How much does an electrician cost in Ireland?
By The nixers team · Last updated:
A typical electrician call-out in Ireland costs €80–€150, and most small jobs — fitting a socket, swapping a light — land between €90 and €250 once the call-out is included. Bigger jobs cost more: a fuseboard (consumer unit) upgrade is usually €450–€900, and a full rewire runs €3,500–€8,000 depending on the size of the property.
Prices vary by the pro, the job, and where you are in the country. The table below gives typical 2026 ranges so you know roughly what to expect before you ask for a quote.
Typical electrician prices in Ireland (2026)
| Job | Typical price range (2026) |
|---|---|
| Call-out / first hour | €80–€150 |
| Fit or replace a socket or light fitting | €90–€180 |
| Fit an outdoor socket or outdoor light | €120–€250 |
| Replace a fuseboard / consumer unit upgrade | €450–€900 |
| Full house rewire (3-bed semi) | €3,500–€6,500 |
| Full house rewire (larger / 4-bed+ home) | €6,000–€8,000+ |
| EV home charger install (7kW) | €800–€1,500 |
| Electrical safety cert (periodic inspection, RECI/Safe Electric) | €150–€350 |
Figures are typical 2026 estimates for the Republic of Ireland, not fixed quotes. Your price depends on the pro, the job, and your location — always get a written quote before work starts.
What affects the price
Several things move an electrician's price up or down:
- The size and age of the job. Rewiring an old house with hard-to-reach cabling costs far more than fitting a single socket. Older properties often need more work than they first appear to.
- Call-out and travel. Most electricians charge a call-out fee or a minimum first-hour rate. Rural or out-of-hours jobs usually cost more than a weekday city call-out.
- Materials. A fuseboard, EV charger or run of new cable is a real materials cost on top of labour — ask whether the quote includes parts.
- Certification. Work like a fuseboard change or rewire should be certified by a registered electrician (Safe Electric / RECI). Certified work costs a little more and is worth it — it's your safety record.
- Emergency and out-of-hours. A same-day or weekend call-out is priced higher than a scheduled visit.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does an electrician cost in Dublin?
- Dublin prices sit at the higher end of the national ranges. Expect a call-out of about €100–€150, small jobs from €100, and a fuseboard upgrade around €500–€900. Get two or three quotes to compare — nixers lets you message more than one pro at no cost.
- Are the electricians on nixers insured?
- A nixers "Verified" badge means a nixers admin has checked the electrician's trade-register number (Safe Electric or RECI) — it is a registration check, not an insurance check. nixers does not verify insurance. Always ask the electrician directly for proof of insurance before work starts.
- How quickly will I get a quote?
- It depends on the pro. Each nixers profile shows a typical reply time, and you can message several electricians at once to compare quotes faster. Messaging a pro is free.
- Does nixers charge a fee?
- Not to you. Posting and messaging are free, and nixers charges no lead fees and no commission. You find and contact rated electricians directly, agree the price with them, and pay them directly. nixers never takes a cut or handles the payment. The only paid thing on nixers is an optional enhanced listing a pro can buy to stand out.
- Do I need a registered electrician?
- For most fixed electrical work — fuseboards, rewires, new circuits — yes. In Ireland this work should be done and certified by an electrician registered with Safe Electric (RECI or ECSSA). It protects your safety and your home insurance.
Ready to get a quote? Find a rated electrician near you and message them directly. Messaging is free, nixers takes no commission, and you agree the price with the pro.