Whether you are planning a single-room remodel or wiring an entire custom home, understanding the cost of electrical outlet installation is critical. CountBricks combines AI voice technology with real-time material pricing to give contractors and homeowners instant clarity. Below, our residential specialists break down every factor that moves the number on your estimate.
• Receptacle type—standard, GFCI, AFCI, USB, or smart outlets all carry different price tags
• Electrical box and cover plate materials
• Wire gauge and length required between panel and point of use
• Labor rates tied to local residential codes and union scales
• Drywall patching and paint touch-up after the electrician leaves
• 15-amp standard receptacle: $1.20–$2.50 each
• GFCI outlet for kitchens & baths: $14–$24 each
• Smart outlet with Wi-Fi control: $28–$48 each
• Metal remodel box: $2–$4 each
• NM-B 12/2 cable per foot: $0.55–$0.80
Because CountBricks syncs directly with national suppliers each morning, your estimate always references today’s prices—not last quarter’s catalog. View the full catalog at CountBricks.com/services.
Portland-area residential electricians average $85–$110 per hour. A straightforward new-construction outlet can be roughed-in and trimmed out in 20–30 minutes, while a retrofit that requires fishing wire through finished walls may take 60–90 minutes. CountBricks automatically calculates labor by task complexity and applies your own crew rates so your margin stays intact.
1. Standard duplex: $55–$85 installed
2. GFCI or AFCI: $90–$140 installed
3. USB combo: $100–$145 installed
4. Smart outlet: $125–$185 installed
These figures include materials, labor, and a 15% contractor overhead that CountBricks inserts by default. Adjust overhead percentages in your project settings anytime.
• In open-stud framing, electricians can bundle multiple outlets per circuit run, often dropping per-outlet cost by 25–35%
• In finished spaces, demolition, fishing, and patching can add $40–$75 per outlet
CountBricks AI blueprint takeoffs recognize wall status layers, automatically tagging outlets behind finished surfaces so your quote reflects the extra time.
• Panel upgrades when amperage is maxed out
• Permit fees—Portland averages $45–$90 for minor electrical work
• Disposal of drywall debris
CountBricks keeps a running subtotal of these line items so there are no surprises on the final invoice.
1. Speak naturally—describe rooms and outlet counts in a live voice session
2. Watch AI convert speech into structured tasks and material lists
3. Review dynamic pricing fed from leading suppliers
4. Approve or tweak labor factors, overhead, and profit
5. Export a branded PDF quote or invoice in one click
• Bundle GFCI outlets near wet zones on the same home-run to save copper
• Offer USB or smart upgrades as selectable add-ons in your proposal to boost ticket value
• Schedule outlet rough-in before insulation to trim labor by up to 20%
• Photograph wall locations and attach images inside CountBricks so field crews hit exact spots
• Use CountBricks change-order voice commands when homeowners request last-minute moves
• 34 standard outlets @ $70: $2,380
• 6 GFCI outlets @ $115: $690
• Drywall patch & paint allowances: $480
• Permit & inspection: $75
Total projected cost: $3,625
This breakdown was produced with CountBricks takeoff tools in under eight minutes—no spreadsheets, no manual SKU entry.
Accurate electrical outlet pricing helps you protect profit, win more bids, and keep clients happy. Create your free account today at CountBricks.com/consultation and see how fast precise estimating can be.
When the Johnson family purchased a 1920s Craftsman in southeast Portland, one of the first complaints was a shortage of grounded outlets. CountBricks partnered with their general contractor to replace 18 two-prong receptacles, add four GFCI outlets in the kitchen, and install two smart outlets for holiday lighting control.
• Voice scope session lasted 6 minutes—homeowner simply walked room-to-room describing needs
• CountBricks AI recognized knob-and-tube wiring flags and suggested an 8-hour labor adder for safe demolition
• Live supplier feed identified a 12% discount on tamper-resistant duplex outlets, automatically updating the quote
• Permit, inspection, and wall repair costs appeared as separate tasks, giving the homeowner full transparency
Original contractor spreadsheet estimate: $4,150
CountBricks AI estimate: $3,780
Savings: $370 (9%), achieved by optimized wire routing and bulk material pricing.
• Early discovery of existing wiring hazards avoids mid-project change orders
• Transparent cost of electrical outlet tasks builds trust and speeds approvals
• Offering smart-outlet upgrades created an extra $260 in revenue with minimal labor increase
Want the same speed and accuracy on your next outlet run? Visit CountBricks.com/services to schedule a live demo. Our residential specialists will show you how AI voice estimating, blueprint takeoffs, and instant invoicing can transform the way you price every receptacle, switch, and fixture.
