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Recent Light Installation reviews in Brisbane

Great job. Turned up on time - great communication - perfect work.

Install pendant light & remove 2 existing lights

$120

Fantastic service! Rob was fast and efficient but also took great care and consideration in his wolk. Could not recommend him more!

Install lights

$450

Dewar was quick with his communication and happily answered all my other questions pertaining to the job and my apartment. Definitely would call him again if I need some jobs to be done around the apartment! :)

Install pendant lights

$150

Friendly, knowledgeable and did a great job- will use again for future electrical work

Install lighting and fans

$1,500

Michael was very efficient, and easy to deal with. Highly recommend.

Replace light switch and add dimmer

$100

What's the average cost of a light installation expert in Brisbane

$150 - $400

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$150

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$200

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$400

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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 in Brisbane

Replace LIght Fittings

$500

Auchenflower QLD 4066, Australia

27th Sep 2026

Replace two existing light fittings in a hallway and one in a bedroom. (New fittings have been purchased) Fluorescent Light in Garage Check Smoke Alarm for compliance and provide certificate. (Compliance had been completed, unable to obtain certificate from Body Corporate)

Great to deal with. Explained what was required. Very happy with work completed.

Licensed electrician, hardwired downlight install in bedroom

$180

Windsor QLD 4030, Australia

25th Sep 2026

Licensed electrician needed today in Windsor 4030 for a ground floor apartment. It is a short stay rental with a guest currently in residence, so it needs to be completed today and worked tidily around them. What we need Supply and install hardwired downlights in the bedroom to serve as the main lighting for the room. Hardwired only, no plug in or battery fittings. The room currently has a ceiling fan with an integrated LED light. That light has failed and we are not repairing it. The fan itself runs normally and is to stay in place and keep working on its remote. Scope of work Assess the room and advise how many downlights are needed for even coverage, and where they should sit around the existing fan. Supply and install hardwired LED downlights, warm white, mains wired into the existing circuit. Wire them to operate from the existing wall switch in the room. Isolate or disconnect the failed light on the ceiling fan, your recommendation on which is cleaner. Leave the ceiling fan in place and confirm it still runs correctly on the remote before you finish. Make good all ceiling penetrations and clean up before leaving. Photos of the room before and after, and a certificate of electrical safety on completion. Before you start Send us your price and the number of downlights you propose, and wait for our written confirmation before purchasing or installing anything.

2006 Bf Falcon headlight installation

$60

Kangaroo Point QLD, Australia

18th Sep 2026

Remove old and install new headlight housing on my 2006 bf Falcon. Yes it's the remove the front bumper, remove old lights, install new, then replace, bumper job. And if flexible, let me lend a hand....

Replace light fittings

$100

Red Hill QLD 4059, Australia

16th Sep 2026

Need to replace two light fittings in a master bedrooms.

Thanks Alex for replacing our light fittings. Great job!

Light installation

$200

Kangaroo Point QLD 4169, Australia

29th Aug 2026

Installation of pendant light to existing fitting

Great job and easy to work with

Replace light fitting

$50

Red Hill QLD 4059, Australia

24th Aug 2026

Replace one light fitting

Alex was very efficient! Great work.

Light install

$150

Alderley QLD 4051, Australia

15th Aug 2026

Replace light as discussed

Install pendant light and replace existing switchers with dimmers

$800

Teneriffe QLD 4005, Australia

9th Aug 2026

We want to install a new pendant light where there is already a down light installed. And also convert 6 others switchers to dimmers. The 6 light switches are all on the same switch panel as per the pic. Please let me know if our budget is reasonable.

Need a sparky to install lights and wire up a external gate

$1,000

Balmoral QLD 4171, Australia

6th Aug 2026

* Install 4 bedroom wall sconces: * 2 bedside sconces operating together * 2 fireplace sconces operating together * Install and commission wireless RF controls, likely Havit HV9262/HV9273 or an equivalent reputable Australian-approved system * Take permanent power from the existing GPO while keeping the GPO operational * Supply required cable, connectors, accessible enclosures, mounting hardware and minor consumables * Wire and commission the external electric gate * Wire and connect the video intercom, including gate-release operation * Conduit for the gate and intercom has already been installed * Test all works and provide electrical compliance documentation

Pendant light installed

$150

Hawthorne QLD 4171, Australia

3rd Aug 2026

Needing this light changed from chandelier to one pictured.

Install light to wall

$50

Milton QLD 4064, Australia

8th Jul 2026

An adjustable light/lamp that needs to be screwed into the wall of our clinic.

Downlight installation

$100

Hawthorne QLD 4171, Australia

6th Jul 2026

Cables are run already. Just need two tube downlights installed (supplied)

*Parts supplied* - Auto ambient light installation

$200

Toowong QLD 4066, Australia

26th Jun 2026

Bought a retrofit ambient lighting kit for my 2019 BMW G20 330i that I would like installed for me. I could very much do it myself in a few hours but rather pay someone with abit more experience and knowledge. - Plug and Play. - Most popular kit on Alibaba for this model (so no custom parts - all very much oem) - In terms of coding the ambient lighting in, I’ll have that all sorted. Tools can be provided for the job if needed.

Cameras and solar light installed

$200

Hamilton QLD 4007, Australia

26th Jun 2026

I’m looking for an experienced installer to mount: * 2 wireless security cameras * 2 solar security lights All equipment will be supplied. The job is to securely install and position the cameras and lights for the best coverage. You’ll need to have your own tools, including a drill and ladder if required. Requirements: * Experience installing wireless security cameras and solar lights * Own tools and reliable transport * Neat, professional workmanship * Ability to advise on the best mounting locations

Install downlights

$200

Wooloowin QLD 4030, Australia

23rd Jun 2026

Install approx 8 new LED down-lights to replace existing fluro’s. Must be electrician.

Dimmer switch installed

$100

Teneriffe QLD, Australia

14th Jun 2026

A dimmer switch installed for a pendant light/chandelier in my apartment living room in Teneriffe. Available anytime today (Monday 15th June) Flexible on weekends. After 4pm Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri

Punctual, friendly and helpful. Thanks Mathew!

Install ceiling lights

$235

Red Hill, Queensland

8th Jun 2026

Install/replace 5x ceiling lights

Install pendant over dining table

$150

Bulimba QLD, Australia

4th Jun 2026

Simple task to install light pendant I have bought in to existing spot. Qualified electrician required.

Install pendant lights

$500

Clayfield QLD, Australia

4th Jun 2026

Install 4 pendant lights and a ceiling fan

Sensor light installation

$500

Hendra QLD, Australia

15th May 2026

Install 3x sensor lights to the downstairs corners of the property