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Licensed Electricians in Canberra, ACT

8577 Verified Browse all verified licensed electricians serving Canberra and surrounding suburbs.
Data last updated: 17 February 2026 from Access Canberra register

Electrician Directory — Canberra, ACT

LINCOLN DavisActive
Licence2024525
ClassUnrestricted
LINCOLN JAMES YOUNGActive
Licence2016389
ClassUnrestricted
LINDEN JOSEPH POSSELTActive
Licence2011242
ClassUnrestricted
LINDON STUART HAYActive
Licence20101275
ClassUnrestricted
LINDSAY BRYANT THOMASExpired
Licence199610711
ClassUnrestricted
LINDSAY EDWARD JONESExpired
Licence19926165
ClassUnrestricted
LINDSAY JAMES CUNNINGHAMActive
Licence2007324
ClassUnrestricted
LINDSAY RICHARD PATEExpired
Licence2007862
ClassUnrestricted
LISANDRO PEPEExpired
Licence20211025
ClassUnrestricted
LITREF PTY LTDActive
Licence20221137
ClassElectrical Contractor
LIXUAN XUActive
Licence20251127
ClassUnrestricted
LJILIJANA PEJKICActive
Licence2023205
ClassUnrestricted
LLEWELLYN EVANSActive
Licence20211257
ClassUnrestricted
LLOYD BURCHActive
Licence2023277
ClassUnrestricted
LLOYD COULSONExpired
Licence2024506
ClassUnrestricted
LLOYD DOUGLAS HALLExpired
Licence19936336
ClassUnrestricted
LMOB NSW PTY LTDExpired
Licence2018573
ClassElectrical Contractor
LOAX PTY LTDExpired
Licence2019949
ClassElectrical Contractor
LOCHLAN CREGANActive
Licence2024770
ClassUnrestricted
LOGAN KINGHAMActive
Licence20241666
ClassUnrestricted
LOGAN REISActive
Licence20251598
ClassOwner Builder
LOGAN YOUNGActive
Licence202567
ClassUnrestricted
LOKIN JOSHIActive
Licence2023973
ClassUnrestricted
LOLA Bustamante GonzalezActive
Licence20211879
ClassUnrestricted
LONGFORD WOODS PTY. LTD.Expired
Licence202022
ClassElectrical Contractor
LONGWAYROUND PTY LIMITEDActive
Licence2016278
ClassElectrical Contractor
LOONG YIN YAPExpired
Licence2021466
ClassUnrestricted
LORENZO BATTAGLIAActive
Licence2017911
ClassUnrestricted
LOTUS ENERGY PTY LTDExpired
Licence20201157
ClassElectrical Contractor
LOUIS CHENActive
Licence2021222
ClassUnrestricted
LOUIS KYLE LANIGAN-KINGExpired
Licence2022509
ClassUnrestricted
LOUIS SINCLAIRExpired
Licence2015859
ClassUnrestricted
LOUISA HOUActive
Licence20251362
ClassUnrestricted
LOUIZETTE KRUGER-FINCHExpired
Licence2024802
ClassUnrestricted
LOVENEET SINGHActive
Licence2024869
ClassUnrestricted
LUCA MACORActive
Licence20241689
ClassUnrestricted
LUCA STEFANO MISSAGLIAExpired
Licence2018420
ClassUnrestricted
LUCAS BENNETTSActive
Licence2021874
ClassUnrestricted
LUCAS BRIAN BRETTActive
Licence2010880
ClassUnrestricted
LUCAS CHADDActive
Licence20191256
ClassUnrestricted
LUCAS HADDENExpired
Licence20241099
ClassUnrestricted
LUCAS ILIADISActive
Licence2024901
ClassUnrestricted
LUCAS MYERSActive
Licence2022866
ClassUnrestricted
LUCAS PAUL BAKERActive
Licence2015375
ClassUnrestricted
LUCAS PETER MACAULAYExpired
Licence2016664
ClassUnrestricted
LUCAS PINHEIRO TOLENTINOExpired
Licence20211376
ClassUnrestricted
LUCAS WHITEActive
Licence2017363
ClassUnrestricted
LUCIUS WOOActive
Licence19915712
ClassUnrestricted
LUENDRA MASILAMONEYActive
Licence2012244
ClassUnrestricted
LUIS GUTIERREZExpired
Licence2023445
ClassUnrestricted
LUKA VIDOVICActive
Licence20251311
ClassUnrestricted
LUKAS ELDERINGActive
Licence2016847
ClassUnrestricted
LUKAS GillieActive
Licence2022694
ClassUnrestricted
LUKAS RODRIGUEZActive
Licence2019978
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE ABBEYActive
Licence2022504
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE ANDREW SLARKEActive
Licence2012899
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE AUGUSTINE O'CONNORActive
Licence200981
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE BAKERActive
Licence20171146
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE BAMBRICKExpired
Licence20191144
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE BRADBROOKExpired
Licence20211358
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE BRADLEYActive
Licence20171017
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE BULLOCKActive
Licence2025837
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE CAMERON MaloneyActive
Licence2021353
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE CARGILLActive
Licence20251645
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE CAUCHIExpired
Licence20201476
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE CHRISTOPHER SCULLIActive
Licence2021517
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE COLLEDGEExpired
Licence2022400
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE CRANDELLExpired
Licence2017229
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE CRISPActive
Licence20181198
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE DAVID APPLEBYActive
Licence19812230
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE DAVID GOSTELOWActive
Licence20171079
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE DAVID KENNEDYExpired
Licence2012622
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE DavisExpired
Licence2020981
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE DAWESExpired
Licence2022988
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE DE BLOCKActive
Licence2024158
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE DONOHUEActive
Licence2019192
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE ELECTRICAL PTY LTDExpired
Licence2010250
ClassElectrical Contractor
LUKE EMMANUEL PetridisActive
Licence202130
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE GARY MUTTONActive
Licence20251156
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE GERSTENBERGActive
Licence2024799
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE HAINSWORTHExpired
Licence2018650
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE HARTExpired
Licence2023168
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE HOURIGANActive
Licence2024419
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE JACKSON POGSONActive
Licence20121543
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE JAI BATEMANActive
Licence2014722
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE JAMES CHARLTONActive
Licence20163
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE JAMES HETHERINGTONExpired
Licence2015133
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE JAMES JOHNSONExpired
Licence2013892
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE JAMES PATTRICKActive
Licence20131136
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE LINDSAY CRAWFORDActive
Licence201662
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE LIONEL WESTONExpired
Licence2016543
ClassRestricted-Electrotechnology Systems Refrigeration And Air Conditioning
LUKE MARC DES BAUXActive
Licence2020434
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE MATHERExpired
Licence2021123
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE MAXWELL DONOHOEActive
Licence20131276
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE MCCREATHActive
Licence2017309
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE MCGREGORExpired
Licence20121290
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE MCIVERExpired
Licence20211431
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE MICHAEL ASHLINActive
Licence2014500
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE MICHAEL MARMONTActive
Licence2009523
ClassUnrestricted
LUKE NATHAN ALEXActive
Licence201032
ClassUnrestricted

Hiring a Electrician in Canberra

Before hiring any electrician in Canberra, use this checklist to protect yourself and ensure you're working with a properly licensed and insured professional.

  1. Confirm their electrical licence class covers your job — Electrical licences come in different classes. An Electrical Mechanic (or equivalent) licence covers general installation work, while a Restricted Electrical Licence only permits specific tasks like air-conditioning disconnect/reconnect. Always confirm the class matches the work you need.
  2. Ask whether they will test and tag after installation — After completing electrical work, a licensed electrician should perform insulation resistance, polarity, and earth continuity tests. Ask whether testing is included in the quote and whether you will receive a copy of the test results alongside the certificate of compliance.
  3. Check they are registered with the state electrical safety regulator — Unlike most trades where a single building authority issues licences, electricians are often regulated by a separate electrical safety office. Search the relevant state register — such as the QLD Electrical Safety Office or Energy Safe Victoria — to verify the licence is current.
  4. Ask about their approach to switchboard capacity — If you are adding circuits — for a hot tub, EV charger, or workshop — the switchboard may need upgrading. A good electrician will assess spare capacity before quoting and let you know if a switchboard upgrade is required, rather than discovering it mid-job.
  5. Verify they carry a current Electrical Work Licence — In addition to their trade qualification, electricians in most states must hold a current Electrical Work Licence (or Electrician Licence) that is renewed periodically. An expired licence means they are not legally permitted to do electrical work, even if their qualifications are valid.
Pro Tip

Get at least three quotes and compare not just price, but response time, warranty on workmanship, and whether the quote includes parts.

Red Flags to Watch For
  • No certificate of electrical safety provided — After completing prescribed electrical work, the electrician must issue a certificate of electrical safety (or equivalent compliance document). This certificate is lodged with the state regulator. If the electrician says they will "sort it out later" or that it is not needed, the work may not be inspected and could be unsafe.
  • Proposes bypassing safety switches to "stop nuisance tripping" — Safety switches (RCDs) that trip frequently indicate a genuine fault — possibly a damaged appliance, moisture ingress, or deteriorating wiring. An electrician who suggests removing or bypassing the RCD rather than diagnosing the root cause is putting your safety at risk.
  • Unable to show a current Electrical Work Licence — An electrician who only shows a trade certificate or apprenticeship completion without a current Electrical Work Licence may not be legally authorised to perform work. The licence is separate from the qualification and must be renewed regularly with the state electrical safety regulator.

Electrician Licensing Requirements in Australian Capital Territory

Licence Required

Licensing is managed by ACT Construction Occupations Registrar.

Licence Types

Electrician Licence — Class A

Carry out all electrical wiring work in the ACT

Electrician Licence — Class B

Limited electrical work (maintenance and repairs)

Electrical Contractor Licence

Contract for electrical work in the ACT

Key Requirements

  • Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician (UEE30820 or equivalent)
  • Completed 4-year apprenticeship
  • ACT Construction Occupations electrical licence

Penalties for unlicensed work

Unlicensed electrical work in the ACT can result in fines up to $48,000 for individuals. The Construction Occupations Registrar can also issue demerit points and prohibition notices.

Typical Electrician Costs in ACT

Hourly Rate

$85 – $140

Callout Fee

$65 – $105

Common Jobs

JobCost Range
Install new power point$160 – $320
Switchboard upgrade$855 – $2675
Install ceiling fan$160 – $375

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Broader Areas

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a safety switch and a circuit breaker?

A circuit breaker protects wiring from overload and short circuits by cutting power when current exceeds the rated capacity. A safety switch (residual current device or RCD) protects people by detecting tiny current leaks — as small as 30 milliamps — and cutting power within milliseconds. Modern Australian switchboards should have safety switches on all circuits, not just power points. If your switchboard only has circuit breakers, ask an electrician about adding RCDs.

Do I need an electrician to install downlights?

Yes. Installing or replacing downlights involves working with fixed wiring and is classified as electrical work in every Australian state. This includes LED downlight retrofits where you are replacing the fitting, not just swapping a globe. A licensed electrician will also ensure the correct clearances from insulation are maintained to prevent fire risk.

How do I know if my switchboard needs upgrading?

Common signs include ceramic fuses instead of circuit breakers, frequent tripping, no safety switches (RCDs), a burning smell near the board, or insufficient capacity for modern appliances like air conditioners and EV chargers. Switchboards older than 25 years almost certainly lack RCDs on all circuits, which is now a requirement in most states for property sales or major renovations.

Can an electrician install a solar system or do I need a separate solar installer?

Solar panel installation requires both a licensed electrician and a Clean Energy Council (CEC) accredited installer to qualify for government rebates. Many electricians hold CEC accreditation, but not all. If your electrician does not have CEC accreditation, they can do the general wiring work but a CEC-accredited installer must design and commission the system for it to be eligible for Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs).

What electrical work can I legally do myself?

Australian homeowners can change a light globe, replace a plug-top fuse, and plug in portable appliances. Everything else — including changing a power point cover plate in some states, replacing a light switch, or running any new wiring — must be done by a licensed electrician. DIY electrical work is one of the leading causes of house fires in Australia.

How do I verify a electrician's licence in ACT?

You can verify any electrician's licence using TradieVerify's free search tool or directly through the Access Canberra register. Enter the electrician's name or licence number to confirm their licence status, class, and any disciplinary history.

How many licensed electricians are in Canberra?

There are currently 8577 licensed electricians registered in Canberra, ACT. This data is sourced directly from the Access Canberra register and updated regularly.