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Recent Electricians reviews in Illawarra

Thanks Meat quick and clean

Electrical installation

$250

A very friendly polite young man. Did an excellent job!!

Replace 4 power points for new ones and replace outdoor porch lamp.

$200

Eri was great. Punctual, very helpful and reliable

Add power points and downlights

$800

Really happy with Jim's service. Quick reply and communication. Got the job done well.

Washing machine levelling and heat pump dryer installation

$80

Josh was prompt & has really good customer service. Thanks for your callout Josh!

Repair nbn fibre cable

$250

Andrew was efficient and attentive to detail. Would highly recommend.

Electrical work

$300

What's the average cost of an electrician in Illawarra

$150 - $350

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$150

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$250

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$350

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What do electrician services include?

If you're looking to find an electrician near you for small or large jobs, local electrical contractors can help. They can handle all types of electrical projects, whether for residential, commercial, or industrial properties. If you are building from scratch, they can help construct an efficient electrical framework. They can also establish new electrical wiring and control systems, and test the electrical flow for your safety. 

As for existing properties, electricians can routinely maintain, repair, and upgrade your power and control systems whenever needed. They can also handle electrical equipment and machinery for factories and manufacturing plants. 

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Domestic electrician near me

When it comes to your home's electrical safety, hire a good electrician near you. Whether upgrading appliances or wiring a new build, you can find residential electricians near you.  They can help make sure that all electrical components, including wires and cables, are in good condition to avoid any incidents that could put you and your family at risk.

Domestic electricians can establish power points and safety switches to support your household appliances. They can also assist with installing various electrical appliances such as electric showers and heaters, in case you're looking to upgrade or planning a renovation. Post a task and find a good electrician near me for domestic jobs. 

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Not to be confused with domestic electricians, commercial electricians are mostly involved in large-scale projects for buildings and various businesses like restaurants, hotels, and corporate offices. Depending on your establishment's requirements, they can fix lighting, heating, and cooling systems or install fire alarms and other security equipment.

Industrial electrician near me

Searching for electricians needed for large-scale industrial projects? Qualified industrial electricians can assist with safe installations and maintenance. Industrial electricians with a white card can handle tasks involving higher voltage, control systems, and more complex machinery. Their services include electrical construction and maintenance for industries like factories and plants. 

They don't just install lights and electrical heaters. Most of the time, they also deal with different types of manufacturing equipment, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Industrial electricians can also troubleshoot problems and repair them as they see fit. They can even create tailored maintenance programs for your electrical motors and generators.

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Recent Electricians tasks in Illawarra

Electrician Needed

$10

Cringila NSW 2502, Australia

8th Mar 2026

Licensed Electrician: Install 12 Interior DownLights(All Materials Provided). Might need to do wiring as I want to install new light setup. Please offer per light install cost without lights and related fitting materials.

Electrician job- to set up power points for fridges and freezer

$300

Wollongong NSW, Australia

7th Mar 2026

Hi I need a Sparky to set up powerpoints for my fridges and freezers. About 3 power points. Also need to add a light at the back entry.

I want an electrician who can help me in replacing the fan light.

$40

West Wollongong NSW 2500, Australia

1st Mar 2026

I want an electrician to replace the fan light.

Washing machine is hi Kim electrical issue

$100

Blackbutt NSW, Australia

25th Feb 2026

Kogan washing machine purchase new 12mths ago showing error 92.

Electrician to wall mount a tv (55 inch the frame)

$100

Coniston NSW, Australia

22nd Feb 2026

Need an electrician to wall mount a tv (55inch the frame) don’t need it connected to Ariel, just run through wall in bedroom. Have wall mount and tv ready to go when you are.

Great work. Professional and got the job done as it should be. Thanks Tim!

Assemble a Ikea Electrical Desk

$200

Berkeley NSW 2506, Australia

18th Feb 2026

Need help to assemble 1 x Ikea electrcial desk

Archie is a very nice & pro guy.

Electrician - install timer on HWS

$250

Stanwell Park NSW 2508, Australia

16th Feb 2026

Hi, I’m looking for a licensed electrician to supply and install a timer on my electric storage hot water system. The HWS is on its own dedicated circuit. Scope: Supply a suitable 20A+ DIN‑rail timer (Hager or equivalent) Install timer on the existing HWS circuit Ensure everything is compliant and tested Provide an invoice for the work The goal is simply to schedule the hot water system to run at set times. The switchboard and HWS are easily accessible. Flexible with timing — anytime in the next week is fine. Requirements: Must be a licensed electrician Must be able to provide compliance/invoice Must supply the timer (unless you recommend an alternative) Budget: Open to quotes — expecting around $200–$300 including timer supply. Photos available on request.

Tim was communicative and punctual also proactive in that he gave me two options. I highly recommend

Electrician needed for troubleshooting

$275

Stanwell Park NSW, Australia

16th Feb 2026

Have a Redback 10kw (SI10000) inverter installed. The system is not sending anything to the grid. They got their bill and it says 0 feed-in. Earlier the system was having trouble with wifi. Now we don't know if the system is generating anything at all. Need someone to look into it

Communicated well and helped a lot

Electrician to install a heat transfer kit from one room to two others

$500

Gerringong NSW, Australia

14th Feb 2026

Require an electrician to install a heat transfer kit from one room to two other rooms via ceiling cavity. Transfer kit already purchased. A master on/off switch to be installed in one of the bedrooms.

New door cut an fitted to fuse box

$80

Wollongong NSW 2500, Australia

14th Feb 2026

I need a new door cut out of something reasonably weather resistant and fitted to this fuse box. Someone ripped the old door off and it's a bit warped and crappy. Very thin marine ply might be good but perhaps overkill?

I need 4 new LED Downlights and transformer(s) replaced

$120

Dapto NSW 2530, Australia

14th Feb 2026

There are 4 LED downlights in the loungeroom of a cheap rental property, 2 have stopped working and 2 are flickering. Pull them out and throw them in the bin. Go to bunnings with one in hand, and grab new ones with new transformers, replace them. I am happy to meet you at bunnings and pay for the new ones. I haven't looked in the ceiling yet so i have no idea if they are hardwired or plugged into outlets in the ceiling.

Electrical quote

$1,000

Calderwood NSW, Australia

13th Feb 2026

Installation of: - x2 double PowerPoints - Exhaust fan in a toilet - x2 down lights, pendant light and outdoor light - Google nest security camera that needs to be hard wire

Licensed Electrician

$300

Cordeaux Heights NSW 2526, Australia

11th Feb 2026

Replace 4 external lights. 4 existing lights will need to be replaced at a residential property Easy access to switch and power board. I have purchased the lights. The existing lights are working and fully operating. The job is to replace old for new Licensed electrician only

Electrical socket replacement

$100

Bulli NSW, Australia

10th Feb 2026

an electical socket burnt out in laundry and two connecting plugs to washing machine and dryer may need replacing.

Did a great job and went further than I asked

Power point installation

$100

Lake Illawarra NSW, Australia

8th Feb 2026

Installation of a power point

Air conditioner repaired

$150

Albion Park Rail NSW, Australia

7th Feb 2026

Air con turns on but doesnt cool

Electrician

$500

Thirroul NSW, Australia

31st Jan 2026

Need 2x new fans installed, a bathroom light replaced & 2x outdoor lights replacing & a double power point replaced.

Great work with some real electrical stuff to be done 😂 in a 120 year old home & all the diffulties that brings!!

Minor electrical jobs

$200

Stanwell Park NSW 2508, Australia

29th Jan 2026

I need pendant light hung. In the kitchen above the dining table. You ca stand on solid timber table and easily reach ceiling. Pendant light is IKEA and a basket style. It comes with a cord set. I also need a new PowerPoint put in under a sink area.

Install lights

$500

Coniston NSW, Australia

15th Jan 2026

Looking for an electrician to install 6 different lights in house

Having did a great job install lights in our place! Would recommend

Light fitting installed

$50

Horsley NSW, Australia

30th Dec 2025

Just need the new light fitting installed

Great electrician would recommend