Electrician costs 2026: hourly rate and prices per job

In 2026, electrician costs are on average between €40 and €70 per hour, depending on the electrician’s experience. There is strong demand for these services. Does the work need to be done outside office hours? Then costs are often higher. Emergency work also costs more. One of the key factors in electrician costs is call-out fees. These are usually between €20 and €50.

The price depends on the work, required materials, travel time, and how complex the job is. For larger projects, a fixed price is often agreed.

The hourly rate for an electrician is usually between €40 and €75 per hour, VAT included. For simple jobs you are usually at the lower end of this total price. For difficult or urgent jobs, the price is higher.

An electrician often charges more for urgent work or work outside normal hours. In those cases, the rate is usually 20% to 50% higher than the regular hourly rate.

Larger jobs, such as replacing a fuse box or installing new wiring, also increase costs. This is because they require extra time and more materials.

The price of an electrician is often built from three parts.

- Labour costs (hourly rate or fixed price) - Material costs (cables, switches, sockets) - Call-out costs (travel time and transport)

For small jobs, an hourly rate is often used. For bigger projects, a fixed price is usually clearer.

Costs depend on the type of job. Installing a socket is often relatively cheap. Large installations cost much more.

Common jobs and prices

Installing a socket usually costs between €50 and €150. Connecting lighting is often around €75 to €200. For small jobs, such as fault diagnosis, you usually pay between €80 and €150.

Larger jobs such as fuse box replacement often cost between €500 and €1,200. Connecting an EV charger can cost up to €1,500. This depends on the installation.

Installing or replacing electrical wiring costs on average between €50 and €80 per hour. This is excluding materials. For a small extension, you often pay €150 to €500. If you want to replace all wiring, costs can rise from €1,000 to €3,500. Total cost also depends on the electrician’s hourly rate. The hourly rate and material costs both affect the final price.

The price depends on the condition of the current installation. It also depends on cable length and how much work is required to complete everything safely, which affects labour time and total cost.

The hourly rate depends on several factors:

- The electrician’s experience - The type of company (self-employed or installation company) - How difficult the job is - Area and accessibility

An experienced electrician often has a higher hourly rate. But they usually work faster and with better quality.

You can save by comparing quotes. Do not look at price alone; also check quality and warranty, especially for larger jobs. This gives a clearer view of value and often saves more in the long run.

Other ways to reduce costs:

- Combine multiple jobs into one appointment - Plan work during normal working hours - Prepare the workspace yourself