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Replace light in kitchen- Electrician

$70

Andrew installed 3 power points, he arrived on time, job very well done and quickly done. I highly recommend him if any one is looking for a experienced, efficient and quick Electrician.

A Good Electrician to install 3 power outlets

$200

Excellent job!

Heat lamp installed in bathroom by electrician

$170

Excellent work. Professional service delivery and finished job with exceeding expectations

Replace 3 double power point to wall

$50

Great job Thanks

Replace light switch and install new power point

$125

Job well done! Thanks Andrew. Fast, reliable and good communication. Would recommend, and would go through Andrew again in future.

Replace three wall powerpoints/sockets

$70

What's the average cost of an electrician in Canberra

$130 - $300

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$130

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$200

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$300

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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. 

Whether you need help with a quick repair or major electrical installation, it's easy to hire a professional electrician on Airtasker. Post your task and connect with electric contractors near you who are ready to help.

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 Canberra

Reset/fix air conditioner control. I southern Canberra

$200

Isaacs ACT, Australia

11th Jul 2025

The air conditioner isn’t responding to commands or setting. Means ac is coming on and off at strange times. It’s a Brivas system.

Replace 2 switches in my property

$80

Braddon ACT, Australia

10th Jul 2025

Find a qualified person to replace 2 switches in my investment property at Braddon

Replacement of electric water heater

$1,300

Ngunnawal ACT 2913, Australia

10th Jul 2025

Rheem instant electric water heater not working. Need replacement.

Run new telephone line so vdsl2 tech can connect his line to house

$200

Kambah ACT, Australia

8th Jul 2025

We require another phone cable ran from our kitchen, into the roof and to the back of the house so that the iinet tech can connect the VDSL2 line from the pole to the house.

Smoke alarm

$50

Jacka ACT 2914, Australia

8th Jul 2025

Need to fix smoke alarm not locking

Down lights and dual power point

$500

Calwell ACT, Australia

8th Jul 2025

Supply and install around seven dimmable down lights and one dual wall point wall power socket by a qualified sparky

Subcontractor - Add power point to wall for TV mount

$150

Palmerston ACT, Australia

8th Jul 2025

Need a licensed electrician to install a power point behind the TV to be mounted. I will provide the material such as the reassessed power point box and the wall plate. I will also help. Thank you for all the offers. I got an existing electrician do the job eminent. I will keep this task open in case I get short in the next coming weeks. Thank you.

New phone line for iiNEt connection

$200

Kambah ACT, Australia

7th Jul 2025

Need to run a new phone line from the current point to the back corner of our house so that iiNet can install their line. Single story, brick veneer, colorbond roof.

I need a sparky for some landscaping light fittings. around 15

$1,000

Throsby ACT, Australia

7th Jul 2025

have some bollard lights which need to be fitted and a power point is need to be installed

Install gas water heater

$250

Franklin ACT, Australia

6th Jul 2025

Gas fitter license to install Rinnai gas water heater.Need to modify,some adapters to fit into Rheem box.Check and test for leak.Disposable the old one.,

Light fitting

$80

Macgregor ACT, Australia

4th Jul 2025

Swap one pendant light for another light in the kitchen

Electrical Outlet Replacement for Stove

$50

Taylor ACT, Australia

24th Jun 2025

Replacement of broken button for outlet for electric cook top.

Thank you for your help!

Need an electrician to add in a total of 5 PowerPoints at office

$500

Greenway ACT, Australia

11th Jun 2025

Just need a qualified electrician to add in 5 PowerPoints around our office space

Codi was great, thank you!

Electrician

$30

Barton ACT, Australia

22nd Apr 2025

Just need an electrician to change out a broken switch in the kitchen. I have the switch already, needs to be changed over. Should be 5 minutes work, just needs someone with qualifications.

Aaron was great! He promptly responded and fixed our issue within minutes. Thanks again!

Replace 6 PowerPoint, I will supply the switches.

$150

Chifley ACT, Australia

21st Apr 2025

Replace 6 PowerPoints. I have the new switches but don't know how to do wiring

Andrew was great. Very professional and knowledgeable.

Fix lights in garage that would require an electrician

$150

O'Malley, Australian Capital Territory, AUS

20th Apr 2025

Repair light fighting in garage

Excellent work. Very professional.

Installation of an oven by qualified electrician

$80

Holt ACT, Australia

9th Apr 2025

I just need an electrician to install a new oven - the old will have been removed, new oven already bought and will be delivered on Monday morning. No new wiring will be needed.

Aaron did an amazing job and went the extra mile to help me when a few hiccups occurred. Would definitely hire him again in future

Rewire 2 x Floor Lamps

$100

Torrens ACT, Australia

8th Apr 2025

Hi there! I bought two cane floor lamps that need to be wired up with a switch and a light socket (preferably E27) that can take a lamp shade

Riley is great! He wired up some old school cane floor lamps for me and even made the bulb holders fit to look like they came with the lamp posts. Definitely recommend!

Lamp repair - electrical

$50

Narrabundah ACT, Australia

17th Mar 2025

When we moved, the white connection on this lamp came off and the wires were separated. Need an electrician to fix.

Great job! Punctual and quick.

Change light fixtures and switches

$350

Kingston ACT, Australia

13th Jan 2025

Replace 4 oyster lights with 2 x new oyster lights, 1 x 3-piece spot one 1 x flush ceiling light with basket shade. I have the new lights that need to be installed. Replace 10 light switches through the apartment with new switches and change the location of two switches, if possible.

Very professional and easy to deal with. Did a great job.