How much do electricians charge in Wollongong? 2026 pricing guide
Electrical work in Wollongong sits between $80 for a power-point swap and $9,000+ for a full switchboard upgrade with new sub-mains. The wide range is why a phone quote is almost always wrong — the same 'install a downlight' job can be a 30-minute easy retrofit or a half-day job once you factor in attic access and existing wiring.
Below are the typical price bands we work to in Wollongong for the most common residential jobs. Every quote is itemised; every job comes with a Certificate of Electrical Safety. Call 0485 939 966 for an exact quote.
Typical 2026 prices for electrical work in Wollongong
Real ranges from our books, not made-up averages. Every quote we issue is itemised against the work below.
| Service | Typical range (AU 2026) | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| Standard call-out (business hours) | $90 – $150 | Covers first 15–30 minutes for diagnosis. |
| Power point replacement | $120 – $220 | Per point. Standard double GPO; USB or smart-switch a bit more. |
| New power point installation | $220 – $480 | Includes cable run from nearest sub-circuit. Varies with access. |
| Light fitting installation (supply own) | $120 – $280 | Per fitting. Pendant or batten replace. |
| Downlight installation (LED) | $80 – $180 per light | Cheaper in batches of 6+. Includes drill, cable, fitting. |
| Ceiling fan installation | $220 – $480 | Includes wiring, switch, fan. With remote/light combo a bit more. |
| Smoke alarm installation (interconnected) | $220 – $380 per alarm | Hard-wired, 10-year lithium backup, interconnected per state law. |
| RCD / safety switch retrofit | $320 – $580 per circuit | Required on every final sub-circuit under AS/NZS 3000. |
| Switchboard upgrade (typical 3BR home) | $2,400 – $4,800 | New main switch, RCDs/RCBOs on all circuits, board re-organise. |
| Switchboard upgrade with new sub-mains | $4,800 – $9,500 | Includes new 25mm² sub-mains from meter to board, network paperwork. |
| EV charger install (Type 2, 7kW) | $1,400 – $2,600 | Dedicated 32A sub-circuit + RCD Type-B + commissioning. |
| Solar system install (6.6kW) | $3,800 – $7,500 | Rebate-net pricing. Includes panels, inverter, grid-connection paperwork. |
| Switchboard fault-find | $220 – $480 | Locating an intermittent trip. Fix charged separately once identified. |
| Storm damage make-safe (after-hours) | $320 – $650 | Isolating damaged circuits, temporary supply, insurance report. |
Prices indicative for Wollongong in 2026. Final quote depends on your site — call 0485 939 966 for an exact number.
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What changes the price on your job
The ranges above are the starting point. These five factors are what move a quote up or down within (or sometimes outside) those bands.
- Access — wall cavities, plaster ceilings, double-storey work, and slab-on-ground all change cable-run time materially.
- Existing wiring age — pre-1985 TPS cable is OK; 1970s-era 'cotton-and-rubber' wiring needs replacement before any new circuit. We flag this before quoting.
- Compliance work that comes with the job — adding a sub-circuit on an old board often requires the whole board to come up to current RCD standard.
- Network co-ordination — meter changes and supply upgrades require the distributor (Jemena, Powercor, AusNet, etc) to attend. Their timing isn't ours.
- Permit requirements — switchboard work and supply changes often need an electrical inspector's witness. We handle the paperwork.
Red flags — what to watch for in quotes
We see these patterns every week from operators we'd never recommend. If a quote you've received contains one of these, ask before signing.
- Quotes that don't itemise a Certificate of Electrical Safety — illegal in AU and voids insurance.
- 'Mate's rate' work without a licence — illegal and uninsurable. Always ask for the electrician's licence number.
- Suspiciously cheap solar quotes — usually no-name panels, off-brand inverter, no monitoring, no labour warranty.
- Bait-and-switch downlight pricing — 'from $50 per light' that becomes $120 once installed. Get the all-in price.
- Quotes that exclude make-good (re-plastering ceiling cuts) — make-good is a real cost and should be on the quote.
How to get an accurate quote in 5 minutes
Have the following ready when you call 0485 939 966 (or jot it on the quote form) and we can give you a real number in one call, not five.
- Photos of the switchboard (door open + closed).
- The address and approximate decade the home was built.
- Whether the property is owner-occupied or tenanted.
- The number of fittings / points if it's a batch job (e.g. how many downlights).
- Any solar / battery / EV plans for the next 2 years — affects sizing.
Frequently asked questions
Are you A-grade licensed?
Do you provide Certificates of Electrical Safety?
Do you do solar?
Do you offer after-hours?
Will the job require a permit?
What's the warranty?
Can you work on rented property?
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