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Great job, very professional and a very good service. Thanks for your help with getting the lights up.

Change two hanging light installations

$100

Job is done smoothly and met expectations

Led light installation

$70

Joseph was courteous and very nice. He did the job really well. I have no hesitation in recommending Joseph to anyone looking for a sparky.

Licensed Electrician for Floodlight Installation

$100

Nice guy and job is well done

Velux skylight install

$5

Perfect completion of job. Did what was expected, and communicated throughout process so that it was to my liking. Professional. Would highly recommend as an electrician. Thank you.

Pendant light installment + electrical re-wiring

$200

Michael was amazing went above and beyond would highly recommend and will use again.

Light installed

$200

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Why waste time looking for someone to install your lights for jobs like a kitchen renovation or bathroom renovation when it's faster, more cost-efficient and convenient to use our platform? You can hire an expert to install your lights through Airtasker to save yourself the time and effort of installing lights yourself.

The key is to make a post on Airtasker. List all the crucial details like your address, the type of lights you need to be installed, number of lights, your budget, and how soon you want the job done. Within minutes, qualified local Taskers will approach you about the job and give you a free quote. You can see reviews and ratings of potential hires to help you decide.

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Top Light Installation related questions

No. The light installation experts you hire typically have their own tools and equipment already. Apart from the years of practice, experience and skills, you can expect your Tasker to bring the necessary tools and equipment with them when they arrive at your location. But if you have any tools or equipment that you think might make their job more comfortable, you are certainly welcome to lend these to them for the duration of the job. 

The time it takes to complete a light installation service depends on the complexity of the job. If it's a matter of replacing an old light fixture with a new one and using existing wiring, then this can take as little as 45 minutes. Should the installation require new wiring, cutting a new hole in the wall or ceiling and mounting a new light fixture, new switch and a dimmer, expect this to take a couple of hours. 

Absolutely. Should you operate a business that specialises in services like these, you can hire Taskers to help. Hiring Taskers is especially useful if you have more jobs than you can handle, so make a post on our platform with all the crucial details about your job. In minutes, you can find capable locals to assist in delivering your service. You can even hire Taskers for uncommon jobs like LED installation, landscape lighting and solar panel installation. 

That depends on whether you have the right tools, time, patience, experience and skills. In the case of installing a simple ceiling light or fixture, you can do this yourself if it's not too complicated and doesn't involve wiring work. For chandeliers, these can be heavy and difficult to handle, so it might be safer to hire an expert on our platform to do this for you. 

Sure! You can hire Taskers to install most lights available on the market. Just be sure to make a detailed post on our platform that describes your LED lights, where you want them installed and how many you want to be installed. That way, we can connect you quickly with Taskers near your location that have the skills and experience to do the job. 

Yes. You can find a Tasker that can help you with wiring and mounting the lights on your light art installation. Describe in detail what sort of lights you want to be installed and what the lights are supposed to do - must they simply turn on or off? Should they blink? These and other important details can help you find a Tasker that can install your lights into your artwork and light it up the way you want. 

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

Powerpoint and downlight installation

$500

Truganina VIC, Australia

9th Sep 2025

4 powerpoints 12 downlights Bathroom exhaust fan repair/ replacement Single story, tiles

Driving Light Installation

$10

Taylor ACT, Australia

9th Sep 2025

I need help installing a driving light on to my 2012 Mazda 3. The light and the other supplies can be provided. I need someone to install it for me. Happy to drive to your workplace or any other preferred location.

Sensor light install hard wired. 3 pos Light switch with manual mode

$320

West Footscray VIC, Australia

9th Sep 2025

PLEASE READ TASK DESCRIPTION. I WILL NOT HIRE ANY STOCK RESPONSES. Sensor light installation with light switch wired to enable manual mode (always on). Install three pos light switch (see pic). I currently have a sensor light installed, however not sure if it has a manual mode option, therefore have purchased ‘Brilliant Black Raptor III Twin Security Light with Sensor’ (see pic and manual). - 3 pos light switch supplied - Sensor light supplied You’ll need to run an additional wire from new 3 pos switch to sensor light. There are currently three wires running from light switch to current sensor light. Inside light switch is approx 3 metres from sensor light. Roof is tiled.

Skylight installation

$300

Hunters Hill NSW, Australia

8th Sep 2025

Installation of a skylight - current corrugated iron roof - negotiable on labour alone or including material

Roof skylight installation

$100

Bunya QLD 4055, Australia

8th Sep 2025

I like to install budget skylight roof pannel to bright the area

Light Installation + Wall Outlet Replacement

$10

Newtown NSW, Australia

7th Sep 2025

1) Install 4 × Iris wall lights (fixtures + globes supplied). Mount, connect to existing lighting circuit/switching, test. 2) Replace 7 down lights. Remove DL1362/WH 13 W Samsung 5630 LED (hard wired) units and fit pluggable Arlec ALD295 tri-colour LED down lights. 3) Replace 2 single GPOs with double power points. One location has damaged plaster (see images). The down lights + light fixture & globes and wall outlets are supplied.

Downlight installation

$700

Bullsbrook WA, Australia

7th Sep 2025

Installing 12 downlights. Clipsal 7w downlights supplied. New house just completed.

Need new LED light installed in kids room

$300

Plumpton NSW 2761, Australia

7th Sep 2025

Need new LED light installed and possible new power point installed. Photos attached of light / and where we want new power point.

Power Point + Backyard Sensor Light Install

$5

Rockbank VIC 3335, Australia

1st Sep 2025

1. Install a new double power point behind fireplace. Location: Ground floor of a double-storey house There are existing power points on both sides of the target wall (easy access). Already have power point purchased to use. Wall is plaster, not brick. 2. Install an outdoor sensor light I have the light just need it installed. Wiring already in place (just needs mounting + connection). Located near back door, reachable with a standard ladder which I have. 🛠️ Bonus Task (Optional): Trim skirting board. I’m installing a freestanding electric fireplace and want it flush against the wall. Skirting board is blocking it from sitting flat. If you're handy and can cut/trim a section of the skirting, happy to pay extra for that too. Please send through your quotes, thanks 😁 (quote for labour only, I have the power point and sensor light) *Please add quote including ALL fee's, thank you

Got the job done with no complaints, will use again, thanks

Bathroom ceiling light install

$80

Abbotsford VIC, Australia

30th Aug 2025

I need the current light fitting removed and replaced with a new light fitting I have purchased. Both lights are hard wired in so I need a certified electrician.

Karl was amazing. Really happy with the new light he installed. Great communication, arrived on time and was so friendly. Highly recommend!

Pendant light installation

$85

Brunswick East VIC 3057, Australia

30th Aug 2025

Just need a sparky to do a really quick replacement of this pendant with another. Got everything ready to go, just don't want to wing it myself

Lovely guy, great work

Electrician required - light install and replacement

$200

Bardon QLD, Australia

13th Aug 2025

Hello! We are looking for an electrician to help us with 2 small jobs. 1. Replace two old ceiling lights with new fixtures we have purchased. Old lights currently a bit flickery. (Photos attached) 2. Install one led down light in the dark section of bathroom (down light not purchased). Thank you! Georgia and Nathan

Harry was knowledgeable, friendly and had great communication. Will definitely get him back to help with future jobs! Thank you!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Flood flash light installation

$250

Rocklea QLD, Australia

11th Aug 2025

I have two flash flood lights with wire need installation please. It’s an electrician job, if need wire extension happy to pay extra for that and I want one outdoor switch. Let me know if you could do it ?

Amazing work, punctual and good communication

Ceiling fan with light installation

$300

Kellyville NSW, Australia

8th Aug 2025

I would like a ceiling fan with light installed in my lounge room. There is currently a light fitting with single switch at entrance to the room. My photos show the ceiling and roof of the room, and the external wall that is opposite the light switch. (I’m not really sure what an electrician would need to know/see.) I will pre purchase the ceiling fan/light.

Fantastic job - Aro is very polite and completed the job without any issues.

Electrician light installation

$200

St Kilda VIC, Australia

4th Aug 2025

Two x pendant light fittings to be switched for new. Ground floor apartment. On site parking. Photos attached. One light fitting to move rooms. One new fixture.

Prompt. Tidy. Knew what he was doing and could be left to go about what was required. Thank you

LED light installation

$50

Woodcroft SA, Australia

2nd Aug 2025

Need an Electrician to install new LED light

Paul and Dianne were friendly and did their job efficiently and quickly. Would highly recommend Paul and Dianne.

Brake light install

$123

Wellard WA 6170, Australia

1st Aug 2025

I need a pair of brake lights installed on utility tray , I've attached a photo

Top bloke he did a terrific job , thanks mate 👍

External Flood light installation

$250

Surrey Hills VIC, Australia

31st Jul 2025

Replace 2x flood lights on 1st story and 1x on 2nd story house. Wiring already in place on existing flood lights. Access to 2nd story is via garage roof and then 2nd story flat roof visa short ladder.

Fantastic job … nice guy. Happy to use him again.

Skylight install, carpentry and plastering

$5

Frankston North VIC 3200, Australia

11th Jul 2025

Install a skylight, timber frame and plastering

Miguel did an outstanding job installing our skylight. His attention to detail with the carpentry and plastering was excellent — the finish was clean and professional. He was punctual, easy to communicate with, and clearly takes pride in his work. Highly recommended!

Downlight installation

$120

Box Hill NSW, Australia

20th Jun 2025

Downlight installation and sensor installation - View all the details of this offer: https://www.airtasker.com/offers/01JY5JC2PSFVK0DJFBR6W17G81

Job well done! Very reliable