Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our electrical services answered by licensed electricians. Find information about pricing safety compliance and electrical work throughout Central Coast.
We've compiled answers most common questions receive about electrical services. If you don't find what you're looking for please contact us directly—our friendly team happy helping with any electrical queries.
General Questions
Are you fully licensed and insured?
Yes absolutely. All our electricians fully licensed NSW Fair Trading carrying comprehensive public liability insurance. We comply all Australian electrical standards regulations. You can request seeing our credentials any time ensuring complete peace mind.
What areas do you service?
We service all suburbs across Central Coast including Gosford Wyong Terrigal Woy Woy The Entrance Lake Munmorah Toukley Erina Bateau Bay and all surrounding areas. If you're unsure whether we cover your location give us call 0447 288 377—we likely do!
Do you offer emergency electrical services?
Yes we provide 24/7 emergency electrical services across Central Coast. Electrical emergencies don't wait business hours neither do we. Power failures dangerous faults exposed wiring or electrical safety hazards call us immediately we'll respond promptly.
How quickly can you respond to emergencies?
For genuine electrical emergencies we aim being on-site within 60 minutes during business hours within 90 minutes outside business hours depending your location current demand. We prioritise safety hazards complete power failures ensuring rapid professional emergency response.
Booking and Scheduling
How do I book an electrician?
Simply call us 0447 288 377 or use contact form our website. We'll discuss your electrical needs answer questions arrange convenient time our electrician visit. For non-urgent work we typically offer appointments within 2-3 business days.
Do you provide same-day service?
Yes where possible. If you need urgent but non-emergency electrical work we'll do best accommodating same-day service. Availability depends our current schedule but we always prioritise getting you quickly as possible.
Can I get a quote before you start work?
Absolutely. For most jobs we can provide quote over phone via email. For larger more complex projects we'll arrange free on-site inspection assess work provide accurate written quote. We never start work without your approval quoted price.
Pricing and Payment
How much do your electrical services cost?
Pricing varies depending type complexity work. Simple jobs like power point installation start around $150-200 while larger projects like switchboard upgrades or complete rewiring quoted individually. We provide transparent competitive pricing all services.
Do you charge a call-out fee?
For standard appointments during business hours we don't charge separate call-out fee—this included our service pricing. For emergency call-outs particularly after hours weekends public holidays there is additional emergency call-out fee which we'll explain clearly when you call.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash bank transfer credit cards debit cards. Payment due upon completion work. For larger commercial projects we can arrange payment terms discussed advance.
Services and Work
What types of electrical work do you do?
We handle all types residential and commercial electrical work including emergency repairs fault finding switchboard upgrades LED lighting installations power points ceiling fans smoke alarms home rewiring electrical inspections commercial maintenance and more. Contact us if you need electrical work not listed!
Do you work on both residential and commercial properties?
Yes we're experienced both residential commercial electrical work. From family homes through retail shops offices industrial facilities our electricians have expertise handling any project safely professionally meeting all compliance requirements.
Can you help with electrical inspections?
Yes we provide comprehensive electrical safety inspections for property buyers sellers. Our detailed inspection report highlights any electrical issues safety hazards non-compliant work giving peace mind before completing property transaction.
Safety and Compliance
Why do I need a licensed electrician?
Electrical work NSW must performed licensed electricians for safety legal reasons. DIY electrical work illegal extremely dangerous risking electric shock house fires voided insurance fines issues selling property. Always use licensed electrician your safety legal protection.
What are safety switches and do I need them?
Safety switches also called RCDs are life-saving devices instantly cutting power if detecting electricity leaking from faulty appliances damaged wiring. NSW law requires safety switches all power point lighting circuits residential properties. If your home doesn't have them we strongly recommend installation your family's safety.
How often should I have electrical inspections?
We recommend electrical safety inspections every 10 years residential properties every 5 years rental properties NSW requirement before buying selling property if noticing electrical issues after major renovations. For older homes 30+ years more frequent inspections advisable.
Specific Electrical Issues
Why do my lights keep flickering?
Flickering lights can indicate loose light bulbs faulty bulbs loose wiring connections voltage fluctuations overloaded circuits faulty switches dimmers. If tightening replacing bulb doesn't fix contact us inspection. Persistent flickering can indicate serious electrical issues requiring professional attention.
My circuit breaker keeps tripping. Is this dangerous?
Circuit breaker tripping occasionally when using multiple high-power appliances usually just doing job—protecting circuit from overload. However if trips frequently for no apparent reason this indicates problem: faulty appliance damaged wiring circuit overload moisture electrical connections. Don't just keep resetting—contact us inspection preventing potential electrical hazards.
Can I add more power points to my home?
Yes absolutely. Additional power points can installed almost anywhere your home. We'll assess your electrical system ensuring can handle additional load install new outlets safely compliance regulations. This eliminates need dangerous power boards extension leads improving electrical safety convenience.
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