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Eri was great. Punctual, very helpful and reliable

Add power points and downlights

$800

Enda is very very good at his job ( perfectionist) fixed 3 chandeliers and 3 lights on my kitchen bench. The job was so perfect, it wouldn’t have been better. He went up and beyond to ensure all furnitures are back in place and cleaned up, thank you very much for taking so much time and paying so much attention to details just to ensure the job was perfect. He is down to earth, very respectful and polite. Will definitely assign more jobs to him.

I need someone to install 2 chandeliers, 4 dropdown lights, thank you.

$400

When I needed an electrician, I got one that was friendly, punctual, reliable and offered sound advice. I’d recommend Tim anytime.

Electrician to fit off a bedroom light

$100

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

Electrical work

$300

Amazing. Same day service. Very communicative and excellent fast work. Will use again for sure

Electrician - stovetop install

$150

Great advice and excellent work. I definitely recommend QIFAN Thank you

Electric Fuse and light fitting replacement

$400

What's the average cost of an electrician in Illawarra

$150 - $355

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$150

median

$240

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$355

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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.

Emergency electrician near me

The moment you sense something odd with your sockets and safety switches, or notice a burning smell, spark, or flickering of lights, get in touch with a local electrician immediately for emergency repairs. With Airtasker, finding available emergency electricians in your area is fast and easy! You won't even have to worry about not having any power tools on hand – most sparkies are already equipped with professional power tools and test instruments that they can bring for any service you may need.

Recent Electricians tasks in Illawarra

Need electrician to check on hot water pump system

$10

Thirroul NSW 2515, Australia

14th Aug 2026

The smart meter doesnt not have a dedicated circuit breaker. no overcurrent protection. hot water tank base need to be replaced. overflow trays for storage tank needed. AC isolator need to be installed. Give me a quote if you are able to do it please. Thanks

Install concrete base and overflow tray for heat pump system

$10

Thirroul NSW 2515, Australia

14th Aug 2026

Install concrete base and overflow tray

Electrical work

$2,500

NSW 2526, Australia

14th Aug 2026

Install 6 wired security cameras (already have the cameras and cabling) Install 2 outdoor PowerPoints for heaters and blinds Install 2 PowerPoints inside house Move data cables for two TVs Install two pendant lights. Single storey home. Land is flat and there is clear access to camera locations. McDonald Jones home. Has steel frames. Price is negotiable within reason.

Electrician for Commercial Office North Wollongong

$1,000

Wollongong NSW 2500, Australia

14th Aug 2026

Instal power and data points. Re-commission power and data points. Consult on lighting options. 220sqm office for law firm in Innovation Campus North Gong.

Install a wall sconce, three new power sockets and move one exisiting

$750

Thirroul NSW 2515, Australia

12th Aug 2026

Looking for a fully licensed and insured electrician to complete a few residential electrical tasks. The Job Involves: Install 1 x new wall sconce and 1 x new light switch (hardwired). Install 2 x new double power sockets (GPOs). Move 1 x existing power socket to a new position nearby on the same wall. Property Details:Walls: Standard plasterboard (hollow timber frame). No brick/concrete chasing required. Access: Very easy access to run cables via the subfloor / under-floor cavity and the roof cavity (corrugated metal roof sheeting). Materials: I will supply the wall sconce fixture. Electrician to supply standard white clipsal-style double power sockets, light switch, cables, and wall brackets. Requirements:Must hold a valid NSW Electrical Contractor Licence. Please include all call-out fees, labor, and materials in your offer. Plasterboard patching of the old hole is not required.

Need electrician to help with hot water pump issues

$750

Thirroul NSW 2515, Australia

11th Aug 2026

The smart meter doesnt not have a dedicated circuit breaker. no overcurrent protection. hot water tank base should be replaced. overflow trays for storage tank needed. AC isolator need to be installed. Give me a quote if you are able to do it please. Thanks

Fix hard wired smoke alarm

$90

Corrimal NSW, Australia

10th Aug 2026

I have a hard-wired smoke detector that isn’t working and needs to be inspected and repaired/replaced.

Would definitely recommend Michael.

Prep Wall for Wallpaper + Remove Wall Panels & Electrical Fittings

$200

Tullimbar NSW 2527, Australia

10th Aug 2026

I’m looking for someone experienced to fully prepare this bedroom wall for professional wallpaper installation. The finished wall needs to be wallpaper-ready — completely smooth, flat and properly prepared, not simply patched over. Any holes, dents, raised areas or imperfections that could show through the wallpaper need to be repaired and sanded smooth. Job includes: * Remove the brown vertical timber/slat wall panel on the left-hand side * Remove remaining brackets, screws, wall plugs and fixings * Patch/fill all holes and damaged plaster * Repair any damage caused when removing the timber panel * Sand and smooth all repaired areas * Address the damaged areas near the skirting where required * Finish the wall to a proper wallpaper-ready standard * Safely remove/temporarily disconnect power points/electrical fittings as required so the wallpaper can be installed properly behind/around them * Refit electrical fittings if required after preparation * Clean up after completion Important: Any electrical work must be completed by an appropriately licensed electrician. Wallpaper installation is NOT required. I already have a wallpaper installer — I need this wall properly prepared beforehand so they can come in and install directly onto a clean, flat, smooth surface. Located in Tullimbar, NSW.

Electrician to fix stove. One of the plate is not working

$50

Oak Flats NSW 2529, Australia

8th Aug 2026

One of the stovetop is not regulating the heat.

Hot Water Heat Pump – Error Code E03

$80

Woonona NSW 2517, Australia

4th Aug 2026

Looking for an experienced licensed refrigeration technician or hot water heat pump specialist to inspect and repair a domestic hot water heat pump. The unit is displaying an E03 error code on the controller and is no longer heating the water correctly. We require someone experienced with diagnosing and repairing heat pump hot water systems. Please include in your offer: Your experience with hot water heat pump systems. A total price including the call-out fee, fault diagnosis, and the first hour of labour. Any additional hourly rates or charges that may apply after the initial inspection. Your earliest availability to attend. Please note that this task is for the inspection and diagnosis only. If replacement parts or additional works are required, these will need to be quoted separately before proceeding. Thank you!

Comnect generator to the powerline

$200

Wollongong NSW, Australia

1st Aug 2026

There is a power outage in my shop tomorrow, need a sparky to connect the generator to the power. Need to disconnect at 5pm

Electrician to put in pendant light

$50

Thirroul NSW 2515, Australia

1st Aug 2026

Hey! I have an ikea pendant light I’d like to put in place of this old light in my rental. Hoping an electrician can help me out

Legend! So kind and quick.

Electrician Needed

$10

Fairy Meadow NSW 2519, Australia

27th Jul 2026

Need licenced electricitan to fix power tripping also install another rcd for the additional aircon

Electrician to Replace 4x Downlights & Inspect Circuit - Wollongong

$200

Wollongong NSW 2500, Australia

22nd Jul 2026

Hello, We are looking for a licensed NSW Electrician to attend our retail store, in Wollongong Central, to replace four faulty ceiling downlights and inspect the lighting circuit. The Issue: Four recessed ceiling downlights at the front of our sales floor are completely out. Additionally, a couple of other downlights on the same circuit are noticeably dimming. We need these four lights replaced and the general circuit inspected to ensure there is no underlying wiring issue causing premature failure of the fittings. The scope of work includes: 1. Safely accessing the light fittings in the high ceiling (a suitable ladder is required). 2. Removing the four faulty downlight units. 3. Supplying and installing four (4) new, suitable replacement recessed LED downlights and drivers. 4. Inspecting the surrounding wiring and the general downlight circuit to identify why the lights are dimming/failing prematurely. 5. Testing all lights on the circuit to confirm they are secure, stable, and operating correctly. Please note: The successful contractor MUST supply the four new compatible replacement downlight fittings and drivers. The cost for this hardware must be included in your final offer. Requirements: - MUST be a fully licensed and insured NSW Electrician. - You must have your own tools, including an A-frame ladder appropriate for a high commercial ceiling. - Experience with commercial LED lighting circuits and troubleshooting. Location & Timing: Location: Wollongong Central, 200 Crown Street Wollongong NSW 2500 When: The job can be completed at your earliest convenience. Please state your availability in your offer. Please provide a comprehensive quote for the complete job. Your offer should include all labour costs AND the cost of supplying four new standard LED downlight fittings. Thank you.

Replace electrical cord on coffee machine

$150

Austinmer NSW 2515, Australia

21st Jul 2026

The plug part of the electrical cord of our Sunbeam Cafe series coffee machine has broken. Can you repair it!

Electrician Chandelier Installation High ceiling

$400

Wollongong NSW, Australia

17th Jul 2026

Chandelier installation in the stairs area, heavy chandelier, roughly 30 kg, needs a steady scaffolding to do the job.

Electrical work

$300

Wollongong, New South Wales

28th May 2026

3 (existing) 20a power outlets are currently sharing a single circuit breaker Each outlet needs to be connected to its own (existing) 20A breaker Will require new conduit to be installed between breaker and outlet (roughly 6m)

Came nice and early, communicated well, worked hard to get job done Nice bloke Austin

Licensed Electrician to Replace Faulty Downlight - Shellharbour

$120

Shellharbour City Centre NSW 2529, Australia

31st Mar 2026

Hello, We are looking for a licensed NSW Electrician to attend our retail store, in Stockland Shellharbour, to replace a faulty ceiling light. The Issue: One of the recessed LED downlights on our main sales floor has blown, creating a dim spot in the store and affecting the overall presentation. The ceiling height is approximately 3.5 meters. The Job: The task is to replace the faulty LED downlight. The scope of work includes: 1. Safely accessing the light fitting in the high ceiling (a suitable ladder is required). 2. Diagnosing the fault (e.g., failed LED unit or a faulty driver). 3. Supplying and installing a new, suitable like for like replacement LED downlight and/or driver. 4. Ensuring the new light's colour temperature and brightness matches the other existing lights. 5. Testing the new light to confirm it is fully operational. Requirements: - MUST be a fully licensed and insured NSW Electrician. - You must have your own tools, including an A-frame ladder appropriate for a high commercial ceiling. - The contractor must be able to supply a replacement LED downlight and driver. Location & Timing: Location: Stockland Shellharbour, 211 Lake Entrance Rd, Shellharbour City Centre, NSW 2529 When: The job can be completed at your earliest convenience. Please state your availability in your offer. Please provide a comprehensive quote for the complete job. Your offer should include all labour costs AND the cost of supplying one new LED downlight fitting. Thank you.

Steve completed the task promptly and professionally. The faulty downlight was replaced efficiently with no issues. Great communication and reliable service, highly recommended.

Install light switch with fan control

$80

West Wollongong NSW, Australia

21st Mar 2026

Install wall switch. Will require some carpentry skills to to fit switch successfully

Amazing! Thanks for superb work

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!