Before accepting an electrical quote, find out if you are paying for fault finding, labour, materials, or all three.
Electrical work is one area where a low quote can become expensive if the scope is vague. Replacing one socket is not comparable with tracing a fault or wiring an entire building.
There is no single official Nigerian price list for this service. The figures below are planning ranges compiled from 2026 Nigerian market and labour-cost references. They are not Worker.NG prices, and a real quote can be higher or lower after the job is inspected.
At a glance: what you might pay
| Job or service | 2026 planning range | What can change it |
|---|---|---|
| Call-out / fault finding | ₦8,000–₦15,000 | Complex faults can take longer |
| Socket, switch or light fitting work | ₦5,000–₦20,000+ | Fittings and rewiring may be extra |
| Per-point installation | ₦4,000–₦10,000+ | Depends on concealed or surface work |
| Rewiring | Quote required | House size, points and wall access matter |
| New-house electrical installation | Quote required | Materials can exceed labour by a wide margin |
Why electrical work should be quoted by scope
Ask how many points are being installed, what cable and accessories are specified, and if chasing walls or conduit work is included. “Wiring the house” is too broad to be a useful quote.
Per-point pricing can be useful, but read the small print
A per-point price can make comparison easier, but check what counts as a point and what materials are excluded.
Safety matters more than saving a few thousand naira
Electrical faults can create fire and shock risks. A quote should not be judged on price alone, and work that requires specialist credentials or testing should be handled appropriately.
Labour is not always the whole bill
One of the easiest mistakes is comparing a labour-only quote with a quote that includes materials. Ask for the two parts separately when possible. It makes the quotation easier to compare and gives you a better idea of where your money is going.
How location affects the price
Prices can differ between Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Ibadan, Kano and smaller cities. Even within one city, travel distance, neighbourhood, access and the type of property can affect what a professional charges. Treat city-level ranges as a guide, not a tariff.
Before you agree to the job
- Ask exactly what the quote covers.
- Separate labour from materials where practical.
- Confirm the measurements, quantities or number of service points.
- Ask about additional charges before work begins.
- For non-emergency work, compare at least two like-for-like quotes.
- Agree on what happens if the scope changes after work starts.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a electrician charge in Nigeria?
There is no single rate. Use the ranges in this guide as a starting point, then ask for a quote based on the exact job, location, materials and scope.
Why are electrician quotes so different?
Quotes may cover different things. Compare labour, materials, transport, preparation, equipment and the actual work included before deciding that one professional is expensive.
Should I choose the cheapest quote?
Not automatically. A useful quote is clear about the work and the items included. For non-emergency jobs, compare like-for-like quotes and ask questions before agreeing.
How these 2026 figures should be used
Prices change with location, material costs, workload and job complexity. Use this guide to sanity-check a quotation and prepare a budget, not as a promise of what any individual artisan will charge.
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