Electrician in Perth

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

Find an electrician in Perth for switchboard upgrades, lighting, power points, air conditioning circuits and fault finding. Compare Perth electricians by photos of their own jobs and ask for the licence number — electrical work in Western Australia is licensed through Building and Energy.

5 businesses listed under Electrician in Perth — based in Malaga and Cannington.

Heat, air conditioning load and solar in Perth

Perth's long hot summers push air conditioners hard, and many homes need the switchboard or a dedicated circuit upgraded to run them safely. Rooftop solar is also very common, with Western Power as the network operator setting connection requirements. Tell the electrician what you plan to add — extra air conditioning, solar, a battery or an EV charger — so the switchboard is sized for it.

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

Before you hire an electrician in Perth

  • 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 Perth, electrician licences are issued by Building and Energy (WA); you can look a licence number up on its website.

Common questions

Does my Perth switchboard need upgrading for a new air conditioner?
Often an older board has no spare capacity or protection for the extra load. A licensed electrician can check the board and tell you whether a new circuit or an upgrade is needed.
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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