Cost to Install a GFCI Circuit Breaker
Updated: August 2019
| Item details | Qty | Low | High | |
| Gfci Circuit Breaker Cost Non-discounted retail pricing for: 125V 20A AFCI/GFCI circuit breaker. Residential. UL and CSA rated. | 1 breaker | $43.62 | $53.62 | |
| Gfci Circuit Breaker Labor, Basic Basic labor to install gfci circuit breaker with favorable site conditions. Turn off power. Remove existing breaker at service panel. Install, repower, test and label new GFCI breaker. Includes planning, equipment and material acquisition, area preparation and protection, setup and cleanup. | 1 breaker | $43.62 | $53.62 | |
| Gfci Circuit Breaker Job Supplies Cost of related materials and supplies typically required to install gfci circuit breaker including: connectors, fittings and mounting hardware. | 1 breaker | $43.62 | $53.62 | |
| Unused Minimum Labor Balance of 2 hr(s) minimum labor charge that can be applied to other tasks. | ||||
| Totals - Cost To Install Gfci Circuit Breaker | ||||
| Average Cost per Breaker | ||||
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For a basic project in zip code 47474 with 1 breaker, the cost to Install a GFCI Circuit Breaker starts at $223 - $270 per breaker. Actual costs will depend on job size, conditions, size options.
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Cost to Install a GFCI Circuit Breaker - Notes and General Information
These estimates are for BASIC work performed in serviceable conditions by qualified trade professionals using MID GRADE materials. Work not mentioned on this page and/or work using master craftsman, premium materials and project supervision will result in HIGHER COSTS!
These estimates are NOT substitutes for written quotes from trade professionals. Homewyse strongly recommends that you contact reputable professionals for accurate assessments of work required and costs for your project - before making any decisions or commitments.
The cost estimate includes:
- Costs for local material / equipment delivery to and service provider transportation to and from the job site.
- Costs to prepare the worksite for GFCI Circuit Installation, including costs to protect existing structure(s), finishes, materials and components.
- Labor setup time, mobilization time and minimum hourly charges that are commonly included for small GFCI Circuit Installation jobs.
The cost estimate does NOT include:
- Costs for removing, relocating, repairing, or modifying existing framing, surfacing, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems - or bringing those systems into compliance with current building codes.
- Costs for testing and remediation of hazardous materials (asbestos, lead, etc).
- General contractor overhead and markup for organizing and supervising the GFCI Circuit Installation. Add 13% to 22% to the total cost above if a general contractor will supervise this project.
- Sales tax on materials and supplies.
- Permit or inspection fees (or portion thereof) required by your local building department for your overall project.
Cost to Install a GFCI Circuit Breaker - Unit Price References
- Unit Pricing Data: Home Depot Electrical Products and Supplies Home Depot, Aug 2019, Website
- Unit Pricing Data: Essential Hardware Electrical Products Essential Hardware, Aug 2019, Website
- Unit Pricing Data: Hardware and Tools Electrical and Lighting Hardware and Tools, Aug 2019, Website
- Unit Pricing Data: Lowes Electrical Products and Supplies Lowes , Aug 2019, Website
- Unit Pricing Data: Better Homes and Gardens Siding Price Guide Westside, Aug 2019, Website
- NECA Manual of Labor Units (MLU) National Electrical Contractors Association, Mar 2011, Editorial Staff
- Cost Estimating Best Practices American Institute of Architects, Nov 2008, AIA East Bay Chapter
- NKBA Kitchen Planner the National Kitchen and Bath Association, Jul 2012,
- Carpentry and Building Construction, Student Text Glencoe/McGraw-Hill; 6th edition, Jan 2003, Mark Feirer, John Feirer, ISBN 007822702X
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