What this service involves
Provide a small electrical supply, one or two lights and a few receptacles.
Typical scope and limits: Open framing and approximately 50 ft route. Trench and substantial heating loads excluded.
Who usually needs it
Homeowners powering garages, sheds, workshops, greenhouses or outdoor areas.
Estimated pricing
$1,620–$3,420 per 100–200 sq ft shed
Priced per 100–200 sq ft shed. This is a planning range, not a quote.
Project ranges include labor and standard installation materials unless a listing says otherwise. Hourly rates are labor only, and equipment you supply (such as chargers, fixtures or fans) is not included. Permit fees and sales tax are additional. Estimates are free, including on-site visits.
Electrical work may require openings in walls or ceilings. Drywall patching, texture, and painting are not included and must be arranged with others.
What an electrician evaluates first
- Distance and route, including trenching
- Loads at the structure
- Feeder or branch circuit approach
- Grounding and disconnect needs for separate buildings
Typical work sequence
- Plan the route and loads
- Trench or route conduit
- Install feeder or circuits and equipment
- Inspection before backfill where required
- Final connections
Access and disruption
Trenching disturbs lawn and landscaping; restoration beyond backfill is arranged with others. Utility locates are required before digging.
Permits and inspection
New circuits, equipment changes and most wiring alterations normally need an electrical permit and inspection. In Washington, Labor & Industries issues electrical permits except in cities that run their own electrical program, so the permitting authority depends on the property address rather than the mailing city. True confirms the correct authority before work starts. Permit fees are additional to the estimate.
Helpful, safe photos
The path between the house and the structure, and the closed main panel. Only photograph what is safely visible — never remove electrical covers.
Related True Wire work
Photos from related projects; they are not necessarily this exact service.
Questions
How deep does a trench need to be?
It depends on the wiring method and location. True plans the depth for the specific route.
Can an extension cord power my shed?
Not as a permanent solution. A permanent circuit or feeder is the safe approach.
Not sure what you need?
Send a photo. Ask a certified electrician.
Not sure what you need? Send a photo and tell True what’s going on or what you’d like to change. Get help understanding your options and the next step.
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What happens next
Tell us what you’re working on. True will review your request and respond by your preferred contact method. Together, we’ll determine whether the next step is advice based on your photos, a visit, or an estimate. Estimates are free, including on-site visits.