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Amazing job thanks Talal, great attention to detail.

Outdoor downlight installation

$250

Prompt and professional. On time, task completed as described.

LED Downlight Installation x 24

$500

Ali installed some downlights and did a fantastic job. Very professional and helpful with his advice. Would 100% use him in the future.

Downlight installation

$250

Quick, efficient, excellent service.

Need a fridge plumbed and a stairway light installed

$200

Excellent job Quick and efficient Highly recommended

Down light installation

$175

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Why waste time looking for someone to install your lights for jobs like a kitchen renovation or bathroom renovation when it's faster, more cost-efficient and convenient to use our platform? You can hire an expert to install your lights through Airtasker to save yourself the time and effort of installing lights yourself.

The key is to make a post on Airtasker. List all the crucial details like your address, the type of lights you need to be installed, number of lights, your budget, and how soon you want the job done. Within minutes, qualified local Taskers will approach you about the job and give you a free quote. You can see reviews and ratings of potential hires to help you decide.

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Top Light Installation related questions

No. The light installation experts you hire typically have their own tools and equipment already. Apart from the years of practice, experience and skills, you can expect your Tasker to bring the necessary tools and equipment with them when they arrive at your location. But if you have any tools or equipment that you think might make their job more comfortable, you are certainly welcome to lend these to them for the duration of the job. 

The time it takes to complete a light installation service depends on the complexity of the job. If it's a matter of replacing an old light fixture with a new one and using existing wiring, then this can take as little as 45 minutes. Should the installation require new wiring, cutting a new hole in the wall or ceiling and mounting a new light fixture, new switch and a dimmer, expect this to take a couple of hours. 

Absolutely. Should you operate a business that specialises in services like these, you can hire Taskers to help. Hiring Taskers is especially useful if you have more jobs than you can handle, so make a post on our platform with all the crucial details about your job. In minutes, you can find capable locals to assist in delivering your service. You can even hire Taskers for uncommon jobs like LED installation, landscape lighting and solar panel installation. 

That depends on whether you have the right tools, time, patience, experience and skills. In the case of installing a simple ceiling light or fixture, you can do this yourself if it's not too complicated and doesn't involve wiring work. For chandeliers, these can be heavy and difficult to handle, so it might be safer to hire an expert on our platform to do this for you. 

Sure! You can hire Taskers to install most lights available on the market. Just be sure to make a detailed post on our platform that describes your LED lights, where you want them installed and how many you want to be installed. That way, we can connect you quickly with Taskers near your location that have the skills and experience to do the job. 

Yes. You can find a Tasker that can help you with wiring and mounting the lights on your light art installation. Describe in detail what sort of lights you want to be installed and what the lights are supposed to do - must they simply turn on or off? Should they blink? These and other important details can help you find a Tasker that can install your lights into your artwork and light it up the way you want. 

What do light installation services include?

Your light installation service includes planning the wiring route, cutting a hole in the ceiling or wall for mounting the light fixture if necessary, installing a new or replacement fixture, wiring the light, wiring a dimmer switch if required and testing the replacement light installation. Note that before the installation step, your light installation expert cuts off the power to the lights. 

Planning the wiring route

Your electrician begins by planning how to wire the new light fixture if necessary. Wiring a light fixture involves measuring and cutting a sufficient length of wire that leads from the junction box or power source to the light fixture.  

They may make the wiring a little longer than required to give the wires slack and provide extra material to cut and splice in case the wire becomes frayed later on. Your light installation expert should plan and install the wiring following established safety codes and standards set forth by your state.  

Cutting a hole into the wall or ceiling

For a new light installation, your hired light installation expert proceeds to cut a hole into the wall or ceiling where you want the new light fixture. They can do the appropriate measurements for mounting the light fixtures, light switch and dimmer switch installation if necessary.  

Your light installation expert can cut the right-sized hole for your new lights and install them, whether it be LED lights, sensor lights, ceiling lamps, bathroom lights, or chandelier. Note that they may have to do some simple carpentry if no mounting holes exist and if some holes aren't the right size or aren't cut according to building codes.   

Installing the light fixture

Your light installation expert proceeds to install the light fixture. They mount these on the holes cut into a wall or ceiling, then secure them with the included screws. If necessary, some experts may drill additional holes to allow for screws or securing brackets. 

Connecting the wiring 

Next, your light installation expert proceeds with installing and connecting the wiring that comes from your junction box and links these to the new light fixture. Your light installation expert may attach mounting brackets to secure the wiring and ensure that it doesn't sag or come loose. They can also make sure to connect the wires of the right colours to their appropriate terminals.  

Testing the light installation

After finishing the job, your light installation specialist puts the power back on and tests the light. They can switch the light on and off several times, then leave it on for a few minutes to watch for any unusual behaviour. Should the newly installed lights flicker, go out or not work as intended, your light installation expert shuts off the power and checks each component of the lighting to find the source of the problem. They repeat this process until the light works without any issues. 

Recent Light Installation tasks

Skylight installation metal roof

$10

Herne Hill VIC 3218, Australia

7th Aug 2026

Require installation of 3 x Velux skylights and flashing kits (supplied by me) Installed on existing metal roof, ground floor. Will be spaced between existing rafters. Allow to supply back flashings to ridge approx 1200mm in length. Roof will be painted in Monument.

Headlight install

$150

Elwood VIC 3184, Australia

5th Aug 2026

Need some aftermarket headlights fitters to my 79 series landcruiser, old headlights will be out and just need to put these in will need to connect a couple of wires that come with it

Great work, fast and easy to deal with

P ower Point Installation & Pendant Light Installation

$300

Narellan NSW 2567, Australia

5th Aug 2026

I need: • Installation of a new power point in my pantry. • Installation of a new pendant light in my kitchen to replace black pendant lights (I already have the pendant light)

Ozner did an Amazing job! He went above and beyond, was professional, reliable, and did a fantastic job. I’m extremely happy with the result and highly recommend him!

Pendant Light Installation Needed

$45

Epping, New South Wales

5th Aug 2026

Looking for a licensed electrician to install a new pendant light. * Existing light has already been removed. * Mounting bracket and holes are already in place (see photos). * The new pendant light is assembled and ready to install. * Just needs to be wired, mounted securely, and tested to ensure it’s working properly. Please bring any standard tools you may need. Located in Epping, NSW. Looking to have it done as soon as possible. Please send through your quote and availability. Thank you!

Pendant light installed

$150

Hawthorne QLD 4171, Australia

3rd Aug 2026

Needing this light changed from chandelier to one pictured.

Rotating amber light installed to my car

$150

Thornbury VIC 3071, Australia

3rd Aug 2026

Part is detailed on this link https://www.onlineautoparts.com.au/product/zpn-57494-britax-32000-beacon-1224v-3-bolt-fix-amber-polycarbonate-lense-rotating?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=17429457502&gbraid=0AAAAAD4BYcP89bS4AVV440x_297d_eLq4&gclid=CjwKCAjw6MPRBhBTEiwAd-7MrzGfYkr-7aO1QaS0aOcp3ivawX-cBfDUIflBfMw5c0eaw3UuIM-ywhoCUDgQAvD_BwE The wires/cables won't be long enough. I need it connected to power or a switch to power on my 80 series landcruiser. I need this affixed to my roof rack and not my cars roof so thinking outside the square may be helpful. All photos of the rotating amber light can be seen via the link shared above.

Electrician for pendant light installation and dimmers

$500

Thornbury VIC 3071, Australia

1st Aug 2026

I require an electrician to install 2 large pendant lights,8 a disco glitter ball and electrical spinner.

Need chandelier light installed in living area

$50

Virginia SA 5120, Australia

31st Jul 2026

Need chandelier light installed in living area

4 oyster ceiling light installation

$300

St Ives NSW 2075, Australia

27th Jul 2026

Task: Install 4 oyster ceiling lights Location: St Ives NSW Details:Remove old fittings if requiredInstall 4 new oyster LED lights (already purchased)Ensure all wiring is safely connected and compliantSecure each light properly to the ceilingQuick, clean job—ceiling access is straightforward Prefer a licensed electricianNotes:Please bring necessary toolsFlexible with timing—any day this week worksOutcome: Safe, neat installation of all 4 oyster lights.

Very good job thanks

Ceiling light installation

$100

Point Cook VIC 3030, Australia

19th Jul 2026

Uninstall a faulty ceiling light and install a new one

Perfect job. Thanks

Pendant light install

$300

Hawthorndene SA 5051, Australia

7th Jul 2026

I’m looking for a licensed electrician to install a pendant light + downlight in my home in Adelaide. The job is to install a pendant light + downlight over a dining/table area. I’d like the pendant positioned neatly and centred, with the height adjusted appropriately. There is a 4x switch panel nearby which may be able to be used, but happy to discuss other options. Pendant + downlight will be supplied. Please see attached photos + link. Please include labour, call-out, any basic materials, and confirmation that you are licensed/insured. Flexible with timing, ideally sometime in the next week or two. Thanks https://www.beaconlighting.com.au/strix-iii-1-8m-led-pendant-with-extended-suspension-in-white?srsltid=AfmBOoqobPiX9GsH2JufnZiQ0OQZVmVnUUFlkCWRXDKvmE4lv8U0Hb1c https://www.beaconlighting.com.au/flare-led-recessed-gimble-tri-colour-cut-out-90mm-downlight-in-white?srsltid=AfmBOop5lOzvKUkBuK0EVPqLs8snGIJh6Dxq5R1wsugsbdEdDrXKwoSV

Excellent work. Great communication. Completed the job to a high standard. What else can you ask for? Arrived on time, completed the job to a high standard and at a fair price. Will continue to use again for all electrical needs.

Electrician for tricky downlight installation

$250

Glenelg, South Australia, Australia

4th Jul 2026

We have a couple of downlights that are causing some issues... One is above the stair well (photo attached) and will need a ladder, the other (and possibly one other) needs a camera up in the cavity to find the power outlet... We live in an apartment with a thin ceiling cavity so you can't really stick your head up there... These downlights have a transformer that connects to a power outlet but we are removing those transformers and using the all in one LED downlights... These two I can't replace due to lack of ladder and camera to see up there. I will supply the downlights. Just need a licensed electrician.

Installed downlights which required some acrobatics, and equipment to get access to... Prompt and efficient.

Pillar Up Down Light Installation

$80

Sunbury VIC 3429, Australia

26th Jun 2026

Need to install 2 up down coolum lights for our front pillars. Lights have normal plug but the pillar have only sockets with wire provided.

Did an amazing job with up down lights installation.

Licensed sparky needed: bedroom downlights + ceiling light install

$300

Mermaid Waters QLD 4218, Australia

23rd Jun 2026

Hi, I’m looking for a licensed electrician to do a small lighting job in a kids bedroom. It’s a single-storey standalone house in Mermaid Waters, with access through the ceiling/roof space as required. Scope: 1. Cut 4 x 90mm ceiling holes 2. Wire and install sockets/downlight points for 4 Philips Hue downlights 3. Remove existing ceiling fan 4. Install a LIFX SuperColour Ceiling Light Model: 38cm White Trim I already have the lights. Need someone who can supply any required electrical fittings, cable, sockets, connectors, etc, unless you prefer I buy them first. Because this is a kids bedroom, I need the room properly protected before work starts — bedding, flooring, etc — and fully cleaned up afterwards, including dust and debris from cutting the ceiling holes. Must be properly licensed and able to complete the job safely and neatly. Flexible with timing. Thanks!

Excellent work! Thank you!

Swap fitting and widen holes for 2x down light installation

$300

North Melbourne VIC, Australia

7th Jun 2026

Licensed electrician required to install 2 x Philips Hue Akari downlights in my Melbourne CBD apartment. Scope of works: * Remove 2 existing downlights * Enlarge existing ceiling cut-outs from approximately 63mm to 90mm * Convert existing hard-wired connections to plug-base connections suitable for the new lights * Install 2 x Philips Hue Akari downlights (lights supplied by me) * Test operation and ensure installation complies with Victorian electrical requirements Details: * Apartment with plasterboard ceiling * Existing lights are currently wired directly into the electrical circuit (not plug-based) * New lights require 90mm cut-outs and plug-base connections * Looking for a neat, professional finish with clean cut-outs and no ceiling damage * Licensed electrician only * Please include any parts required (e.g. plug bases) in your quote and advise whether a Certificate of Electrical Safety will be provided

Mohamed is a super polite and helpful guy. Arrived punctually without any issue, got the job done and did everything with a better price compared to others pitching for the same gig. Will definitely contact him again for my electrician needs.

Downlight install

$200

Swan View WA 6056, Australia

29th May 2026

Greetings, I have a single downlight on a switch I would like changed to a pre-existing circuit in my kitchen. And 2x downlights installed in my hallway on the switch the original light that was on, that we changed to the kitchen circuit.

Beyond happy with his service, will be recommending him to people I know and using him again in the future

Light installation

$200

Williamstown VIC 3016, Australia

28th May 2026

3x white downlights and 2x three spotlight black ceiling lights need to be installed.

On-time, polite, attention to detail 👌

Heating light installation in bathroom

$150

Wollert VIC 3750, Australia

28th May 2026

Currently has downlight need heating 3in1 heating light installed

If you are looking for a competent reliable Electrician I will recommend Matt.

Wall mounted light installation

$300

Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

21st May 2026

Two wall mounted lights installed on wall and connected. They will be installed ons brick wall so there will need to be some conduit run from ceiling. There is easy access to ceiling directly above proposed installation spot. There is also power and a pre existing switches that could also be used

Couldn’t recommend Ali higher. He did a great job and is a ripping bloke