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    Matz, LLC Logo
    4.9(3 Verified Ratings)
    McLean, VA·
    Matz, LLC

    Countertops., Full renovations and repairs, no job is too small, Full renovations and small repairs. Project manager: Santos Granados.

    "Guys where courteous very helpful did a great job, cleaned up well started and finished on time."

    Mustafa S. in March 2019

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    RS
    4.9(2 Verified Ratings)
    Alexandria, VA·
    RFM Services

    General Handy Services

    "Very nice, no complaints at all."

    Wayne J. in November 2021

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    All American Electric, LLC Logo
    4.7(115 Verified Ratings)
    All American Electric, LLC

    "Came on time and completed the work at the lower end of their estimate"

    Charles W. in November 2016

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How much do electrical outlet & switch services typically cost?

  • Alexandria, Virginia Average
    $324
  • Typical Range
    $159 - $507
  • Low End - High End
    $100 - $900
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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:

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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Things to Consider Before You Install or Repair Light Switches and Electrical Outlets:

What kind of location is this?

    What electrical fixtures are included in this project?

    • Ceiling fan or chandelier
    • Switches
    • Interior lights
    • Outlets
    • Exterior lights
    • Other fixtures
    • Bath or attic exhaust fan

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    Recent Job Requests for Electricians in Alexandria, VA

    • NewProject Location: Alexandria, VA
      Date: 06/03/23
      Location: Home/Residence
      When would you like this request to be completed?: ASAP - Within 1-2 Days
      Comment: GFI outlet will not reset in the basement after working with the electric power washer outside for the first time yesterday
    • NewProject Location: Alexandria, VA
      Date: 06/01/23
      Location: Home/Residence
      When would you like this request to be completed?: Still in planning & budgeting phase
      When would you like this request to be completed?: Within 2 weeks
      Comment: Need a 240v electrical outlet put on the exterior of my house. The electrical box is located on the other side of the wall I need the outlet on.
    • NewProject Location: Alexandria, VA
      Date: 05/30/23
      Location: Home/Residence
      Historical Work: No
      Desired Completion Date: 1 - 2 weeks
      Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
      Project description: Update or add a few fixtures, outlets or switches
      Comment: need to replace electrical panel and aprox 20 outlets and light switches through condo
    • NewProject Location: Alexandria, VA
      Date: 05/30/23
      Location: Home/Residence
      Historical Work: No
      Desired Completion Date: Within 1 week
      Request Stage: Ready to Hire
      Project description: Update or add a few fixtures, outlets or switches
    • NewProject Location: Alexandria, VA
      Date: 05/30/23
      Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
      Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
      Services Needed: Install new switches, fixtures or outlets
      Electrical fixtures : Outlets
      Location: Home/Residence
      Is this an emergency?: No
    • NewProject Location: Alexandria, VA
      Date: 05/29/23
      When would you like this request to be completed?: ASAP - Within 1-2 Days
      Location: Home/Residence
      When would you like this request to be completed?: Within 2 weeks
      Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
    • Project Location: Alexandria, VA
      Date: 05/27/23
      Location: Home/Residence
      When would you like this request to be completed?: Within 2 weeks
      Comment: Replacement of side by side toggle light switches for bathroom ventilation fan and light fixture
    • Project Location: Alexandria, VA
      Date: 05/27/23
      Location: Home/Residence
      When would you like this request to be completed?: ASAP - Within 1-2 Days
      Comment: Ceiling fan install
    • Project Location: Alexandria, VA
      Date: 05/25/23
      Location: Home/Residence
      Electrical fixtures : Other fixtures
      Electrical fixtures : Interior lights
      Electrical fixtures : Exterior lights
      When would you like this request to be completed?: ASAP - Within 1-2 Days
      Electrical fixtures : Switches
      Electrical fixtures : Outlets
      When would you like this request to be completed?: Within 2 weeks
      Comment: Repairs to a three-way light: one of the switches does not funciton properly. Reverse polarity in one outlet. Two outlets not functioning on one receptacle. Furnace short cycling. Unable to determine switch control for exterior light. Need to replace 30 amp breakers with 20 amp. Inspect grounding equipment outside. Mixed breakers in electrical panel Ground one receptacle
    • Project Location: Alexandria, VA
      Date: 05/25/23
      Location: Home/Residence
      Electrical fixtures : Outlets
      When would you like this request to be completed?: Within 2 weeks
      Comment: We recently bought a house in Alexandria, VA. During the inspection we learned that two outlets were ungrounded and at least one bathroom outlet was not GFIC capable. We would like someone to check the outlets in the house and replace any that do not meet standards.
    • Project Location: Alexandria, VA
      Date: 05/24/23
      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
      Services Needed: Replace an old fixture
      Services Needed: Install a new fixture
      Electrical fixtures : Ceiling lights
      Electrical fixtures : Ceiling fan or chandelier
      Electrical fixtures : Other fixtures
      Electrical fixtures : Recessed lights
      Comment: Replace light fixtures, replace switches
    • Project Location: Alexandria, VA
      Date: 05/24/23
      Location: Home/Residence
      When would you like this request to be completed?: ASAP - Within 1-2 Days
      Comment: Need to change out 1 outlet to be a GFCI
    • Project Location: Alexandria, VA
      Date: 05/23/23
      Location: Home/Residence
      When would you like this request to be completed?: ASAP - Within 1-2 Days
      Electrical fixtures : Outlets
      Comment: my 220 line for dryer having issues. not getting enough to heat dryer -
    • Project Location: Alexandria, VA
      Date: 05/23/23
      Request Stage: Ready to Hire
      Desired Completion Date: Within 1 week
      Nature of Work: Installation
      Location: Home/Residence
      Is this an emergency?: No
      Amount of work: A single project
      Project Description: Electrical project
      Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
    • Project Location: Alexandria, VA
      Date: 05/23/23
      Amount of work: A single project
      Project Description: Electrical project
      Desired Completion Date: Within 1 week
      Location: Home/Residence
      Is this an emergency?: No
      Request Stage: Ready to Hire
      Nature of Work: Installation
      Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
    • Project Location: Alexandria, VA
      Date: 05/22/23
      Location: Home/Residence
      Electrical fixtures : Other fixtures
      When would you like this request to be completed?: More than 2 weeks
      Comment: Looking to install a video doorbell with an existing doorbell at my home.
    • Project Location: Alexandria, VA
      Date: 05/20/23
      Location: Home/Residence
      When would you like this request to be completed?: ASAP - Within 1-2 Days
      Electrical fixtures : Switches
      Electrical fixtures : Outlets
      Comment: We need a GFI installed. We have lights connected to the TV/internet that we can not turn off.
    • Project Location: Alexandria, VA
      Date: 05/19/23
      Location: Home/Residence
      Is this an emergency?: No
      Desired Completion Date: Within 1 week
      Request Stage: Ready to Hire
      Electrical fixtures : Outlets
      Comment: need to add an outlet in an electrical closet to plug in new tankless water heater. Existing romex cables are exposed and ready - room is unfinished, no drywall work required. SImply adding 1 outlet.
    • Project Location: Alexandria, VA
      Date: 05/19/23
      Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
      Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
      Location: Home/Residence
      Is this an emergency?: No
      Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
    • Project Location: Alexandria, VA
      Date: 05/18/23
      Location: Home/Residence
      Is this an emergency?: No
      Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
      Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
      Electrical fixtures : Other fixtures
      Electrical fixtures : Interior lights
      Electrical fixtures : Switches
      Comment: Hello. I need a licensed electrician to move a light fixture and thermostat. I also need a plug replaced. Work will be complete on a Friday. Also, there are pets in the home. Thank you.

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