15/06/2026
Melzon electrical electrician charges vary depending on the complexity of the task, ranging from KSh 200 for minor repairs to over KSh 150,000 for complete building installations. Melzon freelance electricians (fundis) typically charge cheaper rates than certified engineering firms. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
The breakdown below outlines what Melzon electricians charge across different service categories:
1. Per-Point Wiring Rates (New Buildings) [1]
For residential or commercial properties under construction, most local fundis charge per point (each individual switch, socket, or light bulb location): [1, 2]
Conduiting / Piping stage: KSh 150 – KSh 300 per point.
Wiring & Fitting stage: KSh 200 – KSh 400 per point.
Combined Rate (Piping to Final Fitting): KSh 400 – KSh 700 per point (labor only).
2. Common Domestic Labor Charges
For standalone installations and upgrades, electricians generally use flat-rate pricing: [1, 2]
Service Type [1, 3, 5, 6]Estimated Cost Range (KSh)NotesFault Finding / InspectionKSh 500 – KSh 2,000Tracing power blackouts or short circuits.Socket / Switch InstallationKSh 300 – KSh 1,000 per unitReplacing or adding a new wall switch/socket.Light Fixture / ChandelierKSh 500 – KSh 3,000 per unitInstalling normal bulbs, LED panels, or heavy chandeliers.Instant Shower Heater InstallationKSh 1,500 – KSh 3,500Includes running a dedicated cable from the consumer unit.Consumer Unit / Main Switch BoxKSh 4,000 – KSh 10,000Mounting and wiring the main breaker box panel.
3. Full Project Packages (Labor Only)
If you are wiring an entire home or shop paying a lump sum is much more affordable than paying per item: [1, 2]
Single-room shop / Bedsitter: KSh 3,000 – KSh 7,000.
One-Bedroom House: KSh 8,000 – KSh 15,000.
Two to Three-Bedroom House: KSh 20,000 – KSh 45,000.
Note: Total costs involving materials, cabling, and EPRA approvals can push full house systems between KSh 80,000 and KSh 250,000
