Installation Costs
- New power point: $150-250 each
- Double power point: $180-280
- USB power point: $200-350
- Outdoor (weatherproof): $250-400
- Relocate existing: $200-350
Factors Affecting Cost
- Access to wiring
- Distance from switchboard
- Wall type (brick vs plaster)
- Single vs double storey
Switchboard Upgrades
May be needed if:
- Adding many new circuits
- Old ceramic fuses
- No safety switch
- Board at capacity
Switchboard upgrade: $800-2,000
When to Add Points
Consider additional points for:
- Home office setup
- Kitchen appliances
- Entertainment areas
- Outdoor areas
- Garage workshops