Top 10 Reliable Electricians in Auckland
Updated 7 November 2020
While you can change a light bulb or run an extension cord, unless you’re an electrician by trade, any electrical job which requires wiring, repair, installation or replacement will need a professional. To give you the confidence to hire the right electrician, we’ve put together a guide that walks you through everything you need to know, step by step.
Our Auckland electrician services guide covers:
Our Auckland electrician services guide covers:
How much do electrical services & repairs cost?
The following are guide prices only, and include materials, GST and standard travel time.
- Install or replace a power socket: $150 to $250
- Install power point for washing machine/heater: $150 to $250
- Electrical inspections: $250 to $400
- Hot water cylinder repair: From $200+
- Heat Pump or Air Conditioning Installation: From $400
- Heat Pump or Air Conditioning Repairs: $150 to $300+
- Wiring upgrades: Custom quote required
How does an electrician charge me?
A bill from an electrician is usually made up of a number of factors:
Labour charge - this is a set rate, exclusive of GST, often between $90 and $120 per hour. There will often be a minimum first-hour charge.
If you require an electrician to visit after hours (i.e. outside of 7am to 5pm), you will most likely pay either a call-out fee, or a higher hourly charge.
Labour charge - this is a set rate, exclusive of GST, often between $90 and $120 per hour. There will often be a minimum first-hour charge.
- Parts and materials - if the electrician has the parts in their van, or if they need to pick up something from an electrical store, you will be charged for what's needed. There may be a markup as well.
- Travel cost (this can be factored into the labour charge) - if the electrician charges travel costs, this is usually charged from the time the electrician leaves for your home, to when they arrive back at their base after the job. This will also include the time it takes to visit an electrical store to get any parts.
- GST - the total of 1, 2 and 3 will be added, and GST (15%) added.
If you require an electrician to visit after hours (i.e. outside of 7am to 5pm), you will most likely pay either a call-out fee, or a higher hourly charge.
How can I get the best price for electrical work?
- Shop around - it's unlikely your electrical needs will be urgent, so don't rush to confirm an electrician right away. Instead, approach an electrical job like you would when buying a phone or car - be calm and patient. Have a ring around and explain your electrical needs, and ask for an estimate of the job, as well as the hourly cost, travel cost and parts markup percentage.
- Know that prices and quotes will usually exclude GST - be sure to check - our GST calculator shows the total price you'll pay if you're quoted 'GST exclusive'.
- Find a local electrician - electricians will often charge travel time, so the closer to your home is to the electrician and an electrical store (if needed), the cheaper the labour cost. For this reason, you will also pay more if you are in an out-of-town property.
- Be available during standard business hours - you might have to be late for work or work from home for a half day, but most out-of-hours visits (i.e. 6pm to 7am, and all hours on weekends) will be more expensive than standard hours. If in doubt, check with the electrician before. If the job can wait, don't pay a weekend or late night surcharge if it can be sorted the next day.
How do I pay an electrician?
Most electricians accept a range of payment methods, including:
Electricians usually have strict payment terms, with 7 or 10 days standard.
- Direct Credit (internet banking)
- Cheque
- Cash with invoice
- Credit Card via the electrican's website (a surcharge may apply)
- On-site Eftpos
Electricians usually have strict payment terms, with 7 or 10 days standard.
10 Reliable Auckland Electricians Available Right Now
Unless otherwise stated, all companies listed below are Master Electricians (formally known as members of the Electrician Contractors Association of New Zealand - ECANZ).
Our list below, which is no particular order, covers Central, East, West, North and South Auckland. We have selected these based on their history of longstanding service within Auckland, location and data extracted from internet reviews on Google Business, BuildersCrack, Facebook, TradeMe Services and others.
No electrical company has paid to appear on this list, and MoneyHub.co.nz has no relationship with any electrical company below.
Our list below, which is no particular order, covers Central, East, West, North and South Auckland. We have selected these based on their history of longstanding service within Auckland, location and data extracted from internet reviews on Google Business, BuildersCrack, Facebook, TradeMe Services and others.
No electrical company has paid to appear on this list, and MoneyHub.co.nz has no relationship with any electrical company below.
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Grammar ElectricalGrammar Electrical is a full-service, 24-hour electricity service provider that is trusted Auckland-wide by residential and businesses alike. Many customers favour Grammar Electrical for its punctuality, speed of service and reducing the charge from the quote when the job takes less time.
What Aucklanders like:
Services include, but are not limited to:
Pricing:
Base: Mt Eden Contact: 0508 443 247 (24/7) or visit Grammar Electrical's website. Service Areas: Auckland Central, North Shore, West Auckland, South Auckland and Rodney |
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Northern Lights Lighting & Electrical LtdNorthern Lights Lighting & Electrical Ltd has been in the industry for more than 20 years with teams of registered electricians providing electrical repairs and services for residential, commercial and industrial areas.
What Aucklanders like:
Services include, but are not limited to:
Google Rating: 4.9/5 Base: Onehunga, Auckland Contact: 0800 177 275 or visit Northern Lights Lighting & Electrical Ltd Service Areas: Northshore, Central Auckland, South Auckland and West Auckland |
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Strike ElectricalStrike Electrical has a team of trained electricians that provides residential, commercial and construction electrical services since 2017. Although new to the industry, they've been highly rated and recommended by those whom they provided electrical services to.
Note: Strike Electrical is not a Master Electrician member. What Aucklanders like:
Google Rating: 5/5 Base: Auckland Contact: 0508 787 453 or visit Strike Electrical Service Areas: Central Auckland, West Auckland, North Shore, South Auckland and East Auckland suburbs |
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Jenco ElectricalJenco Electrical provides electrical services in the Auckland area for all residential and commercial electrical requirements. They have a team of competent electricians who can assist you with general electrical maintenance, electrical repairs, full or partial rewires, new builds and more.
What Aucklanders like
Google Rating: 5/5 Base: Albany, Auckland Contact: 0800 453 626 or visit Jenco Electrical Service Areas: Auckland Central, West Auckland, South Auckland & North Shore. |
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First Point ElectricalFirst Point Electrical specialises in commercial and residential electrical services for both new builds and renovations. Their team is experienced in wiring security alarms, data, TV and phone systems, hot water cylinders, ovens, lighting and even the most extensive heat pump installation.
What Aucklanders like:
Services include, but are not limited to:
Google Rating: 5/5 Base: New Windsor, Auckland Contact: 0508 947 363 or visit First Point Electrical Service Areas: Auckland wide |
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Amps Electrical LtdAmps Electrical Ltd has a team of certified electricians that provide guaranteed residential and commercial electrical works Auckland wide. With positive responses from their clients, they are now one of the most recommended electrical service providers for simple to complex electrical requirements.
Note: Amps Electrical is not a Master Electrician member. What Aucklanders like:
Pricing: $60.00+ GST an hour Google Rating: 4.8/5 Base: Otahuhu, Auckland Contact: 0800 2 9473 48 or visit Amps Electrical Ltd Service Areas: Auckland wide |
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Shore Spark ElectricalShore Spark Electrical is a North Shore based electrical company covering the greater Auckland regions. They have a qualified team that specialises in a wide range of electrical services for the home and workplace.
Note: Shore Spark Electrical is not a Master Electrician member. What Aucklanders like:
Google Rating: 5/5 Base: North Shore, Auckland Contact: 021 325 497 or visit Shore Spark Electrical Service Areas: Wider Auckland Regions |
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Laser Electrical Auckland CentralEstablished in 1995, Laser Electrical Auckland Central is a trusted Electrical contractor operating across the greater Auckland areas with a team of qualified electricians.
What Aucklanders like:
Google Rating: 5/5 Base: Auckland Central Contact: (09) 638 8883 or visit Laser Electrical Auckland Central Service Areas: Greater Auckland including East, West, South and North Auckland |
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Advanced Electrical Services LtdAdvanced Electrical Services Ltd offers both commercial and residential electrical services in the greater Auckland area, providing solutions to more than the usual electrical fault, power outage or hot water problems.
What Aucklanders like:
Google Rating: 4.7/5 Base: Point Chevalier, Auckland Contact: 0800 786 533 or visit Advanced Electrical Services Ltd Service Areas: Auckland Central, North Shore, West Auckland, Eastern Suburbs |
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Hart ElectricalHart Electrical provides top-notch electrical services for both commercial and residential projects, delivering high-quality work while maintaining long-standing relationships with their clients. Hart Electrical has been a Master Electrician member.
What Aucklanders like:
Google Rating: 4.8/5 Base: New Lynn, Auckland Contact: 09 215 3742 or visit Hart Electrical Service Areas: Auckland wide |
Disclaimer: MoneyHub.co.nz has no relationship, financial or otherwise, with any of the companies listed on this page. Quotes and final bills for individual electrical jobs vary, and our pricing guide is for guidance purposes only.
