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Hourly Rate of an Electrician

When you need electrical services completed at home around $150 to $4,000 based on the project. Minor upgrades won't take as much time or need as much labor. Installing a new electrical panel might cost around $1,200. Directly talking with a local Raleigh electrician is the best way to get a price estimate.

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It's best to ask for quotes from several electrical contractors in Raleigh. Electrician costs per hour can vary due to the materials used, house size, and demand for the specific contractor.

Before the contractor visits your home, they should give you a written estimate that encompasses all charges. The electrician you hire should stick to this price unless it's discussed with you first.

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:

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

  1. 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.
  2. Do you have insurance?
    Never use one who isn’t insured. You can ask to see proof of insurance.
  3. 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.
  4. What are your rates?
    Always ask up front. Getting a detailed quote up front is the best way to go.
  5. 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.
  6. Is your work warrantied or guaranteed?
    Any reputable company or contractor warranties their work, usually for at least a year.
  7. 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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Raleigh Electricians are rated 4.9 out of 5 based on 1,720 reviews of 35 pros.

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  • NewProject: Electric Outlets & Fixtures Install
    Location: Raleigh, NC
    Date: 02/02/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    Is this an emergency?: No
    Desired Completion Date: More than 2 weeks
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Electrical fixtures : Outlets
  • NewProject: Electric Wiring Upgrade
    Location: Raleigh, NC
    Date: 02/02/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    Historical Work: No
    Desired Completion Date: 1 - 2 weeks
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Project description: Electrical panel upgrade only
    Comment: Looking to find an electrician that can add a sub panel to my breaker box. We just bought the house in August of 2023 and the previous owners filled the breaker box. We are looking to add a pool and hot tub and need breakers for power. Looking for a sub panel that will hold 4 double slot breakers.
  • NewProject: Electric Outlets & Fixtures Install
    Location: Raleigh, NC
    Date: 02/02/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    Is this an emergency?: No
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Electrical fixtures : Outlets
    Comment: Circuit braker to microwave oven keeps tripping. I need an electrician to check what the problem is and to fix it.
  • NewProject: Electric Outlets & Fixtures Install
    Location: Raleigh, NC
    Date: 02/02/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    Is this an emergency?: No
    Desired Completion Date: 1 - 2 weeks
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Electrical fixtures : Outlets
    Comment: Need to have existing outlet on separate breaker for powering a 120 volt electric fireplace insert.
  • NewProject: Electric Outlets & Fixtures Install
    Location: Raleigh, NC
    Date: 02/01/23
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Location: Home/Residence
    Is this an emergency?: No
    Comment: I would like to get an estimate for installation for accent lighting
  • NewProject: Electric Vehicle Charging Station Installation
    Location: Raleigh, NC
    Date: 02/01/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Already Purchased Station: No
    Supports 220v or 240v load: I don't know
    Property type:: Single Family
    Comment: charger for my car. Toyota.
  • NewProject: Electric Outlets & Fixtures Install
    Location: Raleigh, NC
    Date: 01/31/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    Is this an emergency?: Yes
    Desired Completion Date: Immediately
    Comment: No power in living room. Noticed a outlet had burn marks
  • NewProject: Electric Outlets & Fixtures Install
    Location: Raleigh, NC
    Date: 01/31/23
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Services Needed: Troubleshoot an electrical problem
    Electrical fixtures : Other fixtures
    Location: Home/Residence
    Is this an emergency?: No
    Comment: Electrical issue in the living room. All lights and electric not working
  • NewProject: Electric Outlets & Fixtures Install
    Location: Raleigh, NC
    Date: 01/31/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    Is this an emergency?: No
    Desired Completion Date: 1 - 2 weeks
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
  • NewProject: Electric Outlets & Fixtures Install
    Location: Raleigh, NC
    Date: 01/31/23
    After Business Hours: No
    Historical Work: No
    Covered by Insurance: No
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Desired Completion Date: Immediately
    Comment: I would like to get an estimate for put a ring doorbell installation service where no doorbell was previously installed. Just looking for estimates.
  • NewProject: Electric Outlets & Fixtures Install
    Location: Raleigh, NC
    Date: 01/31/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    Is this an emergency?: No
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Comment: Circuit breaker tripped that now will not turn back on. Half of the house has power.
  • NewProject: Electric Outlets & Fixtures Install
    Location: Raleigh, NC
    Date: 01/30/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    Is this an emergency?: No
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
  • NewProject: Generator Repair
    Location: Raleigh, NC
    Date: 01/30/23
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Type of Generator: Fixed
    Repair Description: Other
    Location: Home/Residence
    Is this an emergency?: No
    Comment: Repair of the CAT generator. It is not working at all. It is fixed generator.
  • NewProject: Electric Outlets & Fixtures Install
    Location: Raleigh, NC
    Date: 01/30/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    Is this an emergency?: No
    Desired Completion Date: Within 1 week
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
  • NewProject: Electric Outlets & Fixtures Install
    Location: Raleigh, NC
    Date: 01/30/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    Is this an emergency?: No
    After Business Hours: No
    Historical Work: No
    Covered by Insurance: No
    Desired Completion Date: Within 1 week
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Electrical fixtures : Ceiling fan or chandelier
    Services Needed: Replace an old fixture
  • NewProject: Electric Outlets & Fixtures Install
    Location: Raleigh, NC
    Date: 01/30/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Project description: Update or add a few fixtures, outlets or switches
  • NewProject: Generator Install
    Location: Raleigh, NC
    Date: 01/30/23
    Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
    Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
    Describe Generator Use: Other
    Devices to be Run by Generator: Other
    Type of generator: Not sure
    Property Owner: No
    Location: Home/Residence
  • NewProject: Portable Generator Install
    Location: Raleigh, NC
    Date: 01/28/23
    Describe Generator Use: Emergency back-up power
    Location: Home/Residence
    Desired Completion Date: Within 1 week
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Type of generator: Portable Generator
    Devices to be Run by Generator: Regular house lighting
    Devices to be Run by Generator: Emergency lighting
    Devices to be Run by Generator: Refrigerator
    Devices to be Run by Generator: Water heater
    Comment: 30 amp inlet/interlock for portable generator
  • NewProject: Electric Outlets & Fixtures Install
    Location: Raleigh, NC
    Date: 01/28/23
    Location: Home/Residence
    Is this an emergency?: No
    Desired Completion Date: Within 1 week
    Request Stage: Ready to Hire
    Electrical fixtures : Switches
    Electrical fixtures : Outlets

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