Electrician in Brisbane

Power, lighting and switchboards — see the work before you call

Need an electrician in Brisbane? Compare local electricians by photos of their own jobs — switchboard upgrades, ceiling fans, lighting, smoke alarms and fault finding. In Queensland all of this must be done by an electrician licensed through the Electrical Safety Office, so ask for the licence number.

4 businesses listed under Electrician in Brisbane — based in Darra, Brendale and Rochedale.

Smoke alarm rules and storm season in Brisbane

Queensland's smoke alarm laws require interconnected photoelectric alarms in every bedroom, in hallways and on every level, and they apply to homes that are sold or leased, with all homes having to comply by 1 January 2027. Brisbane's summer storm season also brings power surges and outages, so many homeowners ask an electrician about surge protection and a check of old wiring at the same visit.

Services the electrician tradies on this page list for Brisbane include Switchboard upgrades, Lighting installation, EV charger installation, Power points, Downlights & lighting, Rewiring.

Before you hire an electrician in Brisbane

  • Ask for the electrical licence number and check it on the state register below.
  • For new circuits or switchboard work, ask for the compliance certificate when the job is done.
  • Describe the job with a photo of the switchboard or the spot — it makes the quote more accurate.
  • Ask whether the quote includes parts, and whether there is a call-out fee.

In Brisbane, electrician licences are issued by Electrical Safety Office Queensland; you can look a licence number up on its website.

Common questions

Do I need to upgrade my smoke alarms in Brisbane?
If you sell or lease your home, the alarms must meet the current Queensland rules, and all homes must comply by 1 January 2027. A licensed electrician can fit interconnected photoelectric alarms in each bedroom, hallway and level.
Can I do electrical work myself?
In Australia, wiring work must be done by a licensed electrician. Changing a light bulb is fine; replacing a power point or adding a circuit is not DIY work.
What does a switchboard upgrade involve?
Replacing an old fuse board with a modern board with circuit breakers and safety switches (RCDs). It is common in older houses and before adding solar, a battery or an EV charger.

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