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Areas in Northern Adelaide
Electricians based across the areas of Northern Adelaide.
Where the electricians are
157electricians
Electricians in Salisbury
41 based here · Area
Electricians in Tea Tree Gully
39 based here · Area
Electricians in Playford
26 based here · Area
Electricians in Port Adelaide East
26 based here · Area
Electricians in Gawler & Two Wells
25 based here · Area
What to expect when hiring electricians in Northern Adelaide
Where electricians in Northern Adelaide are based, how to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.
Where electricians are based in Northern Adelaide
Willaston has the most electricians in Northern Adelaide, while jobs in 50 suburbs (including Bibaringa and Blair Athol) will need tradies to travel in.
Electricians based in each suburb
- None listed yet
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The map shows approximately where businesses are based, but tradies will often travel for work. Darker shading means higher availability in an area.
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- Angle Vale
- Banksia Park
- Blakeview
- Brahma Lodge
- Broadview
- Buckland Park
- Burton
- Clearview
- Davoren Park
- Dernancourt
- Direk
- Edinburgh
- Edinburgh North
- Elizabeth Downs
- Elizabeth East
- Elizabeth Park
- Elizabeth Vale
- Fairview Park
- Gawler
- Gawler River
- Gepps Cross
- Green Fields
- Greenacres
- Humbug Scrub
- Kalbeeba
- Klemzig
- Kudla
- Lightsview
- Manningham
- Modbury North
- Northfield
- Oakden
- One Tree Hill
- Para Hills
- Para Vista
- Paralowie
- Penfield
- Redwood Park
- Reid
- Ridgehaven
- Salisbury
- Salisbury East
- Salisbury Heights
- Salisbury South
- Sampson Flat
- Sefton Park
- Smithfield Plains
- St Agnes
- Tea Tree Gully
- Two Wells
- Valley View
- Vista
- Walkley Heights
- Wynn Vale
None listed yet
- Bibaringa
- Blair Athol
- Bolivar
- Buchfelde
- Cavan
- Concordia
- Dry Creek
- Elizabeth
- Elizabeth Grove
- Elizabeth North
- Elizabeth South
- Enfield
- Evanston
- Evanston Gardens
- Evanston Park
- Evanston South
- Eyre
- Gawler South
- Gawler West
- Gilles Plains
- Globe Derby Park
- Gould Creek
- Hampstead Gardens
- Highbury
- Hillbank
- Hillcrest
- Hillier
- Hope Valley
- Kangaroo Flat
- Kingsford
- Macdonald Park
- Munno Para
- Munno Para Downs
- Munno Para West
- Northgate
- Parafield
- Penfield Gardens
- Roseworthy
- Salisbury Downs
- Salisbury North
- Salisbury Park
- Smithfield
- St Kilda
- Surrey Downs
- Uleybury
- Virginia
- Ward Belt
- Waterloo Corner
- Yatala Vale
- Yattalunga
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How to choose a good electrician in Northern Adelaide
Northern Adelaide has plenty of well-reviewed electricians to choose from. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.
Most electricians here are rated highly, so it helps to check how many reviews sit behind a rating. The typical electrician has 8 reviews. Of the 120 rated electricians based in Northern Adelaide, 31 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
- 4.75
- typical reviews
- 8
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 20+
Star rating
61% of electricians here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 8 or fewer reviews
How do areas in Northern Adelaide compare?
| Area | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Salisbury33 rated electricians16 typical reviews | 4.89 | 33 | 16 |
| Playford17 rated electricians6 typical reviews | 4.79 | 17 | 6 |
| Port Adelaide East20 rated electricians8 typical reviews | 4.78 | 20 | 8 |
| All Northern Adelaide120 rated electricians8 typical reviews | 4.75 | 120 | 8 |
| Tea Tree Gully29 rated electricians4 typical reviews | 4.74 | 29 | 4 |
| Gawler & Two Wells21 rated electricians5 typical reviews | 4.48 | 21 | 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 Northern Adelaide. 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.
Things to consider before you book
The local conditions that shape the job, the best time of year to book, and what to sort out before you choose a electrician.
Moderate Water Hardness
Northern Adelaide's water is moderately hard — mineral deposits build up gradually on glass, tiles, taps, and fixtures. Regular professional cleaning helps manage the build-up before it becomes stubborn.
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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Experience near you
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Credentials for the job
Licence, insurance and business details
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Do electricians need a licence in SA?
Electricians need a licence in SA for any job.
The business needs an electrical contractor licence. Each worker needs an electrical worker registration.
- Licence
- Electrical contractors licence
- Categories
- Restricted licence (a PGE contractors licence limited by conditions)
- Regulator
- Consumer and Business Services
Sources: Plumbers, Gas Fitters and Electricians Act 1995, cbs.sa.gov.au. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
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