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What to expect when hiring electricians in Rockhampton
How to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.
How to choose a good electrician in Rockhampton
Ratings for electricians in Rockhampton vary more than in most areas. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.
Here, using the star rating will help you choose a good electrician. The average is 4.54 and the typical electrician has 5 reviews. Of the 48 rated electricians within 30 km of Rockhampton, 7 have 4.8 stars or more from at least 20 reviews.
SureQuote rankings take both star rating and review count into consideration to ensure you're seeing the best of the bunch. Updated October 2026.
- average rating
- 4.54
- typical reviews
- 5
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 20+
Star rating
65% of electricians here have 4.8 or more
Number of reviews
Half have 5 or fewer reviews
How does that compare to other suburbs?
| Suburb | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockhampton48 rated electricians5 typical reviews | 4.54 | 48 | 5 |
| Rockhampton City48 rated electricians5 typical reviews | 4.54 | 48 | 5 |
| North Rockhampton48 rated electricians5 typical reviews | 4.54 | 48 | 5 |
| Rockhampton North48 rated electricians5 typical reviews | 4.54 | 48 | 5 |
| Allenstown48 rated electricians5 typical reviews | 4.54 | 48 | 5 |
| Rockhampton Hospital48 rated electricians5 typical reviews | 4.54 | 48 | 5 |
What electrical costs
Across Australia, electrical typically runs $212 – $600 for powerpoints & switches, and $206 – $798 for lighting installation.
Local prices vary, so these are typical Australia-wide ranges, not a quote for Rockhampton. What you'll pay comes down to the size of the job, the condition of what's being worked on, and the finish you choose. Get a few quotes to see your exact number — it's free.
What's in a good Electrical quote?
A good quote spells out how the job is priced and what's covered — labour, materials, prep and clean-up — so you're comparing like for like. Check what each electrician's quote covers before you choose.
Worth knowing: getting two or three quotes is the simplest way to land a fair price — and it costs you nothing.
- 01Compliance certificate
A Certificate of Electrical Safety, listed at no extra cost.
- 02Licence number
State licence and ABN on the quote, so you can verify them.
- 03Itemised materials
Brand names with model numbers, not just generic labels.
- 04RCD safety switches
Every circuit RCD-protected, as AS/NZS 3000 requires.
- 05Exclusions
Wall patching, asbestos or disposal, before you compare prices.
- 06Warranty
The workmanship period in writing, usually 12 months.
Cheapest isn't always the best. Check these before you hire anybody.
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Do electricians need a licence in QLD?
Electricians need a licence in QLD for any job.
The business needs an electrical contractor licence. Each electrician needs an electrical work licence.
- Licence
- Electrical contractor licence
- Regulator
- Electrical Safety Office
Sources: Electrical Safety Act 2002, worksafe.qld.gov.au. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
Electricians based in Rockhampton
- The Power Shop - Complete Solar Energy Solutions5.0 (1)
- Stanke Electrics4.6 (18)
- RILEC Electrical4.3 (6)
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