How Much Does It Cost to Install a New Socket?
£80 – £200
per socket
Installing a new socket costs between £80 and £200 per socket depending on where the supply cable needs to run from and how difficult the route is. Adding a socket on the same wall as an existing one is at the lower end; running cable through walls, under floors, or on a new circuit adds both materials and labour time.
Average cost
£80 – £200
per socket
Prices vary by region, property type and tradesperson. Always get at least two quotes.
What affects the price?
Cable routing - surface-mounted conduit is cheapest; chasing into plasterwork or running under floors adds £30-£80 per socket
New circuit vs spur - adding a socket as a spur from an existing ring main is cheapest; a new dedicated circuit from the consumer unit costs more
Socket type - a standard double socket costs £5-£15; USB combo sockets or weatherproof outdoor sockets cost £20-£50
Consumer unit capacity - if there are no spare ways in the consumer unit, an upgrade may be needed before a new circuit can be added
Labour vs materials
Most electricians charge £80-£150 for the first socket including call-out, with discounts for additional sockets on the same visit. Materials are a small proportion of the total cost.
Questions to ask your tradesperson
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