When it comes to electricians' rates, there are a few factors to consider.
Service call rates
cover the electrician's travel time and expenses and remain the same even if the job lasts less than an hour. Most electricians charge a minimum of 1 to 2 hours or add a service call fee to the first hour. Additionally, many electricians charge a non-refundable deposit or travel fee if the job is canceled after the electrician arrives at the job site.Emergency service may also incur an additional fee, with electricians charging 1 to 2 times more on weekends, holidays, or any time outside normal business hours. The average electrician salary varies by state. Certain states, such as Washington, Alaska, Hawaii, Massachusetts and Oregon, have higher average electrician salaries, while others, such as Oklahoma, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida and Mississippi, have lower average electrician salaries. With this information in mind, you can get the most cost-effective service possible. Lammon Electric is a licensed electrician that provides electrical contracting services in Albany, Troy, Capital District, Latham, Bethlehem, Delmar, NY, Cohoes, Saratoga, and surrounding areas of New York.
