Panel replacement as a first answer
A tripping breaker is often one bad circuit or one bad breaker. Ask what was tested before accepting a panel quote.
Light fixture install? Get the honest price to fix it.
Snap a photo, upload a quote or describe it. We'll tell you what's likely wrong, the parts it takes and what a fair electrical pro charges in your ZIP.
Related electrical problems
Typical fair prices
- Main panel upgrade$1,500–$4,000
- GFCI outlet$38–$323
- Circuit breaker$36–$383
- Ceiling fan install$75–$450
- Level 2 EV charger circuit$600–$2,200
National installed ranges, including a typical service call where one applies. Your check adjusts labor for your ZIP code.
What people get quoted vs. what's fair
| Job | Quoted | Fair range |
|---|---|---|
| Main panel upgrade | $9,000 | $1,500–$4,000 |
| Replace a GFCI outlet | $325 | $90–$220 |
Fair labor: $75–$150 an hour. After-hours work can fairly cost up to 1.5x. Your check uses the numbers on your own quote and your ZIP.
Common electrical work tricks
Permit fee padding
Permit fees are public. Ask to see the city's fee schedule if the line item looks high.