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Electrical Repair Costs: What to Budget For

Flickering lights? Dead outlets? Tripping breakers? Here's what common electrical repairs cost so you know what to expect before calling an electrician.

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By Alshane Thomas, Licensed Master Electrician

💰 Common Repair Pricing

Outlet ReplacementStarts at $300
Light Switch ReplacementStarts at $300
GFCI Outlet InstallationStarts at $300
Circuit Breaker ReplacementStarts at $300
Troubleshooting / DiagnosticsStarts at $300
Ceiling Fan InstallationStarts at $300
Smoke Detector InstallationStarts at $300

*Prices include labor. Materials/parts may be additional depending on the repair.

When to Call an Electrician (Don't DIY These)

  • Outlets that spark, feel warm, or smell like burning
  • Breakers that trip repeatedly — this signals an overloaded or faulty circuit
  • Flickering lights throughout the house (not just one fixture)
  • Any work inside your electrical panel
  • Aluminum wiring connections (common in 1960s–70s homes)
  • Adding new circuits or outlets

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