Electrical Cost Guides
What it costs to upgrade an electrical panel, rewire a house or add lighting.
4 guides. We check the prices against 2026 sources (see how we get our numbers). To compare every project, see the cost index.
How Much Does It Cost to Install Recessed Lighting?
Recessed lights cost $125 to $300 each installed in 2026. Most people pay about $200 a light. See a typical room total and why more lights cost less each.
$125 – $300How Much Does It Cost to Install a Ceiling Fan?
Installing a ceiling fan costs $150 to $600 in 2026. Most people pay about $250. Replacing an old fan costs less than adding one that needs new wiring.
$150 – $600How Much Does It Cost to Upgrade an Electrical Panel?
An electrical panel upgrade costs $1,500 to $6,000 in 2026. Most people pay about $3,000. See if you really need one and what a 200-amp upgrade costs.
$1,500 – $6,000How Much Does It Cost to Rewire a House?
Rewiring a house costs $8,000 to $30,000 in 2026, or $2 to $10 per square foot. Most people pay about $15,000. See cost by home size and when to do it.
$8,000 – $30,000