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Electricians

Find and hire local electricians near you

Whether it's a faulty power point or a full switchboard upgrade, our local electricians are ready to quote and get the job done.

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Checked before they quote you

Verified ABNs

Every electrician has their ABN checked when they join us, so you know who you are dealing with before they quote.

Jobs free to post

Posting a job costs nothing and takes about a minute. Most homeowners hear back the same day.

Licensed experts

We verify the trade licences required in your state, so the person who turns up is qualified for the work.

What we cover

Common electrical jobs

Hiring an electrician on our platform is easy. Just tell us what's going on and we'll match you with local electricians near you.

Common electrical jobs we can help with include:

  • Lighting installation and repairs, including downlights, pendants and outdoor lighting
  • Power point installation, replacement and repairs
  • Smoke alarm installation, replacement and compliance checks
  • Switchboard upgrades and safety switch installation
  • Electrical fault finding and diagnostics
  • Ceiling fan installation and repairs
  • Surge protection and switchboard surge protectors
  • EV charger installation
  • Data and network cabling
  • Meter box relocations and upgrades
  • Emergency call-outs for sparking, tripped circuits or power outages
  • Bathroom heater, fan and light unit installation
  • Rewiring and general electrical maintenance
  • Commercial and residential electrical fit-outs

Whether you need an emergency electrician ASAP or if it's something you've been meaning to sort out, post your job within minutes and get quotes from local electricians ready to help.

Where we work

Electricians across Australia

If you're searching for an electrician, we connect homeowners across Australia with local electrical professionals.

We service homes all around Australia, helping connect you with electricians in:

  • Sydney and greater NSW, including the Blue Mountains, Central Coast and Hunter Region
  • Melbourne and regional Victoria, including Geelong, Ballarat and the Mornington Peninsula
  • Brisbane and South East Queensland, including the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast
  • Perth and Western Australia, including Mandurah and the South West
  • Adelaide and South Australia, including the Adelaide Hills and Barossa Valley
  • Canberra and the ACT
  • Hobart and Tasmania
  • Darwin and the Northern Territory

No matter where you're located, our network of local electricians means help is never far away. From inner-city apartments to regional properties, we match you with electricians who understand local wiring standards, council requirements and the practical realities of your area.

Ready to hire an electrical expert today? Post your job for free and we'll connect you with our network of electricians, wherever you are in Australia.

How it works

From faulty power point to booked in, in four steps

1

Post your job for free

Describe what you need help with and answer a few quick questions. You can even upload a photo.

2

Get quotes from our network of electricians

Once your job is posted, we alert electrical experts near you so they can assess your job and provide quotes.

3

Compare and hire the best electrician for your job

Compare profiles, quotes and verified reviews to find the best fit.

4

Get the job done

Your electrician attends your home and completes the work.

Free, no obligation to hire.
The work

What electricians can help with

Electricians on trades.com.au help homeowners and businesses with everything from small repairs to full electrical upgrades. Got a power point that has stopped working? A light that keeps flickering? Or a switchboard that needs replacing? Our network of reliable electricians can diagnose the issue and get it fixed properly.

If something feels urgent, our emergency electricians near me can respond quickly to faults, sparking, burning smells or sudden power loss. These issues shouldn't wait, and a licensed electrician can assess the situation, explain what's happening and carry out safe repairs.

For less urgent work, electricians can help with planned upgrades and installations, such as new lighting, ceiling fans, EV chargers, data cabling or additional power points for a renovation or extension. They can also handle compliance work like smoke alarm installations and safety switch checks, so your home meets current electrical standards.

Not sure exactly what's wrong? That's fine. You don't need the technical term for the fault before you post your job. Simply describe what you're experiencing, and we'll connect you with a licensed local electrician who can identify the cause and recommend the right fix.

From one-off repairs to larger jobs, our goal is to make it simple to find the right electrician near me, get a fair quote, and have the work done safely and properly the first time.

Questions

Electrician FAQs

Yes. If you're dealing with an urgent electrical issue such as sparking, a burning smell, a sudden power outage or a safety switch that keeps tripping, you can post your job and connect with emergency electricians near me who can respond quickly. Availability depends on your location and the electrician's schedule, so it's best to post your job as soon as the issue arises.