Electrical proposal examples
Real electrical proposal examples — scope, pricing, and structure
Two complete electrical proposal examples below — a service upgrade and an EV charger install — showing exactly what scope, line items, and terms a professional proposal includes. Or generate your own with AI in minutes.
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Electrical proposal examples
Example: 200A Residential Service Upgrade
Scope of work
Upgrade existing 100A electrical service to 200A. Work includes: removal of existing meter socket, service entrance conductors, and 100A main panel; installation of new 200A meter socket (utility-approved), 200A service entrance cable, 200A main breaker panel (Square D QO240L200PG, 40-circuit), and grounding electrode system per NEC 250. Existing 100A subpanel to remain; install new 50A feeder from new main panel to subpanel. Coordinate with utility for service disconnect and reconnect. Pull required permits; all work to code.
Line items
| Description | Qty | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| 200A meter socket (utility-approved) | 1 | ea |
| 200A service entrance cable (2-2-2-4 AL SER) | 1 | lot |
| Square D QO240L200PG 200A main panel | 1 | ea |
| Grounding electrode system (ground rod, clamps, conductor) | 1 | lot |
| 50A feeder to existing subpanel | 1 | lot |
| Labor — service upgrade, panel swap, grounding | 1 | lot |
| Permit and inspection fees | 1 | lot |
Terms
30% deposit due at scheduling. Balance due upon completion. Work performed per local code and NEC. Price valid for 30 days.
Example: Level 2 EV Charger Installation
Scope of work
Install one (1) Level 2 EV charging outlet for customer-supplied charger. Work includes: run 6/3 NM-B cable from new 50A 2-pole breaker in existing main panel to garage; install NEMA 14-50 outlet (flush-mounted, weatherproof if exposed); install 50A breaker in existing panel. Customer to supply and install Level 2 charger unit. Pull required permits.
Line items
| Description | Qty | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| 50A 2-pole breaker (Square D QO250) | 1 | ea |
| 6/3 NM-B cable | 1 | lot |
| NEMA 14-50 outlet (weatherproof) | 1 | ea |
| Labor — circuit run, outlet, breaker install | 1 | lot |
| Permit and inspection fees | 1 | lot |
Terms
No deposit required for jobs under $500. Payment due upon completion. Price valid for 30 days.
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Anatomy of a professional electrical proposal
Every section in the examples above serves a purpose. Here's what each one does and why it matters.
Header: contractor information
Company name, license number, insurance, contact details. Clients verify credentials before signing — a professional header signals you're legitimate and sets the tone.
Client and site details
Client name, billing address, job site address (if different). For commercial work: company name, suite/unit number, authorized contact.
Scope of work
The most important section. Every task, material, and NEC reference spelled out. Compare the two examples above — both are specific enough that a client knows exactly what they're approving and a permit reviewer can assess the work.
Materials and line items
Itemized list of significant materials with brand/model where relevant. This prevents the "why is this so expensive?" conversation and protects you if pricing changes.
Total price and payment terms
Deposit amount and due date, balance due trigger (completion, inspection, etc.), and accepted payment methods. Clear payment terms prevent late payments.
Exclusions
What is NOT included — asbestos abatement, drywall patching, utility company work, permit fees (if billed separately). Explicit exclusions prevent scope creep.
Validity period
"Price valid for 30 days" protects you from being held to a quote when material prices or your schedule has changed.
Signature block
Client name, signature, and date. This converts the proposal into a binding agreement. An e-signature is legally equivalent to a wet signature in all 50 US states.
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