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Recent Light Installation reviews in Sydney

Super super super helpful! Came to two sites, didn’t double book so that helped me relax and trust his process. He showed me his van and tools and offered assistance in other areas and even patched up holes in the wall!! A million stars!

Replace light fittings in two homes

$100

Thanks for the excellent work Foong, the new light looks great 👍

Electrician to install pendant light

$100

Great job Very professional

Replace light fitting on front verandah

$50

Amazing job would highly recommend.

Pendant light installation

$150

Oleksandr was great, he was efficient, ontime and super helpful. Would recommend his work.

Licensed Electrician for Downlight & Pendant Light installation

$200

Thank you Jordan for promptly completing this Task and developing a workaround for one of the issues with the lights! The end result is amazing and I’m grateful for your work.

2 x Pendant Light Installation

$200

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

$140 - $310

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$140

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$200

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$310

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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. Want to replace a dimmer switch? Your expert can check the new one is compatible with your lights, fit it and test the dimming.

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 Sydney

Install a dimmer to a current light switch

$180

Elizabeth Bay NSW 2011, Australia

7th Nov 2026

Install a dimmer to a light switch already installed

Install lights in the home

$50

Ultimo NSW 2007, Australia

1st Nov 2026

Replace and Install 3 ceiling lights. And 2 sconce lights. Looking for licensed professional

Very professional! Done in no time

Install pendant light

$50

Rushcutters Bay NSW 2011, Australia

5th Oct 2026

Hi, I need a licensed electrician to install an easy pendant light.

Electrician to install light switch for LED lighting

$350

Rosebery NSW 2018, Australia

29th Sep 2026

We're setting up a small built-in desk nook at home and need a licensed electrician to help with the lighting. I've attached an AI mock-up so you can see the look we're going for: three floating timber shelves with warm LED strip lighting underneath, above a desk. What we need: - Supply and install the LED drivers/transformers for the under-shelf strip lighting (we'll provide the LED strips) - Install a switch so we can turn the shelf lighting on and off - Keep cabling and drivers as hidden as possible for a clean finish The desk is being installed on Friday 2 October, so we're looking for someone available beforehand.

Electrician needed - install dimmer + ceiling fan

$200

Potts Point NSW 2011, Australia

6th Sep 2026

Hi, I am wanting an electrician for two tasks. One is I am wanting a light switch for a chandelier in a living room which is currently just on/off to have a dimmer added. Other task is in a separate room/light fixture and is to install a ceiling fan where currently a ceiling light fixture hangs. Re price, I’m pitching here for labour, I understand the hardware will cost extra, let me know if I should source prior to or you can

Install pendant light

$350

Ultimo NSW 2007, Australia

31st Aug 2026

I have a pendant light and ceiling rose, I wish to use an existing connection with the light switch (turning off existing LED lights) and instead use the new pendant light. My light needs an Australian plug. It will be over the dining table.

Remove Ceiling Fan & Install Pendant Light

$180

Sydney NSW 2010, Australia

31st Aug 2026

I’m looking for a licensed electrician to: • Remove the existing ceiling fan (pictured). • Remove/disconnect the existing Martec fan wall controller if required. • Install a new Temple & Webster Dancing Flowers Stained Glass 2 Light Pendant in the same ceiling location. • The pendant is hardwired, weighs approximately 5 kg, is 51 cm wide, and has an adjustable 100 cm cord/chain. • Please ensure the pendant is securely fixed to the ceiling and the existing decorative ceiling rose is not damaged. • Please include all labour and any standard electrical fittings/fixings required for installation. The pendant light will be supplied by me. Please let me know your total price, including Airtasker fees if applicable, and your earliest availability.

Great service!Happy with service!

Install pendant light, hard wire to switch, no wiring provided

$250

Alexandria NSW 2015, Australia

24th Aug 2026

- Drill into ceiling and install pendant light (pendant light provided no additional wires) - Install a seperate switch for pendant light (no switch provided) - Apartment living - Any additional questions lets me know

Electrician needed – replace light + install dimmer

$100

Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia

21st Aug 2026

Looking for a licensed electrician to do a small lighting job in a salon/treatment room in Paddington. I need: • Existing hanging/pendant light removed • Replaced with a recessed LED downlight to match the existing downlight in the room as closely as possible • Existing light switch changed to a dimmer switch • Please make sure the new downlight is dimmable and compatible with the dimmer • Ideally I’d like the finished result to look neat and flush with the ceiling I’ve attached photos of the existing light, nearby downlight and switch. Need you to supply the downlight/dimmer — please include materials in your offer. Must be a licensed electrician.

Leba was very professional, helpful and had a great attitude towards the task I needed completed at my shop. I highly recommend him!

Handyman - paint and install light

$200

Alexandria NSW 2015, Australia

16th Aug 2026

Looking for a handyman to complete two items as below: 1. Ceiling Painting: Touch-up painting around the ceiling and cornices using anti-mould/zinc-laced paint (to treat and prevent mould recurrence). 2. Light Fitting Installation: Securely install one light fitting into a concrete slab ceiling (light will be supplied, install only)

Electrician needed today to install ceiling light.

$100

Camperdown NSW 2050, Australia

13th Aug 2026

Instal pendant light in the ceiling. I have a ladder.

Chi was friendly and had great attention to detail. Would hire again.

Remove modem wall outlet and install dimmer

$150

Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia

9th Aug 2026

Remove 2 disused telephone/modem wall outlets (old cream Telstra-style plates) and blank off safely Install a dimmer switch for the bathroom light Metered parking in front of apartment or all day visitor permit available for street parking

Celso did an excellent job installing dimmers and removing old modem panels for me. He was friendly, extremely thorough and made sure everything was finished to a high standard. Reliable and great to work with! Thank you so much

Fix door; Install lights;

$200

Zetland NSW 2017, Australia

7th Aug 2026

We are moving to a new place, and we need help with a few jobs around the apartment; for example, we need to change the laundry door's frame. Trim the door of one kitchen cabinet; Install lights in the kitchen and living room. Install wood panel on the wall. Thank you

Good job and reliable service

Electrician to replace fans and install downlights

$400

Camperdown NSW 2050, Australia

3rd Aug 2026

Two ceiling fans being replaced and add a few downlights to a bathroom. Replace old electrical sockets. Require a licensed electrician

Wonderful job and great prices

Licensed electrician — standard GPO install + dimmer switch install

$220

Alexandria NSW 2015, Australia

3rd Aug 2026

Looking for a licensed electrician for two small jobs in one visit: 1-Power outlet near a light switch— need a single standard GPO added next to an existing light switch, spurred off the nearby circuit. It’ll sit behind a wall-mounted tablet — I’m cutting a recess into the wall myself to house the outlet and charger, so a standard (non-recessed) GPO is fine. Cable run is a short distance. See photo with tablet placeholder on the wall Note: Before I cut the recess, I’d like you to confirm the exact outlet position and check/mark up where the existing wiring runs behind that section of wall, so I don’t cut into anything live. Happy to hold off on cutting until you’ve had a look on-site. 2- Dimmer switch install (bedroom) — install a Clipsal dimmer I’ve already purchased and will have on-site (see photo).

Quality work done in record time. Highly recommended. Thanks again

Install pendant lights in office

$400

Rosebery NSW 2018, Australia

3rd Aug 2026

I need to get 4 new pendant lights wired and installed in our office. We have recently had a linear lighting strip put into the reception area - the building management pulled down the 2 older pendant lights we had in there so we want to have new pendant lights put pack up. We also want to replace the 2 pendant lights in the boardroom with the other two new pendant lights we have. There should be existing wiring in place for all pendant lights already.

Would use again, efficient. Thanks

Remove and install ceiling lights

$290

Waterloo, New South Wales

8th Jul 2026

I have 2 ceiling lights (one in bedroom and one on balcony) needing to be replaced with track lights (I will buy these). I also have a ceiling fan (with light) in another bedroom, I would also like this removed and replaced with track lights.

Luke was extremely easy to work with. He installed 3 ceiling lights and kept me updated throughout the installation process, he also provided additional advice on other light fixtures. Overall Luke was awesome to work with and I highly recommend him to others. I’ll definitely book him again for future work. Thanks Luke!

Electrician to install lights and mechanical ventilation unit

$1,500

Newtown NSW 2042, Australia

5th Jul 2026

I am looking for a licensed electrician to install an outdoor light near my garage (I haven't bought the light yet), install a new light internally in my lounge room on a concrete wall (light procured), and to replace a mechanical ventilation in my upstairs bathroom

Very good customer service and easy to deal with. Highly recommended

Replace light fitting

$100

Darlinghurst NSW, Australia

13th Jun 2026

Have an outdoor balcony light that needs replacing - have replaced globe but still doesn’t work.

Very efficient - knows what he is talking about

Install light fittings

$50

Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia

14th May 2026

Help with installing two lamps, carrying out the electrical work, and supplying and fitting ceiling brackets to support them.

Morgan works quickly and efficiently. I am satisfied with the results.