Electrical Costs

Panel upgrades, rewiring, and electrical installation costs.

Pillar Guide

Electrical repair costs $150-$600 for minor jobs and $2,000-$10,000+ for complex work in 2026. Full breakdown by job type, plus hourly rates.

Whole House Generator Cost: Installed Price Guide
Whole house standby generators cost $8,000-$15,000 installed in 2026, ranging up to $39,000 for large liquid-cooled units. Full cost breakdown by size.
Knob and Tube Wiring Replacement Cost
Knob and tube wiring replacement costs $8,000-$36,000 for a full home in 2026, or $100-$350+ per opening for partial work. Why insurers require it.
GFCI Outlet Installation Cost (and Why Code Requires It)
GFCI outlet installation costs $130-$350 new, or $90-$200 to replace an existing outlet, in 2026. Which rooms code requires them, and why.
Electrician Cost Per Hour: 2026 Rates Explained
Electricians charge $50-$130 per hour nationally in 2026, with most residential rates clustering at $75-$150. Emergency rates run 1.5-2x higher.
Cost to Replace Aluminum Wiring With Copper
Full aluminum-to-copper rewiring costs $5,000-$40,000 by home size; pigtail repairs run far less per circuit. 2026 pricing and why insurers care.