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13 Downlight installation

$400

good lads and knowledgeable

Uhf antenna moves and spotlight installations wiring

$150

Fantastic work from Tim. Very accommodating with timing and did the work quickly and with quality. Highly recommended.

Electrician needed - Ring security light install

$100

Great job Luke👍

Light installed

$100

Duc is a great electrician. Completed our downlights for the whole house in one day, provided very good ideas for placement of lights too. Done at a fair price. Job done very cleanly. Would surely recommend Duc, and will work with him again in future when needed.

Inspection for downlight installation

$20

An excellent Electrician who is very sincere and honest about his work. Showed up on time. He was also very humble so no issues to let him work inside the house. Will definitely use again and recommend to friends in future. Best wishes Aktar.

Electrical chandelier/floodlight installation

$150

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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

Ceiling fan with light installation / cash

$150

Yokine WA 6060, Australia

2nd May 2026

Ceiling fan with light installation

Electrician for multiple light installation/fixes

$375

Mermaid Waters QLD, Australia

1st May 2026

Install Kitchen 120cm LED strip Install Laundry 120cm LED strip Install Light over Dining room table Install outside entrance spot light Fix broken light socket on hallway light Fix loose connection on electric chair hand control

Sensor light installation

$100

Glenfield NSW, Australia

1st May 2026

Need to install a tween motion sensor lamp near entry gate

Handyman for light installation and hanging clotheslines

$500

Rosebery NSW, Australia

30th Apr 2026

Installation of 6 external lights and 3 internal. Hang 3-4 paintings, 2 retractable hoses, mount external clothesline plus a couple of small items

Pendant light installed

$200

Hawthorne QLD, Australia

30th Apr 2026

Hi I’m needed an electrician to install a pendant light above and in the middle of this table

Electrical downlight installation

$10

Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia

30th Apr 2026

I need downlights installed in the living area, kitchen, and bedrooms, and in other areas if necessary.

I need a pendant light installed in my stairway

$120

Surry Hills NSW, Australia

29th Apr 2026

I need a pendant light installed in my stairway to replace the current fixture. Will need a ladder to access etc. Photos show the stairs and pendant that we are installing. Simple job for an electrician.

Light installation (certified electrician only)

$80

Hampton East, Victoria

29th Apr 2026

Hi, I’m looking for someone to install some lights in my bedroom. It comes with a remote so i would need that to work and to be connected to the switch as well. You will need to come with your own tools since I don’t have any. The last photo is the current light I have.

Great experience working with Aziz! He was punctual, easy to communicate with and his work was impeccable. I’m very impressed and would gladly work with him again in the future.

Pendant light installation from licensed electrician

$150

Rosebery NSW, Australia

27th Apr 2026

Looking for a licensed electrician to install a pendant light + hanging paper lamp I have the items already just need installation See photos attached

Alan did an excellent job installing my pendant light!

Electrician required - wall light installation

$150

South Maclean QLD 4280, Australia

24th Apr 2026

Electrician required Replace 2 existing outdoor wall lights with new lights.

Fast and efficient. Love our new facade lights! Even threw in a light bulb for us. Will definitely use again

Outdoor light installed

$150

Neutral Bay NSW, Australia

29th Mar 2026

I have a Philips Hue light, looking to install on an exterior wall. (and remove existing spotlight). There will be lots more to do, but let’s start with one!

Great work thank you

Ceiling light installation

$150

Toorak VIC 3142, Australia

19th Mar 2026

Licensed electrician required to install a ceiling light. This is a straightforward job involving the replacement of ONE light fitting only (a single Lexi Lighting fixture with multiple arms, 6 x E27). Existing wiring is already in place, and I will provide the mounting bracket, instructions, and all required bulbs. The job may involve some minor drilling into the ceiling to secure the new bracket. Scope includes removing the existing fitting, installing and mounting the new light, connecting the wiring, and testing to ensure everything is working properly. Please confirm you are a licensed electrician when quoting. If the job is done well, there is potential for further work in the future. Note: I have a ladder available.

Super prompt and professional. Highly recommend Matt.

Down light installation

$2,000

Glenmore Park NSW 2745, Australia

17th Mar 2026

I need to install downlight in the house and switch boards need to be updated accordingly. There are 4 bedrooms, 1 living area and 1 media room. In total 36 downlight, 7 dimmers, some safety switch upgrades.

Loved the work and proactive nature!

Pendant light installation

$190

Fraser Rise VIC, Australia

7th Feb 2026

Need 2 pendant lights installed in our kitchen and dining area. Pendant lights and bulbs provided. NEED DONE TODAY THANK YOU

Installed 2 pendant lights quickly no issues. Thanks!

Security Spotlight Installation.

$100

Glen Iris, Victoria

5th Feb 2026

I need my old security spotlight removed, and replaced with new unit. Very simple. I would do myself but I think someone who knows exactly what’s going on is important. Ideally I’d like someone to come and do straight away. It’s a 10min job

Was on time, and completed what I asked him to do. Professional service. Thank u

Outdoor light installation

$150

Niddrie VIC, Australia

27th Jan 2026

I have bought LED out door light that I need installed today. These lights will replace old ones. I have placed the position of where it needs to go. There are three lights that need to be installed.

Fantastic electrician, if I had to recommend someone it would be Brendan. Thanks heaps for installing the lights for me.

Ceiling Fan with Light Installation

$300

Eagleby QLD 4207, Australia

17th Jan 2026

Install one ceiling fan with integrated light to the living room. Works to include removal of the existing light fitting, installation of the new ceiling fan with light, and replacement of the existing light-only wall switch with a suitable switch to operate the new ceiling fan and light. Preferred all works to be carried out by a licensed electrician. Thank you.

Very satisfied with Mitchell’s workmanship in installing our ceiling fan. Communication was excellent throughout the process, and he is clearly highly skilled and qualified in what he does. The installation was completed efficiently and to a high standard. Highly recommended.

Ceiling light installation / fitting

$11

Fairfield VIC 3078, Australia

16th Jan 2026

We have 3x ceiling lights that we would like fitted / installed (in place of existing light flightings). This would involve the electrical connection of the new light fittings, and the installation of the brackets to the ceiling (hanging of the lamp shades to the light fitting and globes not necessary)

Perfect. Quick, easy and job well done. Thanks Goran

Pendant light installation with minor rewiring

$100

St Kilda VIC, Australia

10th Jan 2026

Need a qualified electrician to install a pendant light in my ceiling. Some rewiring is required. Existing light point is in place. Looking for someone experienced.

He did a great job, really happy with the outcome!

Fan/light installation

$400

Hornsby NSW, Australia

31st Dec 2025

We have three ceiling fans/lights we need installed in three bedrooms. Each spot where the fan is to be installed will replace where a current downlight/ceiling light is located.

Alex was excellent. Would hire again!