Outlet and switch cover plate repairs
Replacing missing or damaged cover plates on outlets, switches, junction boxes and outdoor outlets.
Cover plates keep fingers and tools away from the wiring behind outlets and switches. A missing or cracked plate is one of the easiest electrical fixes, and one of the more common findings.
Outdoor outlets need a weatherproof cover, and junction boxes, where wires are joined, always need a cover.
What our reports priced these at
| Work | Most homes | Middle price | Based on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Install a missing outlet cover plate | About $150 | The 13% of homes where it was priced | |
| Replace a damaged outlet cover plate | About $150 | The 7% of homes where it was priced | |
| Replace a damaged switch cover plate | $120 to $150 | $150 | Limited number of homes |
| Install an outdoor outlet cover | $150 to $230 | $150 | Limited number of homes |
| Replace a missing switch cover plate | About $150 | Limited number of homes |
What HomeCloud reports priced this fix at in homes we evaluated Sep 2025 to Oct 2026. The range is the middle half of homes; the middle price is the median. Your price comes from a written estimate for your home.
What affects the price
- How many plates
- Plates are inexpensive. Most of the price is the visit, so doing several at once is the better spend.
- Odd sizes
- Gaps around a box or unusual openings may need an oversized plate or a different style.
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