Electrical work in Australia: prices and what to check
An electrician in Australia usually charges between A$80 and A$120 an hour. A single power point installed with materials costs roughly A$160–200, and a partial rewire of a house about A$3,000–8,000. To see current prices for your own job, describe it in a request on BlaBlaPrice.
Approximate prices in Australia, November 2026 (sellers' websites)| Job | Price range |
|---|
| Power point installed, with materials | A$160–200 |
| Data, TV or NBN point | A$300–550 |
| Ceiling fan installation | A$250–800 |
| Outdoor lights, per hour of work | A$75–125 |
| Partial rewire of a house | A$3,000–8,000 |
| Full rewire of a conventional home | A$8,000–15,000 |
Licences depend on the state
Electrical work is licensed state by state, and fees differ widely. In New South Wales, electrical licence fees start from about A$387. In Queensland, application fees start at A$75.70, and the renewal fee is A$97.15 for 2026–27. A Restricted Electrical Worker's licence in Victoria, for disconnecting and reconnecting, costs A$714.80 for five years. Before work starts, ask the electrician to show the licence that applies in your state and to give you the licence number.
Why November is a good time to book
November comes just before summer, which runs from December to February in Australia. Ceiling fans, outdoor lights and extra power points are often wanted before the hottest weeks, so a booking made now leaves time for quotes, scheduling and the work itself. If the date is flexible, outdoor lighting and external work can wait for the cooler months, June to August.
How the work is priced here
Prices are quoted per hour, per day or per job, so compare like with like. In Sydney a full day of eight hours runs about A$805–1,200, while shorter jobs are A$92–170 an hour. Perth hourly rates commonly range from A$90 to A$200. Ask whether a quote includes materials, because many listed prices say so explicitly. Give room sizes in square metres (m²) and cable runs in metres, since local quotes use metric units.
What to put in your request
- the type of work and its scope, for example one new power point or a full rewire;
- house, unit or commercial premises, and the floor area in m²;
- wall material (brick or plasterboard), and whether the switchboard and roof space are accessible;
- suburb and city: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth or Adelaide;
- who supplies the materials, your deadline and your budget in A$.
Describe the job in your own words in the BlaBlaPrice chat, and add a photo of the switchboard or the room if it helps. The request is free for buyers. BlaBlaPrice's AI asks about any missing details, looks through sellers' websites and price lists in Australia, and shows the prices and businesses it finds. Registered sellers then reply in the chat with their own price and terms. Start from household services or create a request now.
Questions and answers
How much does an electrician charge per hour in Australia?
Most electricians charge between A$80 and A$120 an hour, and rates in Perth commonly range from A$90 to A$200. The final cost depends on the job, parts and access.
How much does a house rewire cost?
According to sellers' websites, a partial rewire usually costs about A$3,000–8,000, and a full rewire of a conventional home about A$8,000–15,000.
Do electricians need a licence in every state?
Electrical work is licensed state by state, so check the licence that applies where the job is. Fees differ, from A$30 for a Western Australian electrical contractor licence to A$714.80 for a Victorian disconnect and reconnect licence over five years.
Is November a good month to book electrical work?
Yes, it is the start of summer, when fans, outdoor lights and power points are often wanted, so booking now gives you time before the hottest weeks.
