Outlets & switches 5 star rated on Google License #1116554
Outlet installation in Bakersfield
Pricing and availability updated for April 2026
Outlets and switches are the part of your home you touch every day, so they have to be safe and code-correct. We add new outlets, replace worn or burnt ones, install GFCI/AFCI protection where today’s code requires it, and run dedicated circuits for kitchens, garages, and offices. We serve Bakersfield and all of Kern County for residential outlet and switch work. Give us a call.
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Typical costs to install or replace outlets & switches
Add an outlet or switch
Starting at $185+
Single outlet or switch on an existing circuit, easy access, no drywall surprises.
Multiple devices or new circuit
Varies
Multiple outlets, dedicated circuits, kitchen or garage upgrades, or panel work—priced after we walk the site.
Most simple add-an-outlet jobs start around $185+, but the final price depends on access, GFCI/AFCI requirements, and whether a new circuit is needed. For full-home rewires or panel-side work we coordinate with electrical panel upgrades.
3 Factors That Affect Your Final Cost
- Wall access: open walls vs fishing wire through finished drywall, with patch & paint
- Protection type: standard, tamper-resistant, GFCI, or AFCI/GFCI dual-function (kitchens & garages add cost)
- New circuit vs existing: tapping an existing circuit is fast; a new dedicated run from the panel adds wire, breaker, and panel time
Why Homeowners Choose Electrical ASAP
Outlets and switches look simple—but the wrong device, the wrong circuit, or a missed GFCI requirement is how kitchens and garages catch fire. We do this work the way it’s supposed to be done.
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Code-correct protection
GFCI in kitchens, baths, garages, outdoors. AFCI where required. We don’t skip the parts that keep you safe.
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Clean install
Tight terminations, secure boxes, and clean cover plates—no “loose enough” connections that work for a year and fail in the wall.
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Licensed & insured
Electrical ASAP is licensed and insured (CA C-10 #1116554).
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Give us a call and we'll help you get your appliance safely powered up.
Testimonials: What our neighbors are saying
Real homeowners we’ve installed outlets and switches for in Bakersfield and Kern County:
5 out of 5 stars
“Needed three new outlets in our garage for tools and a freezer. Electrical ASAP showed up on time, ran a dedicated 20-amp circuit, and everything looks factory-clean. Would call them again in a heartbeat.”
5 out of 5 stars
“One of our kitchen outlets had been getting warm and we were nervous. They came out, replaced it with a proper GFCI, and found a loose connection upstream we didn’t even know about. Probably saved us a fire.”
5 out of 5 stars
“Wanted USB outlets in our bedrooms and the dimmer switch fixed in the hallway. Easy to schedule, fair price, all done in one visit. Professional from start to finish.”
Process
How to get service
Give us a call
Tell us where you need the outlet or switch and what it’s for—we’ll get the next step scheduled.
We come take a look and quote it on the spot
We check the circuit, the wall, and the panel side where it matters—then give you a clear, upfront price before any work begins.
We install it the same day
Once you approve the quote, most outlet and switch jobs can be completed the same visit—cleanly, code-correct, and fully tested.
Need an outlet or switch added today? Give us a call and we’ll get it scheduled.
Call (661) 293-0213Common outlet & switch questions
Quick answers to the questions we hear most—each one links to a full guide.
GFCI vs standard outlet — which do I need?
GFCI is required in kitchens, bathrooms, garages, laundry, outdoors, and most basements. Standard outlets are still fine in bedrooms and living rooms. We confirm what your room needs before we replace anything.
Read the full guide 15-amp or 20-amp — what’s the difference?
20-amp outlets have a horizontal slot and run on heavier 12-gauge wire. Kitchens, garages, and laundry usually need 20-amp. Bedrooms and living rooms typically use 15-amp. Mismatched amperage trips breakers or overheats.
Read the full guide
Do I need a dedicated circuit for this outlet?
High-draw devices (microwaves, space heaters, window AC, garage tools) often need their own circuit so they don’t trip a shared breaker. We confirm what your appliance pulls and whether your panel has space for a new run.
Read the full guideWorking with Electrical ASAP vs. Handyman / DIY
| Feature | Working with Electrical ASAP | Handyman / DIY |
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| Device choice | Right outlet/switch for the room: GFCI, AFCI, tamper-resistant, 15A vs 20A | Whatever was on the shelf at the hardware store |
| Connection | Tight, code-correct terminations torqued to spec | Backstabbed wires that loosen and overheat in the wall |
| Circuit | Verified the existing circuit can handle the new load | Added load to an already-stressed circuit—future trips & heat |
| Compliance | Code-aligned for kitchens, baths, garages, exterior, AFCI rooms | Missed GFCI/AFCI requirements that fail city inspection |
| Liability | Fully Licensed & Insured (CA C-10 #1116554) | Liability sits on you if anything goes wrong |
FAQ
Outlet & switch questions
How much does it cost to add a new outlet?
A simple outlet added to an existing nearby circuit usually starts around $185+. Costs go up if we need to fish wire through finished walls, add GFCI/AFCI protection, or run a new dedicated circuit.
Do I need a GFCI outlet in my kitchen, bathroom, or garage?
Yes—current code requires GFCI protection in kitchens, bathrooms, garages, laundry, outdoors, and most basements. If you’re replacing an old standard outlet in any of these locations, we upgrade it to GFCI.
What’s the difference between a 15-amp and 20-amp outlet?
A 20-amp outlet has a horizontal slot and runs on a 20-amp breaker with heavier 12-gauge wire. Kitchens, garages, and laundry typically need 20-amp circuits. Bedrooms and living rooms usually use 15-amp.
Can I install an outlet myself?
You can—but a wrong connection can overheat, arc, or fail an inspection. For new circuits, GFCI/AFCI requirements, or anything in a kitchen/bath/garage, a licensed electrician is the safer call.
Why does my outlet feel warm or look burnt?
A warm or discolored outlet usually means a loose connection, an overloaded circuit, or a worn-out receptacle. Stop using it and have it replaced—warm outlets are an early fire-warning sign.
Service areas
Service area: Bakersfield + Kern County
We install outlets and switches across Bakersfield and the surrounding Kern County communities. Tell us where you are and we’ll confirm scheduling.
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Call Electrical ASAP at (661) 293-0213 or request a quote and we’ll get it scheduled—often the same day.
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