Electrical Cost Calculator
Budget the electrical scope of a commercial project by building type, size, region and finish level, with options for generators, EV charging and low voltage.
How the electrical cost calculator works
The calculator applies a typical electrical cost per square foot for the building type, adjusted for the region and lighting and finish level.
Options such as an emergency generator, EV charging and low voltage rough-in are added as allowances. The material and labor split is a typical proportion for commercial electrical work.
For bidding, our electrical estimating service counts every device and fixture and measures every feeder from your drawings.
Need a bid-ready number?
Calculators are for budgeting. For bids, we measure your drawings and price every line item in Excel, with marked-up plans.
- All CSI trades
- Local labor and material pricing
- Single-trade estimates from $150
Electrical Cost Calculator: common questions
Can't find your answer? Call (850) 343-4090 or email info@premiumestimatings.com.
What does commercial electrical cost per square foot?
It varies widely by building type, from warehouses at the low end to hospitals at the high end; the calculator shows typical budgets.
Does this include fire alarm?
Fire alarm is usually a separate scope; see our fire alarm estimating service.
Can you estimate my electrical drawings?
Yes. See our electrical estimating service.
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