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Areas in Hume
Electricians based across the areas of Hume.
Where the electricians are
150electricians
Electricians in Wodonga & Alpine
62 based here · Area
Electricians in Upper Goulburn Valley
51 based here · Area
Electricians in Wangaratta & Benalla
37 based here · Area
What to expect when hiring electricians in Hume
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 Hume
Hume 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 5 reviews. Of the 115 rated electricians based in Hume, 24 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
- 4.78
- typical reviews
- 5
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 20+
Star rating
73% of electricians here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 5 or fewer reviews
How do areas in Hume compare?
| Area | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Wangaratta & Benalla28 rated electricians11 typical reviews | 4.88 | 28 | 11 |
| Wodonga & Alpine45 rated electricians5 typical reviews | 4.80 | 45 | 5 |
| All Hume115 rated electricians5 typical reviews | 4.78 | 115 | 5 |
| Upper Goulburn Valley42 rated electricians5 typical reviews | 4.70 | 42 | 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 Hume. 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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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 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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