How much does electrical work cost in Los Angeles, CA?
In Greater LA, CA, electrical work on FinerNest is priced by the unit — per square foot, per fixture, per door — so you compare real rates instead of chasing quotes. Below are 13 electrical services priced from the rates local pros actually charge, plus the pros who do them.
Electrical prices in Los Angeles
The rates Los Angeles pros actually publish on FinerNest (from 9 local pros). Labor + consumables; larger materials (drywall, lumber, fixtures, tile, etc.) are billed at cost or supplied by you. Where pros differ, you’ll see a range.
| Service | What it includes | Local rate |
|---|---|---|
Ceiling fan install (existing fixture) Existing box | Mount, wire, balance | $100–$200 per unit |
Ceiling fan install (new location) New wiring | Run wire, box, mount | $206–$300 per unit |
Recessed light install (new) New cans | Cut, wire, install can, trim | $100–$150 per can |
Recessed light replace (retrofit) Replace existing | Swap to LED retrofit | $50–$60 per can |
Outlet / switch replace Replace | Replace device with same type | $25–$85 per outlet |
Outlet / switch new install New wiring | Run wire, box, terminate, trim | $100–$200 per outlet |
USB / smart outlet install | Replace existing with USB or smart device | $34–$80 per outlet |
Light fixture install (replace) Replace | Disconnect, install, test | $69–$85 per fixture |
Light fixture install (new location) New wiring | Wire, box, hang, finish | $172–$200 per fixture |
Smoke / CO detector — battery (replace existing) Battery | Remove old, mount new, test | $20–$50 per unit |
Smoke / CO detector — hardwired Hardwired | Replace or install hardwired with battery backup | $50–$80 per unit |
EV charger install — Level 2 Level 2 | Mount charger, run dedicated 240V circuit | $344–$800 per project |
Electrical panel upgrade Panel upgrade | 100A → 200A or panel replacement | $687 per panel |
Rates update as pros adjust them. Your final price is locked before work starts.
Electrical pros in Los Angeles
6 pros offering electrical work near Los Angeles. Compare their published rates and book the one whose work you trust.
Electrical cost FAQ — Los Angeles
How much does electrical work cost in Los Angeles, CA?
Electrical work in Los Angeles is priced by the unit rather than as one lump bid — each service has its own rate (per sq ft, per fixture, per door, and so on). The price table above lists current Los Angeles rates for 13 electrical services, and your price is locked before work starts.
Why is FinerNest pricing different from a regular quote?
Instead of bidding, Los Angeles pros publish fixed per-unit rates for each electrical service. You see and compare real prices before booking, and your price is locked before work starts — extras only apply if something hidden turns up, with photo evidence.
Are there electrical pros available near Los Angeles?
Yes — 6 pros are currently offering electrical work near Los Angeles, each with published rates and reviewable work.
What electrical services can I book in Los Angeles?
FinerNest lists 13 electrical services in Los Angeles, each with its own per-unit rate — from common fixes to larger projects. Browse the full price table above.