Outlet Installation in Melbourne, VIC
What is included
What Is Included in Our Outlet Installation
- We find which circuit feeds the wall and check it has room for another point.
- We agree the spot with you, thinking about furniture, benches and where the plugs will actually be used.
- The circuit is turned off and tested dead before we cut into the wall.
- In plaster we cut an opening for a box, and in brick we chase the wall for the cable.
- Cable is run from the nearest power point or the switchboard, and connected to the new outlet.
- New general power points, USB outlets or specialty sockets are fitted and the cover plates fixed straight.
- Old, loose or damaged outlets are replaced, and any that show burn marks are looked into.
- Every new outlet is tested with the power back on, then you see it working.
Why us
Why Choose Us for Outlet Installation?
Accountable for every job, long after the day
Every outlet installation job is done by the people who will still be here next year.
Tested and signed off before we leave
Everything we touch on your outlet installation is tested before we go, you get walked through exactly what was done.
Local electricians, not a call centre
An electrician answers the phone and the same faces come back if the job runs over a day.
How the job runs
A power point is a cable run first
Where the outlets should go
Tell us how many outlets you want and where, such as beside the bed, at the bench or in the garage. Say whether the wall is brick or plaster, and whether it is an inside or outside wall. If the outlet is for a particular appliance, tell us which.
Choosing the cable route
A new outlet is fed from the nearest suitable point or from the switchboard. The route through the wall or ceiling decides how much work there is. A point beside an existing one is a small job, while one across a brick room means a longer chase, and the quote reflects that.
Fitting day and testing
The circuit is switched off and tested dead. We cut in, run the cable, fit the box and wire the outlet. Power goes back on and each new outlet is tested, then we plug something in so you can see it work. Cover plates go on square.
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What electrical services do you provide?
We do domestic and commercial electrical work. That covers repairs, circuit breaker replacement, switches, outlets, lighting, appliance installation, switchboard upgrades, safety inspections, car chargers, renovations and new builds. The services page lists each one.
What happens when I call?
You describe what is going on: which room, what the power was doing, and whether a breaker has tripped. We ask a few questions and tell you what we think it is and what the next step is. If it is urgent, we say so and deal with that first.
Do you do emergency callouts at any hour?
Yes. We answer the phone at any hour, every day, and emergency callouts run at any hour too. If something smells hot, a switch is sparking or the power will not come back, call rather than send a message.
Do you handle new builds and renovations?
Yes. For a new build we work through the electrical from the switchboard out, including power points, lighting and cabling for appliances, data and security. For a renovation we work around what is already in the walls, and we coordinate with the builder where there is one.
Can you upgrade the switchboard in my older home?
Yes. Older switchboards often struggle with the load of modern appliances and can be a safety risk. We open the board, look at what is there and tell you what needs replacing, whether that is a few breakers or the whole board.
How often should I have an electrical inspection?
About every 5 years for a standard home. Have one sooner when you are buying a property, when the home has outdated wiring, or when breakers trip often. We check the wiring, the switchboard and the circuit breakers, and you get a plain report with recommendations.
Can you install an electric car charger?
Yes. We start with a consultation on your property's electrical system to decide where the charger should go and what suits your car. If the switchboard or wiring needs work to carry it, we do that as part of the job, then test the charger and show you how it works.
Do you install and replace lights?
Yes, inside and out. That includes downlights, pendants, wall lights, LED upgrades, and outdoor and garden lighting. We can also fit switches and dimmers to go with them.
Can you add or replace outlets and switches?
Yes. We fit new outlets where you need them, swap worn or faulty ones, and replace switches. If an outlet keeps failing, we check the circuit behind it rather than just changing the faceplate.
Do you connect ovens, dishwashers and other appliances?
Yes. That includes ovens, cooktops, rangehoods, dishwashers, washing machines and dryers. Some need their own circuit or a hardwired connection, and we set that up and test it. We can take the old appliance away on request.
What should I send with an enquiry?
Photos help. A shot of the switchboard with the cover open (only if you can do it safely), the faulty fitting, or the room where you want the work done. Add a line on what happened just before it stopped.
Which areas do you cover, and what if my suburb is not listed?
We work across Melbourne and the surrounding areas: the south-east, Casey and Cardinia, plus Box Hill, Hampton and South Yarra. The service areas page lists the places we work most often. If yours is not there, call and tell us the suburb, because the list is not a boundary.
Related work
Other jobs we get called out for
appliance installation
Wiring and connecting ovens, cooktops, rangehoods, dishwashers, washing machines and dryers, including new circuits and removing the old appliance on request, across Melbourne.
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Electrical work in houses, units and rentals, from repairs and rewiring to lighting, appliances and switchboards, with emergency callouts at any hour across Melbourne.
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Installing downlights, pendants, wall lights, track lighting and outdoor lighting, with the switches and dimmers to run them, in homes and businesses across Melbourne.
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Where we work
Ready when you are
Book Outlet Installation in Melbourne Today
Send a photo of the spot on the wall where you want the outlet, with a bit of the room around it. If it is a replacement, send a close-up of the old one. Tell us what you want to plug in.
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