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What to expect when hiring electricians in Melbourne
Where electricians near Melbourne are based, how to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.
Where the top 120 electricians near Melbourne are based
Of the top 120 electricians, 6 are based in Melbourne and 35 within 5 km, the most in Richmond, Port Melbourne and Clifton Hill. The other 21 are based more than 15 km away.
- based in Melbourne
- 6
- based within 5 km
- 35
- based within 15 km
- 99
- based further away
- 21
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How to choose a good electrician in Melbourne
Melbourne 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 12 reviews. Of the 626 rated electricians within 15 km of Melbourne, 220 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
- 4.81
- typical reviews
- 12
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 20+
Star rating
76% of electricians here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 12 or fewer reviews
How does that compare to other suburbs?
| Suburb | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne626 rated electricians12 typical reviews | 4.81 | 626 | 12 |
| Abeckett Street642 rated electricians11 typical reviews | 4.80 | 642 | 11 |
| Little Lonsdale Street642 rated electricians11 typical reviews | 4.80 | 642 | 11 |
| North Pole624 rated electricians12 typical reviews | 4.80 | 624 | 12 |
| Collins Street West612 rated electricians12 typical reviews | 4.80 | 612 | 12 |
| Collins Street East612 rated electricians12 typical reviews | 4.80 | 612 | 12 |
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 Melbourne. 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.
Strata Area
Melbourne is predominantly apartments and units — body corporate approval is often needed before external work can start. Check with your owners corporation early in the process.
Body Corp Sign-Off May Be Needed
Melbourne is predominantly apartments and units. Body corporate approval is typically required before electrician work affecting common property, shared wiring, or building systems. Check with your owners corporation early — approval can add weeks.
Check Your Lease Before Booking
Over half of properties in Melbourne are rentals. If you're a tenant, check your lease before booking electrician work — some jobs need landlord approval. End-of-lease services are in high demand here, so book well ahead.
High Demand — Book Tradies Further Ahead
Melbourne has high renovation activity — electrician professionals in the area tend to book further in advance. Getting quotes early gives you the best choice of timing and availability.
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 VIC?
Electricians need a licence in VIC for any job.
Each electrician needs an Energy Safe Victoria licence. The business must be a registered electrical contractor.
- Licence
- Registered Electrical Contractor
- Categories
- Electrical installation work, Electrical inspection work, Electrical linework
- Regulator
- Energy Safe Victoria
Sources: energysafe.vic.gov.au, Electricity Safety (Registration and Licensing) Regulations 2020. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
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Electricians based in Melbourne
- Prolink Trade Group5.0 (42)
- Shockproof Electrical and Data5.0 (23)
- Jenson Electrical5.0 (14)
- Cool Freeze Cooling & Electrical4.3 (35)
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