Need Electrical Outlet Installation or Repair?
It's Gotta Be Reliable

The cost to install or repair an outlet depends on the following factors:

• The condition of your wiring: If the electrician finds that your wiring needs to be repaired or replaced, the total cost of the outlet repair or replacement will increase.

• Adding an outlet in a new location: If no wiring exists in the new location, such as a basement, the cost to install the outlet will increase because the electrician will have to add wiring from the electric panel to the new outlet.

• The type of replacement outlet you choose: Grounded outlets (found in kitchens and bathrooms) cost more to install than standard outlets. Additionally, smart outlets will cost more to install than a standard 3-prong outlet because they have advanced technology.

1. Your outlet plate is cracked or damaged: Exposed wires are a safety hazard, so you should replace your outlet if you can see the wires behind the plate.

2. Your plug won't stay in: This is a sign the mechanisms inside your outlet are worn down, so you'll likely need to replace that outlet.

3. You have a two-pronged outlet: These outlets are outdated and should be upgraded to a three-pronged outlet.

4. Your outlet is very hot to the touch: If the heat is uncomfortably hot (a little warmth is normal), then something isn't working right in your outlet, which means it needs to be repaired or replaced.

5. You see sparks, smell a burning odor or hear buzzing from your outlet: These are all warning signs that something is wrong with your outlet. Call an electrician immediately if you notice any of these signs.