Switch And Outlet Repair costs
Compare the project, repair and planning references below before choosing the work for your property. Confirm measurements, existing conditions and the services included in each proposal.
Cost scope: Benchmarks were reviewed October 24, 2026. Figures apply to the scope and market named by each reference. City/state examples outside Portland Metro are not Portland quotes. Labor, equipment, recurring expenses and complete projects are different budgets.
Installation and project costs
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| Project or reference | Published benchmark | Basis and scope |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical outlet repair cost | $80 – $200 | cost to fix an outlet |
| Cost to ground an outlet or a house | $100 – $300 | cost to ground one outlet |
| Cost to ground an outlet or a house | $90 – $200 | cost to replace ungrounded outlet with GFCI outlet |
| Cost to replace an outlet | $80 – $200 | cost to replace one electrical outlet |
| Cost to replace an outlet | $1,200 – $2,600 | cost to replace all outlets (entire house) |
| Cost to replace an outlet | $2,400 – $5,100 | cost to replace all light switches and outlets (entire house) |
| Cost to replace outlet covers | $5.50 – $30.00 | cost per indoor outlet cover (installed by pro) |
| Cost to replace outlet covers | $10.00 – $30.00 | cost per outdoor outlet cover (installed by pro) |
Related RemodelRates cost guides
- Electrical outlet repair cost
- Cost to ground an outlet or a house
- Cost to replace an outlet
- Cost to replace outlet covers
Explore the related RemodelRates guides for project benchmarks and planning details.
Before requesting bids
Share measurements, photos, location, existing conditions and the desired result. Ask for a written scope covering preparation, permits, removal, material specifications, installation, disposal and finish repairs where relevant. Compare bids using the same quantities and exclusions.
Material cost
Purchase-only prices below are not complete installed totals. Confirm quantities, delivery and product specifications. Do not add these to totals already including materials.
| Project or reference | Published benchmark | Basis and scope |
|---|---|---|
| Cost to replace outlet covers | $0.50 – $20.00 | cost per outlet cover (materials only) |