Hiring an insured electrician avoids the risk of being held responsible in case of an accident.
Always hire an electrician for any electrical job. Different tasks require different expertise, but you can rest assured a professional will always do a top job safely. Below are some handy tips to hire the right sparky at the right price.
Collect the quotations of various electricians and compare their service charge - never hire an unlicensed electrician to save money.
Prioritise hiring a renowned electrician, but they may be a little more expensive. These electricians have decent reviews, a good reputation and are trusted.
Ask people or check online for references of an electrician as these help in finding trusted personnel with a good reputation.
Location | Estimated cost per hour |
|---|---|
Western Australia | $87 |
Tasmania | $80 |
Australian Capital Territory | $79 |
Queensland | $76 |
South Australia | $76 |
Victoria | $69 |
Electricians charge differently for various tasks. For example, installing LED lights costs around $62 to $75, outdoor lights installation costs $70 to $95, fixing a power point is $60 and repairing a meter box costs $250. All these charges are exclusive of the call out fee. Electricians can charge $80 to $100 per hour to perform wiring, usually taking 2 hours. You should spend around $800 for a new switchboard. Rewiring is a complex task and very costly so expect to pay around $3,500 to $8,000 for the complete rewiring of the site. Rewiring a new house can be a bit more expensive, especially if accessing the wires is tricky.
An electrician should provide all the cost estimates of the work before beginning. They must give a rough idea of material and labour expenses separately. Avoid hiring electricians who do not provide cost estimates in advance.
Always have a signed contract after negotiating the prices to avoid any misunderstanding. Get a compliance certificate issued after the completion of the contract.