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Really friendly guy, quick work, job well done!

I need pendant light installation

$120

Very professional and skilled.

Solar light installation

$5

Simon completed the job excellently. Would use him for any future works and recommend him to others. Thanks

Skylight installation

$1,000

Good, reliable and friendly service.

Downlight installation

$35

Great job. Friendly, knowledgeable guy. Will hire again. Thanks Craig

I need pendant light installation

$80

Great work

Outside ceiling light installation

$300

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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.

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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. 

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Mazda cx-5 Daytime Running Light installation

$100

Narrabeen NSW, Australia

25th Sep 2023

Hi, I need a car electrician to install the Daytime running light on my mazda cx5 2017. It includes 1 set LED DRL (left and right). You can find its link at the end of the next paragraph if you require any further information. I am flexible, it can be done weekdays from 08:00 till 17:00 in Narrabeen. Just found this amazing item on AliExpress. Check it out! AU$60.91 53%OFF | 3 Colors LED Daytime Running Light For Mazda CX-5 CX5 2017 2018 2019 DRL Flowing Turn Signal Fog Lamp Waterproof https://a.aliexpress.com/_mrFooLc Thanks - Due date: Flexible - Due date: Flexible

Down light installer

$200

Dubbo NSW 2830, Australia

25th Sep 2023

im looking for licensed electrician to install down lights and power points - Due date: Flexible

Electrical work - Light installation

$2,000

Ashmore QLD, Australia

23rd Sep 2023

I am in the process of renovating my home and need the following electrical installation work done: Install 21 Downlights 2 x kitchen island pendants 6 x ceiling fans Install 1 x vanity mirror light Master bedroom – Install 4 x Downlights (2 pairs of downlights. Each pair to have its own dimmer and switch) Install a ceiling fan (Normal ceiling fan without light) Master bedroom ensuite – Install 2 x Downlights – with own switch – No dimmer Install a vanity mirror light. 2nd bedroom- Install 2 x Downlights – With dimmer and own switch Install a ceiling fan (Normal ceiling fan without light) 3rd Room- Install 4 x Downlights (2 pairs of downlights. Each pair to have its own dimmer and switch) Install a ceiling fan (Normal ceiling fan without light) Install 1 x Downlight in the WIR space – with its own switch – No dimmer Lounge space: Install 1 ceiling fan (with built-in light) Dining space: Install 1 ceiling fan (with built-in light) Kitchen: 2 x Kitchen Island pendant – with own switch – No dimmer 2 x Downlights - with own switch and dimmer 2 x Downlights - with own switch and dimmer 2 x Downlights - with own switch and dimmer Total: Install 21 Downlights 2 x kitchen island pendants 6 x ceiling fans Install 1 x vanity mirror light I will supply the downlights, kitchen island pendants, ceiling fans, and vanity mirror light. Sparkies Electrical to supply switches and dimmers. - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 29 September 2023

Kitchen pendant light installation

$300

Murrumbeena VIC, Australia

20th Sep 2023

Need two pendant lights installed over kitchen island. Both are same brand but different size. Also need switch installed to turn them on. Many thanks. - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 22 September 2023

Lovely guy. Great work. Efficient!

Mazda cx-5 daytime running light installation

$100

Narrabeen NSW, Australia

20th Sep 2023

Hi, I need a car electrician to install the Daytime running light on my mazda cx5 2017. It includes 1 set LED DRL (left and right). You can find its link at the end of the next paragraph if you require any further information. I am flexible, it can be done weekdays from 08:00 till 17:00 in Narrabeen. Just found this amazing item on AliExpress. Check it out! AU$60.91 53%OFF | 3 Colors LED Daytime Running Light For Mazda CX-5 CX5 2017 2018 2019 DRL Flowing Turn Signal Fog Lamp Waterproof https://a.aliexpress.com/_mrFooLc Thanks - Due date: Flexible

3 Light switches installed to existing wires and a light installed

$300

Gateshead NSW, Australia

19th Sep 2023

I have 3 touch light switches and a pendant light i want installed. - Due date: Flexible

Ceiling fan and light installation

$200

Canterbury NSW, Australia

19th Sep 2023

I need 3 ceiling fans/lights with remotes installed. - Due date: Flexible

Oleksandr is a consummate professional. Efficient, reasonable and friendly with a sharp eye for detail. I thoroughly recommend him.

Drive light install

$80

Homebush West NSW 2140澳大利亚

17th Sep 2023

Need help for connect driving light to battery and button inside, cable provided see photo, - Due date: Flexible

Pendant light installation

$150

Pakenham VIC, Australia

16th Sep 2023

Pendant light installation in the lounge room of a single storey home in Pakenham, roof access available. Need to replace 2 gang switch with 3 gang switch. Must supply the switch. Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 16 September 2023

Tom did a good job installing our pendant light. Great communication and punctual. Thanks Tom, till next time!

Celling LED light installation and flyscreen wheels fix

$80

Wollstonecraft NSW, Australia

14th Sep 2023

Can someone please do two small jobs for us: install celling LED light and flyscreen wheel fix. - Due date: Flexible

Excellent! Will work with him when needed.

Bathroom heat light installed

$200

Cronulla NSW, Australia

11th Sep 2023

I’m putting in a new ceiling and need an electrician to install the new heat light where an existing light was. - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 13 September 2023

Job completed On time Good worker

New light installation in kitchen and shower

$650

Southbank VIC, Australia

11th Sep 2023

Electrician required to install a light over the kitchen bench and a new light/fan combo over shower. Kitchen: Pendant light to be installed over island bench. Floating ceiling should hopefully make it easy to access wiring. Requires a separate light switch installed in wall near door. See below for product description. Please mention how the plaster work will be handled. https://amzn.asia/d/7wQxjpF Shower: Replacing existing exhaust vent with new fan light combo module. Requires wiring. Easy access to ceiling via man hole. Will use existing light switch. https://www.fansonline.com.au/martec-flow-250-ceiling-exhaust-fan-white.html - Due date: Flexible

Fantastic eye for detail, no fuss, friendly and very professional.

CCTV Camera and Flood Light Installation

$250

Frenchs Forest NSW 2086, Australia

8th Sep 2023

Swann brand smart security system with 4 cameras and a DVR & flood light installation. The task is to install the 4 cameras on outside locations of my house in French's Forest and have them connected back to the DVR. The second task is to install a flood light outside of the house which does not have a power source near by. The CCTV and flood lights are brand new. See images of model and what's included in the boxes. Flood light brand and model - "Arlec DIY security sensor floodlight" MAL298P CCTV brand and model - "Swann smart security system" SWDVK-446804WL - Due date: Flexible

Very knowledgeable, helpful and hard working. Would definitely recommend and would definitely use his services again in the future

Outdoor fan/light install

$120

Toowong QLD, Australia

21st Aug 2023

I have a new outdoor fan/ light to be installed on my balcony in my unit to repkace the existing light. There is a remote to be linked to the indoor light switch. - Due date: Needs to be done on Tuesday, 22 August 2023

Went the extra mile and I would highly recommend. Thank you ao much.

2 x outdoor camera installation and LED light installation

$500

Epping NSW, Australia

19th Aug 2023

Looking for someone to install security cameras x2 outside my house. Also want to change 3 Led lights - Due date: Flexible

Very satisfied with the work, highly recommended

GPO and downlight installation on this Saturday

$240

Manly NSW, Australia

17th Aug 2023

Assistance in downlight and GPO installation, 8:00~17:00. I can give you a lift to Manly from Ryde. - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 19 August 2023

good workin hardworking

Get a pendant light installed and ,fix laundry exhaust & light

$200

Gungahlin ACT, Australia

15th Aug 2023

Job 1:Installation of One pendant light in the living room. Job 2:My laundry exhaust has stopped working and needs cleaning. - Due date: Flexible

Ashley was super efficient- quickly installed the ceiling light. He did his best to investigate what was wrong with our exhaust fan. Really happy with his service.

Dining light install

$250

City of Campbelltown SA, Australia

13th Aug 2023

install dining light on top of my dining table - Due date: Flexible

very helpful and efficient

Light installation

$100

St Kilda VIC, Australia

5th Aug 2023

Looking for a qualified electrician to install a light - Due date: Before Wednesday, 9 August 2023

Did a great job installing my light super happy 😊

Coach light install

$80

Deer Park VIC, Australia

5th Aug 2023

Would like to replace old coach light with a new coach light - Due date: Flexible

I'm pleased to share my 5-star review for Carl's work. His communication was impeccable, keeping me informed at every step. He arrived punctually and demonstrated a keen eye for detail during the light installation. Carl's efficiency in completing the task was impressive. I highly recommend his services for any installation needs.