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Recent Electricians reviews in Canberra Central

Ryan was great. Very knowledgeable and knew what he was doing. He was able to find the issue with my AC and fix it. I would absolutely recommend him, and would contact him again for any AC issues.

Air con service

$150

John was punctual, accomodating and the work was completed to a high standard. Also polite and friendly. I would definitely use John again and recommend to others.

Repair light fitting that has come away from roof

$150

John was incredibly communicative and patient. Would highly recommend.

Rewire two table lamps

$150

Very reliable and honest. Knows what to do. Gets job done. Easy to communicate. Will continue to use him in the future. Highly recommend

Electrician

$150

A real problem solver who doesn’t give up until the job is done.

Electrician Ethernet cabling Install

$80

So impressed! I’ve already rebooked him for another job.

Fix electrical socket

$100

What's the average cost of an electrician in Canberra Central

$138 - $300

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$138

median

$200

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$300

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Average reviews for Electricians Services in Canberra Central

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Airtasker has over 52 electricians in Canberra Central, with an average rating of 4.98 stars from 104 reviews. Get in touch with electricians such as Andrew W, Will T, and Ashley M today to get a wide variety of Electricians jobs done. From Sockets and Switches Installation, Light Installation, and Downlights Installation; you can get all types of Electricians done usually between $138-$300, with the median price of Electricians in Canberra Central being $200.
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Qualified Electrician Needed – Change 10A PowerPoint to 15A (Garage)

$400

Watson ACT, Australia

22nd Jan 2026

I’m looking for a licensed/qualified electrician to change an existing 10 amp PowerPoint to a 15 amp PowerPoint in my garage. Details: • The PowerPoint is located in the garage • It is on a single line running directly to the fuse box • Ideally, I’d like the 15 amp PowerPoint isolated from the rest of the house, if possible • Please advise if any additional work or compliance requirements are needed All work must be fully compliant with Australian standards, with certification provided if required. Can do Cashy if needed

Find and repair electrical fault

$150

Lyneham ACT, Australia

14th Jan 2026

Circuit breaker trips immediately when in On position. Seems to be for lounge room power on residential house

great work! would get Cam again

Aluminum electrical Sliding door restoration or replacement

$1,200

Canberra Central ACT 2601, Australia

14th Jan 2026

Broken aluminum sliding door. Shop main entry door.

Upgrade downlighting electrical to LEDs

$550

O'Connor ACT, Australia

14th Jan 2026

I am looking for an electrician to upgrade existing down-lights to LEDs. We do not need bulbs included in the price as we have already acquired them. There is a total of 15 lights that need to be updated. You will need to bring your own ladder. Thank you - we look forward to hearing from you 😊

Fix an electrical light from a bygone age!

$80

Yarralumla ACT, Australia

8th Jan 2026

I just need a light globe change - but it is an old socket. The switchboard has been upgraded.

Dealt with a tricky issue with efficiency

Aircon repair

$200

Watson ACT, Australia

7th Jan 2026

Daikin ducted reverse cycle aircon has started throwing UF error code with 112 5 JJ and 112 5 J6 codes. Looking for a qualified person to sort it out today.

Electrician to hang three pendant lights shades in kitchen this week

$300

Watson ACT, Australia

5th Jan 2026

Require an electrician this week to hang three pendant lights in kitchen

Electrician to add in new power sockets

$100

Narrabundah ACT 2604, Australia

3rd Jan 2026

I need an electrician to add in a double wall socket in my kitchen as per pictures. The black arrow is where I want new electrical sockets. The purple arrow is where existing sockets are placed. It’s a single story, double brick house. Price is nominal only please quote what’s fair.

Car headlight repaired and reverse camera replaced.

$150

Griffith ACT, Australia

2nd Jan 2026

I have a 2009 Toyota Tarago which just had its service. The left headlight is not working and the mechanic said he doesn't do electrics. Moreover, my reverse camera had water leak in, so it needs to be replaced. I ordered a replacement camera, so all that needs to be done is for the old one to be disconnected and replaced with the new one.

Electricians

$100

City ACT 2601, Australia

20th Dec 2025

The kitchen lights suddenly went off, and now the bathroom and living room lights are going off one by one

Install light outside front and back of house. Electro

$100

Dickson ACT, Australia

18th Dec 2025

Install light front and back of house- need a electrician

Ceiling (Pendant) light installation

$200

Hackett ACT 2602, Australia

17th Dec 2025

Install high ceiling pendant light. It's on the second floor of two storey, as circled in photo. It can be run from existing light install. Most likely will need quite high ladder, which I can help supply (hire) if required. Located Watson.

Air conditioner repair

$200

Braddon ACT 2612, Australia

17th Dec 2025

Ducted air conditioner with split systems in a Townhouse - it's not cooling properly. Tried restarting and cleaning the air filter but not still not working. Will need someone to check and fix the cooling issue.

Jono is communicative, knowledgeable and very kind. Really appreciate the help!

Change light fittings

$700

Campbell ACT 2612, Australia

14th Dec 2025

Remove wall lights (3x) Replace wall light to garage with oyster led lamp, stair way corridor and laundry (3 total) Replace ceiling lights in 5 rooms (1 per room) Replace ceiling oyster light in kitchen with new led Replace hall way pendant light (1x) Replace light and fan fixture in bathroom to heat, light and fan (1x) All fixtures provided. Remove, replace and install only.

Extend electrical cable with transformer

$25

Turner ACT, Australia

5th Dec 2025

I have a cheap video projector, but the power cable is too short for where I want to place it. I need someone with the skill to splice, extend, solder and shrink wrap a cable extension please. Can come to you

Water heater system replacement

$10

Braddon ACT, Australia

29th Nov 2025

Replace electric water heater system, 160L.

Electrician needed (ACT )to add 6 plugs to existing light features

$350

Fyshwick ACT, Australia

25th Nov 2025

Add plugs to 6 wall / ceiling light features essentially making them pendants , lights are for display use only ,all materials can be supplied/ must have tools and license. Date not negotiable

Electrician

$250

Deakin ACT, Australia

12th Nov 2025

Some minor works in my laundry, I’d allow 2 hours…..I can pay an hourly rate if that’s easier.

Broken electrical socket needs fixing

$100

Ainslie ACT, Australia

21st Oct 2025

An artwork fell and damaged the electrical socket, it has come away from the wall and the wooden mount is broken. Not needing exact match on style / wood, just need it fixed and working!

Will did an excellent job and was great with comms. Highly recommend.

Fix 2 light switches and replace bathroom exhaust fan

$200

Turner ACT, Australia

30th Jul 2025

I have two light switches that are broken - the first has completely fallen into the wall cavity, and the second keeps flicking back on after I turn it off. I also have an exhaust/extractor fan in a bathroom that needs replacing (it works totally fine but it is way too loud for the space!)

Great communication, flexible, efficient, went above and beyond