What does it cost?
Real prices for any service, anywhere in the world.
Verified prices from 6 countries · 65 services · 2.5M+ locations
Common questions
How much does a plumber cost?
Plumber prices depend on your country and city. In Australia, expect $80–$200/hr. In the UK, £40–£80/hr. In the US, $75–$200/hr. Emergency and after-hours rates are typically 50–100% higher everywhere. Call-out fees range from $50–$150 on top.
How much does solar panel installation cost?
A 6.6kW solar system costs $4,500–$9,000 in Australia (after STCs), $8,000–$18,000 in the US (before federal tax credit), and £5,000–£10,000 in the UK. Prices vary by state/region — competition and local rebates make a big difference.
How much does skip bin hire cost?
Skip bin (dumpster) hire ranges from $185–$1,400 in Australia, £150–£500 in the UK, and $300–$800 in the US depending on size. A small 2m³ skip starts cheapest. Prices include delivery, collection, and disposal. Street permits cost extra.
How much does an electrician cost?
Electrician rates range from $80–$200/hr in Australia, £40–£70/hr in the UK, and $80–$250/hr in the US. Callout fees vary by region. Small jobs like a power point take 1–2 hours, while a full switchboard upgrade can take a full day.
How accurate are these prices?
We collect real pricing data from verified providers across Australia, the UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, and Ireland. Prices are updated regularly and shown as ranges to reflect genuine market variation. Each service page shows the number of verified quotes behind the data.
What countries does WhatCosts cover?
WhatCosts covers Australia, United Kingdom, United States, Canada, New Zealand, and Ireland. Not every service is available in every country yet — we are expanding coverage continuously. Use the country filter on the homepage to see what is available in your region.
Is WhatCosts available outside Australia?
Yes. WhatCosts covers Australia, United Kingdom, United States, Canada, New Zealand, and Ireland. Use the country filter on the homepage to browse services available in your region. We are continuously expanding coverage.
How do you collect price data?
We run automated data agents that continuously scrape 20+ sources including business directories, completed job boards, and government registers. Data is cross-referenced, verified, and updated daily. Each service page shows the number of verified data points behind the prices shown.