best professional, licensed, and insured electrician you can find. Professional electricians are knowledgeable about current building codes and the proper way to safely upgrade or install the wiring in your home.
- Only hire a licensed and insured electrician.
- Get at least three quotes when working on a large project.
- Ask your friends and coworkers for their recommendations.
- Request an in-person estimate for your job. At Wire Nuts Electric, Inc. of Rockford, IL we offer this free.
Doing things on the cheap can only lead to more expensive repairs down the road. Whether it’s the materials that are subpar or the workmanship, it’s only a matter of time until it fails. That failure could be the loss of power to your home (and losing everything in your freezer), or it could be as bad as a fire in your home. In the long run, it’s more cost effective to get it done right the first time.
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