How much will an electrician cost you?
Below you will find a detailed breakdown of electrician prices, together with descriptions what is included in the price and other necessary information that will help you make the best possible decision.
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This is the electrician's average hourly rate for labour. The rate will vary according to day and time (i.e. if work is done out of hours) and does not include price of any electrical supplies or replacement parts. Also an emergency call-out fee may apply. The average cost to hire an electrician's rate per hour is R600/hour, or typically between R400/hour and R800/hour.
Get quotesThis is the price for wiring a 3-bedroom house. The total cost will depend on the exact size of the house, the number of light/plug points installed, the fittings, fixtures and accessories used. Wiring a 3-bedroom house costs range between R25,000 and R38,000 with an average of R31,000.
Get quotesThis is the average price per data point. The final cost of data cabling varies depending on the number of data points, scope of work, site (business or residential installation), and location. The average cost of data cabling is R900, or typically between R700 and R1100.
Get quotesThis is the electrician's call out fee and it's separate from any labour charges. The price depends on your issue and the day and time. Sometimes it includes the first hours' worth of labour. On average, expect to be charged between R600 and R900 for an electrician's emergency call out fee.
Get quotesThis is the price for a double plug point when installing new wiring or rewiring. The final price depends on the number of points/double points installed, materials used, site (business or residential), and location. On average, expect to be charged between R500 and R800 for a double plug point.
Get quotesThis is the price per light or plug point when installing new wiring or rewiring. The final price depends on the number of points installed, materials used, site (business or residential), and location. For plug or light point, expect to pay between R400 and R600.
Get quotesThis is the price of an electrical certificate of compliance (Electrical CoC) of an average house. The price varies depending on the location, condition, size of the installation, and type of property.. Electrical CoC costs range between R900 and R1900 with an average of R1400.
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I need the Aircon to be disconnected from the DB. It leaks but tenants continue using it
Refridgerator keeps tripping when plugged in
2 bedroom apartment ; the tenant exited but left the place in a state . the bedrooms need replacement lamps and bulb Kitchen and bathroom - Id like fluorescent LEDs fitted . The geyser has an isolator switch which needs to be replaced and relocated. Currently its too close to the tap.
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Good Morning, We would like to convert our current lights to LED in all classrooms as well as the parking area. We would like to invite you to visit our school for inspection in order to give us a quote. Thank you very much. Kind Regards,
Water not flowing through in Bosch dishwasher
Flood damage to Outbuilding (Flatlet). Electrical assessment and repairs required.