- What does an electrician cost?
- The cheapest way
- Hiring a self-employed person
- Total price or hourly rate, which is more advantageous?
- What affects the price?
- Material and other costs
- VAT
- What is the price per part?
- Cost of the original group box
- Costs of installing lighting
- Cost of replacing the meter cupboard
- Connect earthing switch prices
- Build price socket
- Install home automation prices
- Useful saving tips!
How much do electricians cost?
You require an electricianfora project. It is essential to know in advance what an electrician’s hourly wage is so you do not get caught by surprise.In this article you would learn what it will cost to hire an electrician for your specific project.
What does an electrician cost?
When working with electricity, this also entails risks. Therefore, we recommend that you call in an electrician at all times if you need to replace electricity on your project. If you want to return or relocate your electricity yourself, yourisk a short circuit or overload. Most electrician’srates vary quite a bit. We will give you a reasonable price indication of the hourly rate, including VAT:
● Licensed electrician - Hourly wages - £50 - £65 incl VAT
● Self-employed person - Hourly wage - £40 - £50 incl VAT
● Electricity company - £55- £70 incl VAT
You can see that you may be the cheapest form a self-employed electrician.
● Licensed electrician - Hourly wages - £50 - £65 incl VAT
● Self-employed person - Hourly wage - £40 - £50 incl VAT
● Electricity company - £55- £70 incl VAT
You can see that you may be the cheapest form a self-employed electrician.
The cheapest way
If you want to hire an electrician, you probably want to be as cheap as possible. An electrician who is not certified can, of course, also deliver an electricity job. But unfortunately, the warranty will lag. The average cost of a non-certified electrician is between £30 and £40 per hour.
Hiring a self-employed person
Suppose you have ever looked for an electrician. In that case, you also know that a recognized electrician with a small business (sole proprietorship) is cheaper in his hourly wages than hiring an electrician from a large electricity company. On average, self-employed people charge a much lower price because their outgoing costs are alsoless.
Suppose you want to move the meter cupboard, as an example. In that case, a self-employed person will calculate around £315 if you hire a professional from a large installation company, moving the same meter cupboard costs on average around £ 480.
Suppose you want to move the meter cupboard, as an example. In that case, a self-employed person will calculate around £315 if you hire a professional from a large installation company, moving the same meter cupboard costs on average around £ 480.
Total price or hourly rate, which is more advantageous?
Therefore, an electrician’s average hourly rate differs depending on whether he is self-employed or works for a large company. If you want to expand your group box or if you’re going to move all the electricity in your home, it is useful to agree on a total price in advance.
Therefore, most electricians offer you the option of making a price in advance to know exactly where you stand. Would you like to know what our costs are?
| Type of electrician/job | Price |
| Beginner | From £12 per hour |
| Average experience | From £20 per hour |
| Expert | £33 per hour |
| New outlet | £50- £70 |
| New switch | £92- £25 |
| New meter cupboard | £415 - £500 |
| Completely new lighting | £460 - £625 |
| Install full electricity | £1,250 - £1,665 |
What affects the price?
Not every project has the same price. We have made an overview for you of the most common electrical work in a home with different prices:
● Replace group box - £330 to £500 incl VAT
● Electricity installation of the house - £ 1,000 to £1,330 incl VAT
● Installing a socket - £33to £50 incl VAT
● Home lighting installation - £330to £ 540 incl VAT
● Apply power current - £210to £290 incl VAT
The size of the entire job also determines the costs you will have to pay. Simply put, the more critical the job the less you pay! If the job is large, a different hourly wage will be charged than if the project takes only two hours.If an electrician is very busy, he can, of course, increase his hourly wage costs.
● Replace group box - £330 to £500 incl VAT
● Electricity installation of the house - £ 1,000 to £1,330 incl VAT
● Installing a socket - £33to £50 incl VAT
● Home lighting installation - £330to £ 540 incl VAT
● Apply power current - £210to £290 incl VAT
The size of the entire job also determines the costs you will have to pay. Simply put, the more critical the job the less you pay! If the job is large, a different hourly wage will be charged than if the project takes only two hours.If an electrician is very busy, he can, of course, increase his hourly wage costs.
Material and other costs
Hiring an electrician isn't just about the hourly rate. There are additional expenses to consider, such as call-out fees and equipment purchases.
If you want to have a different group constructed as an example, then the materials used will have to be purchased. Naturally, an electrician receives a discount because he buys from a wholesaler. This way, you will always save on the cost of the material.
Of course, the call-out costs are also part of the hourly rate but are usually paid separately.
The prices in the table below include materials, assembly, and 20% VAT.
| Electricity job | Cost price | Job description |
| Have electricity renewed | £1,000 | Has electricity renewed in a home? |
| Have lighting installed | £350 | Have lighting installed in a home. |
| Have the meter box replaced | £320 | Replace a meter cupboard with more than four groups. |
| Have earth switch connected | £85 | Has an earth switch connected in the meter cupboard? |
| Have a socket installed | £45 | Has an electrical outlet installed or moved? |
VAT
Unfortunately, everyone has to pay the VAT when purchasing or hiring a professional. If you hire an electrician, you'll have to pay a VAT of 21% on both the property and the materials you buy. If your home is more than two years old, you will be charged a 6% VAT rate. That only pertains to the electrician's hourly wage.
What is the price per part?
In addition to different spaces, you also have other parts constructed. That also plays a role in the costs. Consider, for example, a new group box, connecting lighting, or replacing the meter box. More information about the installation of:
● New group box
● Lighting
● Fuse box
● Earth leakage circuit breaker
● Wall outlet
● Domotics
● New group box
● Lighting
● Fuse box
● Earth leakage circuit breaker
● Wall outlet
● Domotics
Cost of the original group box
The cost for a new group box depend on what kind you get. A cabinet with six groups is cheaper than a cupboard with ten groups. The prices of replacing a group box are approximately between £580 and £750. For such a job, the specialist often charges an hourly wage. So keep in mind that this rate differs per electrician.
Costs of installing lighting
How high the price is for installing lighting depends on the room where you want to place the lighting and how many light points you choose. For example, connecting outdoor lighting is cheaper than lighting in the kitchen. Do you want to provide the entire house with light? Then you assume an average price of £1,540.
Cost of replacing the meter cupboard
The costs for replacing the meter box vary considerably. That is because, just like with the group box, this depends on the number of groups. Moreover, it also depends on which phase you take. Grade 1 is cheaper than a phase 3 meter cupboard. The costs for replacing the meter box are approximately £465. Keep in mind that every electrician uses a different hourly wage.
Connect earthing switch prices
Has an earth leakage circuit breaker being installed by an electrician so that you can be sure that it is excellent and safe? The rate for connecting an earth leakage circuit breaker depends on the brand, the electrician’s hourly rate, and how many earth circuit breakers you want to install. On average, this costs £125.
Build price socket
The cost of installing an outlet is determined by your preferences. In this field, different types of activities can be recognized. It is possible, for example, to have a built-in socket installed, replace one, or relocate sockets. Connecting an electrical outlet costs on average £65.
Install home automation prices
Home automation means smart living. It is called so because you control all kinds of electrical equipment via a controller or tablet. Think, for example, of extra security in the form of cameras, the automatic closing of curtains, or switching lights on and off. The rate for the construction and installation of home automation differs. Depending on what your wishes are, the costs amount to about £6,245.
Price table: price work
| Type of work | Average price |
| New group box | £580 to £750 |
| Install lighting | £115 to £1,665 |
| Replace meter cupboard | £300 to £730 |
| Connect earth switch | £105 to £145 |
| Install a power socket | £20 to £95 |
| Install domotics | £2,915 to £6,245 |
Useful saving tips!
Do you want to save on the hourly rate of an electrician? There are a few helpful tips to keep in mind.
● For example, choose to have multiple projects carried out by the electrician at once. In this case, you save on costs and pay fewer call-out costs.
● You can also negotiate the project’s price, especially for large tasks, such as installing electricity throughout the house. By dealing, you save up to £250.
● Moreover, it is wise to help with large projects. That can be done by carrying out minor work, such as cleaning up work or extending electricity cables. That will save you on costs anyway.
● Also, bring in someone from your region. If you send an electrician from the other side of the country, you pay an awful lot of call-out costs.
● In case of an emergency in the evening, for example, if you have a power failure, the rate is often higher. That is because electricians come by outside regular working hours. Therefore it is advisable to use the electricians service during the day as much as possible.
● For example, choose to have multiple projects carried out by the electrician at once. In this case, you save on costs and pay fewer call-out costs.
● You can also negotiate the project’s price, especially for large tasks, such as installing electricity throughout the house. By dealing, you save up to £250.
● Moreover, it is wise to help with large projects. That can be done by carrying out minor work, such as cleaning up work or extending electricity cables. That will save you on costs anyway.
● Also, bring in someone from your region. If you send an electrician from the other side of the country, you pay an awful lot of call-out costs.
● In case of an emergency in the evening, for example, if you have a power failure, the rate is often higher. That is because electricians come by outside regular working hours. Therefore it is advisable to use the electricians service during the day as much as possible.