What is the cost for installing a light switch in your home?

Example 1: Affordable installation of simple light switches

💰 Price paid: £17
⏳ Duration: 1 hour

Let’s start with a relatively simple job: replacing 2 basic light switches.

Here, a client in Leeds found a provider who installed the light switches in just one hour for only £17... Quite a bargain!

This low price is possible because Yoojo connects you with service providers who live right next to you.

💡Tip: I recommend buying your light switches yourself, but if you have any questions, you can ask the service providers directly through the integrated Yoojo messaging system.

Example 2: Request for diagnostics for a non-working switch

💰 Price paid: £16
⏳ Duration: 1 hour

Just need an expert’s opinion?

On Yoojo, you’ll definitely find a knowledgeable neighbour who can come by at a low cost to diagnose your issue. That’s exactly what this client in Manchester did, paying just £16 for a diagnostic… Convenient!

Later on, you can hire the same person again through Yoojo if you decide to move forward, and benefit from all our insurance and protections.

Example 3: Installation of double light switches

💰 Price paid: £43
⏳ Duration: 2 hours

This client’s case is interesting because this double switch installation was a bit more challenging than most jobs requested on Yoojo.

This is why the client booked their service provider for 2 hours. Not necessarily because the installation takes a full 2 hours, but to ensure they had enough time in the provider’s schedule, just in case it took longer than expected.

💡 Yoojo Tip: On Yoojo, you pay for the completion of the job. The prices proposed will cover the full scope of the task. However, it’s important to book enough time in the provider’s schedule to ensure the job is done properly… It’s better to reserve too much time than not enough.

Example 4: A cost-effective two-way switch installation

💰 Price paid: £15
⏳ Duration: 1 hour

Two-way switch installations are among the most commonly requested jobs on Yoojo.

Here, the installation was so straightforward that the client paid only £15!

How is this possible?

Yoojo is a platform that connects neighbours. This means you’ll find a service provider living just around the corner to handle all the small jobs that a traditional tradesperson might not even consider.

Example 5: Installing an outdoor switch

💰 Price paid: £39
⏳ Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Let’s step outside into the garden. Why not install a switch at the same time as setting up your outdoor lighting? 

In this example, the client needed a task that required specific skills. Fortunately, on Yoojo, you can check the profile of each service provider offering their help.

You’ll find details like their years of experience, qualifications, available tools, the number of jobs they’ve completed on Yoojo, and most importantly, reviews and ratings from previous clients… Finding the right provider has never been easier!

Example 6: Installation of a differential switch

💰 Price paid: £34
⏳ Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

I wanted to highlight this example to focus on a crucial point: what should you include in your job post?

The best way to attract top-notch handymen is to provide as much detail as possible in your post.

The more complete your job post, the better your chances of receiving the most competitive quotes from service providers.

💡 Tip: You may have noticed that the job took 30 minutes longer than the time initially booked by the provider. With Yoojo, you can easily book extra time directly from your client portal if your provider needs more time to finish the job.

Example 7: Installing all the light switches in the house

💰 Price paid: £110
⏳ Duration: 7 hours

Let’s wrap up this list of price examples with something a bit different: replacing all the light switches in an old house!

While Yoojo is best known for its small home repair services between individuals, you can also find professionals for larger, more complex jobs.

In this case, there were 20 light switches and 40 plugs to replace... A big task that took 7 hours for £110. Quite a bargain when you think about it!