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Areas in Hobart
Electricians based across the areas of Hobart.
Where the electricians are
117electricians
+ 1 more area in Hobart
Electricians in Inner Hobart
27 based here · Area
Electricians in Hobart North East
39 based here · Area
Electricians in Hobart North West
28 based here · Area
Electricians in Hobart South & West
16 based here · Area
Electricians in Sorell & Dodges Ferry
4 based here · Area
Electricians in Brighton
3 based here · Area
What to expect when hiring electricians in Hobart
Where electricians in Hobart 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 the Hobart region
Cambridge has the most electricians in the Hobart region, while jobs in 74 suburbs (including Allens Rivulet and Barretta) will need tradies to travel in.
Electricians based in each suburb
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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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- Allens Rivulet
- Barretta
- Berriedale
- Bonnet Hill
- Boomer Bay
- Boyer
- Bream Creek
- Bridgewater
- Carlton
- Carlton River
- Chigwell
- Clarendon Vale
- Clifton Beach
- Collinsvale
- Coningham
- Connellys Marsh
- Copping
- Cremorne
- Dowsing Point
- Dromedary
- Dulcot
- Dynnyrne
- Fern Tree
- Forcett
- Gagebrook
- Glebe
- Glenlusk
- Grasstree Hill
- Herdsmans Cove
- Howden
- Kellevie
- Kingston
- Kingston Beach
- Lauderdale
- Lawitta
- Lewisham
- Longley
- Lower Longley
- Lower Snug
- Magra
- Malbina
- Marion Bay
- Midway Point
- Montagu Bay
- Montrose
- Mount Stuart
- Neika
- Nugent
- Oakdowns
- Opossum Bay
- Orielton
- Otago
- Oyster Cove
- Pawleena
- Penna
- Pontville
- Primrose Sands
- Queens Domain
- Richmond
- Ridgeway
- Roches Beach
- Rose Bay
- Rosetta
- Rosny
- Rosny Park
- Sandfly
- Snug
- Sorell Creek
- South Arm
- Tea Tree
- Tinderbox
- Wattle Hill
- Wellington Park
- West Moonah
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How to choose a good electrician in Hobart
Hobart 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 80 rated electricians based in Hobart, 21 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
- 4.61
- 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 Hobart compare?
| Area | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Inner Hobart18 rated electricians12 typical reviews | 4.77 | 18 | 12 |
| Hobart South & West12 rated electricians12 typical reviews | 4.70 | 12 | 12 |
| All Hobart80 rated electricians8 typical reviews | 4.61 | 80 | 8 |
| Hobart North East29 rated electricians4 typical reviews | 4.52 | 29 | 4 |
| Hobart North West15 rated electricians8 typical reviews | 4.38 | 15 | 8 |
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 Hobart. 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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Credentials for the job
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Do electricians need a licence in TAS?
Electricians need a licence in TAS for any job.
The electrician needs an electrical practitioner licence. The business needs an electrical contractor licence.
- Licence
- Electrical contractor licence
- Categories
- Electrician
- Regulator
- Consumer Affairs Tasmania
Sources: Occupational Licensing (Electrical Work) Regulations 2018, consumeraffairs.tas.gov.au. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
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