In short: in Perth, a new indoor power point from Nexus Electrical Co is $286 inc GST and a weatherproof outdoor power point is $330 inc GST. Swapping an old single power point for a double, or for one with USB outlets, is usually quicker than adding a new one because the cable is already there. The things that push the price up are a long cable run, a solid brick wall, and an old switchboard with no room for a new circuit.
Power point installation is one of the most common small jobs we do, and it's also one where the price can surprise people if nobody explains what's involved. Here's what you're paying for.
What a power point costs with Nexus Electrical Co
- New indoor power point: $286 inc GST.
- New weatherproof outdoor power point: $330 inc GST.
Every job is a fixed price before we start, so the number you're quoted is the number you pay.
New power point versus swapping an old one
Swapping a single for a double. If you've got a single power point and you're running a powerboard off it, a double is the cheaper and safer fix. The cable is already in the wall, so it's mostly a matter of fitting the new outlet and testing it.
USB power points. Same idea. A double power point with USB-A or USB-C outlets built in replaces the existing one in the same spot. Handy beside the bed, in the kitchen and in the study.
A brand new power point. This is where the time goes. The cable has to be run from an existing circuit or from the switchboard to the new spot, through the roof space or under the floor, and down inside the wall.
What pushes the price up
- Solid brick walls. Most Perth homes are double brick. Running a cable down a cavity wall is quick. Chasing it into a solid internal brick wall and patching it takes longer.
- Distance from the circuit. A new power point next to an existing one is a short job. One on the other side of the house, or out to the shed, is a longer cable run.
- The switchboard. If the board is full, or it's an old ceramic fuse board, there may be nowhere safe to connect new work. We've covered what to do about ceramic fuses and old fuse boards separately.
- Outdoor points. A weatherproof outdoor power point needs a rated cover and, depending on where it goes, a cable run in conduit along the outside wall.
Outdoor power points
Outdoor power points are popular for the patio, the barbecue area, a pool pump or a pond pump, and for anyone thinking about an EV charger down the track. A weatherproof outlet with a proper cover is the only kind that should go outside. A standard indoor power point in a spot that gets rain or reticulation is a safety risk, and an extension lead run out a window isn't much better.
Do it all in one visit
If you've got a list (a double power point here, an outdoor point there, a light that needs replacing), do it all in one booking. It's much cheaper than separate call-outs. We've explained how much an electrician costs in Perth, including when a call-out fee applies and when a fixed price does.
Is it a DIY job?
No. In WA, any work on the fixed wiring, including replacing a power point, has to be done by a licensed electrician. It's not worth the risk, and it can cause problems with your insurance if something goes wrong.
Nexus Electrical Co | Residential Electrician Perth
Nexus Electrical Co is a licensed and insured electrician Perth homeowners have trusted for 6000+ jobs since 2019, based in Balcatta. Fixed price before we start, lifetime workmanship warranty, 100+ Google 5-star reviews. Call (08) 9245 1362, or see our Residential Electrician Perth page.
