What is the Average Cost of an Electrical Drawing?

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The cost of an electrical drawing can vary greatly depending on the level of detail and services required. The complexity of the electrical system, the number of circuits and components, and the need for electrical load calculations or One-Line diagrams are some of the factors that can affect the cost. Other factors that can also impact the cost include the size of the project, location, and the specific requirements of the client.

On average, it takes about 8-60 hours of work to complete an electrical drawing and the cost can vary from a few hundred dollars to several thousand dollars depending on the complexity of the project. However, it's important to note that the cost of an electrical drawing may be waived in certain cases, such as when the project is not too complex or when the client already has a good set of drawings.

A quick breakdown of the average cost of an electrical drawing can be as follows:

1. 1-4 Hours for Field Measurements.
2. 5-45 Hours to Draft Up the Plans.
3. 1-2 Hours Re-Check the Drafted Set in The Field.
4. 1-6 Hours to Make Corrections and Finalize the Plans. For example, a small job like a kitchen remodel may cost around 8 hours x $135.00 = $1080* A medium job like a basement remodel may cost around 15 hours x $135.00 = $2025* A large job like a house may cost around 26 hours x $135.00 = $3510* A very large job like a multi-family building may cost around 60 hours x $135.00 = $8100*

It's also worth noting that some companies may offer free electrical drawings in certain cases, such as when the company is contracted to do the electrical work and gets the bid. However, this offer may vary depending on the company's policy and the complexity of the project, so it's best to clarify with the company about their policy on free electrical drawings and the criteria for getting it.

If you already have professional drawings of your building or project and only need the electrical systems to be added, the cost of the electrical drawing would be reduced significantly. 

This is because the majority of the work such as measurements, layout, and architectural details have already been done, and the electrical team would only need to focus on adding the electrical systems to the existing drawings. 

The cost reduction will vary depending on the complexity of the project, but it's usually around 50%. It's best to call and get more details regarding the cost for this type of service.