How Much Does Electrical Wiring Cost? — Amsterdam, North Holland

Electrical wiring costs depend heavily on the scope of work — running a single new circuit costs $200–$500, while fully rewiring a 2,000 sq ft house runs $8,000–$20,000+ in the US. In Poland, full rewiring costs PLN 15,000–40,000, and in the Netherlands €6,000–€18,000. Licensed electricians charge $50–$130/hour in the US, and wiring work almost always requires permits and inspections.

Average wiring costs by project type

Project type	Typical cost (USD)
Add a single outlet or switch	$150–$400
Run a new 20-amp circuit	$200–$500
Add a dedicated 240V circuit (EV charger, dryer)	$500–$1,500
Wire a new room or addition	$1,000–$4,000
Rewire a 1,500 sq ft house	$6,000–$15,000
Rewire a 2,500 sq ft house	$10,000–$25,000
Knob-and-tube removal + rewire	$12,000–$30,000+

Sources: HomeAdvisor 2025, Angi, BLS Occupational Employment Statistics.

What affects the cost?

• House age and existing wiring — older homes with knob-and-tube or aluminum wiring cost more to rewire due to removal and code compliance
• Accessibility — open walls during a renovation are far cheaper to wire than fishing cables through finished walls and ceilings
• Number of circuits and outlets — modern code requires more circuits than older homes had (dedicated circuits for kitchens, bathrooms, laundry)
• Wire type — copper Romex (NM-B) is standard; conduit wiring or aluminum requires different labor and materials
• Permits and inspections — most jurisdictions require electrical permits ($50–$500) with rough-in and final inspections
• Panel capacity — if your panel can't support new circuits, a panel upgrade adds $1,500–$4,000

Wiring costs in the United States

US electricians charge $50–$130 per hour for wiring work, with most residential wiring projects quoted as flat-rate jobs. Running a new circuit from the panel to a room costs $200–$500, including wire, breaker, and labor. Full house rewiring typically costs $4–$8 per square foot — a 2,000 sq ft home runs $8,000–$16,000. Homes with lathe-and-plaster walls or limited attic access cost 20–40% more due to the difficulty of pulling wire.

All wiring work requires a licensed electrician in every US state. Get 2–3 detailed quotes that specify wire gauge, circuit count, and whether drywall repair is included. Verify the electrician pulls permits — unpermitted work can void your homeowner's insurance and create problems at resale.

Wiring costs in Poland

Electrical wiring in Poland costs PLN 80–200 per point (punkt — one outlet or switch), or PLN 50–120/m² for full rewiring. A typical 60 m² apartment rewire runs PLN 8,000–18,000; a 120 m² house runs PLN 15,000–35,000. In Warsaw and Kraków, rates trend 20–30% higher. Most Polish electricians quote per-point rather than per-hour.

Electrical work must comply with PN-HD 60364 standards. For work above 1 kV or involving main connections, an electrician needs SEP E1 certification. Get a written kosztorys (cost estimate) before work begins.

Wiring costs in the Netherlands

Dutch electricians charge €45–€85 per hour for wiring work, with full house rewiring running €6,000–€18,000 including BTW (21%). Adding a single outlet or switch costs €100–€300. Typical apartment rewiring (80 m²) costs €5,000–€10,000. Rates in the Randstad are at the top of the range.

Dutch wiring must meet NEN 1010 standards. After major wiring work, an inspection by a recognized body (keuringsinstantie) is recommended. Use an erkend installateur (recognized installer) from Techniek Nederland for reliable workmanship and warranty protection.

How to save on wiring costs

• Combine with renovations — rewiring during a kitchen or bathroom remodel (with walls open) cuts costs 30–50%
• Get multiple quotes — pricing varies 30–40% between electricians for the same scope
• Plan circuits carefully — consolidating runs reduces labor time
• Do cosmetic work yourself — patch drywall and paint after the electrician finishes to save on labor
• Ask about phased work — rewire the most critical areas first if budget is tight