Cheapest service tier
Lean spend
$80-$105
For straightforward jobs with easy access and the simplest scope.
Get EstimateTasmania, Australia
Compare electrician prices in Hobart. From $80. Serving 240K residents.
All prices AUD including GST. Standard residential rates.
Visual Tier Comparison
Use this quick-scan table to spot which electrical jobs stay budget-friendly and which services regularly push into premium territory.
Budget
Lean spend
Best for straightforward jobs with easy access.
Mid
Typical quote
Most jobs land here once labour and parts are normal.
Premium
Complex scope
Urgent, premium-finish, or difficult-access work.
Cheapest service tier
$80-$105
For straightforward jobs with easy access and the simplest scope.
Get EstimateMost popular tier
$105-$165
Where most households land once labour, travel, and normal extras are included.
Get EstimatePremium tier
$165-$200
Urgent, difficult-access, or higher-finish work that sits at the premium end.
Get EstimateCall-Out Fee
Price bands from basic to premium scope.
$80-$105
Good for straightforward jobs.
$105-$165
Typical provider quote range.
$165-$200
Complex access, detail, or higher-end scope.
General Electrical (Hourly)
Price bands from basic to premium scope.
$80-$90
Good for straightforward jobs.
$90-$115
Typical provider quote range.
$115-$130
Complex access, detail, or higher-end scope.
Power Point Installation
Price bands from basic to premium scope.
$150-$185
Good for straightforward jobs.
$185-$285
Typical provider quote range.
$285-$350
Complex access, detail, or higher-end scope.
Light Fitting Installation
Price bands from basic to premium scope.
$100-$140
Good for straightforward jobs.
$140-$240
Typical provider quote range.
$240-$300
Complex access, detail, or higher-end scope.
Switchboard Upgrade
Price bands from basic to premium scope.
$1,500-$2,150
Good for straightforward jobs.
$2,150-$3,650
Typical provider quote range.
$3,650-$4,500
Complex access, detail, or higher-end scope.
Safety Switch Installation
Price bands from basic to premium scope.
$180-$230
Good for straightforward jobs.
$230-$340
Typical provider quote range.
$340-$400
Complex access, detail, or higher-end scope.
Ceiling Fan Installation
Price bands from basic to premium scope.
$200-$260
Good for straightforward jobs.
$260-$410
Typical provider quote range.
$410-$500
Complex access, detail, or higher-end scope.
Smoke Alarm Installation
Price bands from basic to premium scope.
$80-$115
Good for straightforward jobs.
$115-$200
Typical provider quote range.
$200-$250
Complex access, detail, or higher-end scope.
House Rewiring
Price bands from basic to premium scope.
$3,000-$5,500
Good for straightforward jobs.
$5,500-$11,500
Typical provider quote range.
$11,500-$15,000
Complex access, detail, or higher-end scope.
EV Charger Installation
Price bands from basic to premium scope.
$1,200-$1,700
Good for straightforward jobs.
$1,700-$2,850
Typical provider quote range.
$2,850-$3,500
Complex access, detail, or higher-end scope.
LED Downlight (per light)
Price bands from basic to premium scope.
$80-$105
Good for straightforward jobs.
$105-$165
Typical provider quote range.
$165-$200
Complex access, detail, or higher-end scope.
Electrical Fault Finding
Price bands from basic to premium scope.
$150-$200
Good for straightforward jobs.
$200-$325
Typical provider quote range.
$325-$400
Complex access, detail, or higher-end scope.
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Electrician prices in Hobart — All prices AUD including GST. Standard residential rates.
Showing national average prices for Australia. Local Hobart prices may vary.
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Fast Read
Electrician prices in Hobart start from $80. The average cost for a general hourly rate is $100/hr. Prices vary by service type, complexity, and provider.
The most common electrician call-outs in Hobart are power point/outlet installation, light fitting replacement, and electrical fault finding. For larger jobs, switchboard/panel upgrades and EV charger installations are increasingly popular.
Yes. All electrical work must be carried out by a licensed electrician. It is illegal and dangerous to perform your own electrical work. Always verify your electrician holds a current licence and appropriate insurance, and request a certificate of compliance for completed work.
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