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5.0 based on 950 reviews of 25 businesses

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Word of Mouth electricians in Balaclava receive an average rating of 5.0 based off 950 reviews.

Approved Electrix

Reviewed this month
4.9
98 reviews
Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8
Verified ABN: 88 160 178 076 2026 Award
Servicing Balaclava
Licence No. REC-22336 25+ years of experience Fully licensed & insured
Most reviewed for: Downlight installation

"The tall guy and his apprentice both were polite and showed professionalism that is rare to come by nowdays they..."

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Melville Electrical Services

5.0
289 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 4.9
Verified ABN: 23 088 467 798 2025 Award
Servicing Balaclava
Licence No. REC-15289 25+ years of experience Licensed A-grade electrician

"Doug is a problem solver! I have called upon his reliable and competent services over many years in relation to..."

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Respect Electric Services

5.0
172 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Verified ABN: 33 151 177 174
Servicing Balaclava
Sunday: By Appointment
Licence No. REC-22807 10+ years experience A Grade Electrician

"Fabulous electrician and great person. So pleased my friends passed on his details. Darren came after hours to ensure..."

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Whitelock Electrical

Reviewed recently
5.0
121 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Verified ABN: 87 648 646 191 2025 Award Special Offer
Servicing Balaclava
Over 20 years combined experience Perfect 5.0 star rating on Google (220+ reviews)
Most reviewed for: General electrical
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"Andrew was professional, friendly and reliable. "

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Cutting Edge Electrical Pty. Ltd.

5.0
88 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Verified ABN: 84 533 670 344 2025 Award
Servicing Balaclava
Licence No. REC-22362 Energysafe Victoria - A46351 Operating since 2012

"Exemplary service and work. Reliable. Fair price. Highly recommend. Thanks George. "

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Canny Electrics

5.0
81 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Verified ABN: 82 609 070 788
Servicing Balaclava
Sunday: On call 24 hours
Licence No. REC-24614 Accredited Master Electrician Qualified A-grade electricians

"Abdy was efficient, thorough and the job was priced competitively. He was patient in answering questions, was..."

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Market Intelligence

Balaclava's electrician directory

Data-driven insights based on 950 customer reviews collected between 2008 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 13 trust signal responses

87 / 100
Local Service Score
9 Award Winners
$1,300 median Typical Cost most jobs $780–$1,600
100% Would Choose Again
100% Positive Feedback

Balaclava is one of the more affordable areas for electricians — 73% below the Victorian average, with typical jobs around $1,300. 25 electricians service the area with 950 customer reviews.

Price overview

Most jobs range from $780 to $1,600. Nearby: Ripponlea ($1,300), St Kilda East ($1,350), Elwood ($1,300).

Suburb context

In Balaclava, the income profile ($2,026/week vs national median of $1,748/week) would predict higher-end pricing, but electricians here actually charge 73% below the Victorian average.

Customer experience

When customers responded after their service, 100% would choose their electrician again, 100% found them on time and reliable and 100% described them as friendly and professional. Balaclava sees 50.0 new electrician reviews a year — 207% above the Victorian average, a larger recent sample than comparable suburbs in the state.

Seasonal demand

Electricians in Balaclava tend to be busiest in July and quietest in October according to review data — booking during the quieter stretch often means more choice.

Based on 950 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2008–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

50.0 / yr Review velocity +255%
5.0 stars Avg rating above avg
$300 Typical cost -61%
5.0 stars Service rating
38.0 avg Reviews / provider
46.4 / 10k Provider density

Electrician reviews & ratings over time — Balaclava area

Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2008–2026

Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.

Balaclava area profile ABS Census 2021

5,392 Population
29.8% Own with mortgage
17.2% Houses
$2,026 Median income / week

How we calculate the Local Service Score: We combine two sources of data: first-party data collected directly by Word of Mouth — verified customer reviews, customer-reported pricing, post-service trust-signal responses, and service awards — with suburb-level population and housing data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census. The score measures how well Balaclava is served for electricians, reflecting the depth of choice, quality of service, and value for money available to residents compared to other suburbs across Australia. See our Local Service Score methodology for data sources, update frequency, and quality guardrails.

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Electricians in Balaclava — FAQs

What's the going rate for a local electrician?

Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, electricians in Balaclava typically charge between $780 and $1,600. This is 73% more affordable than the Victorian average.

Are electricians in Balaclava reliable?

According to 13 customer responses on Word of Mouth, 100% of customers would choose their electrician in Balaclava again. 100% found them to be on time and reliable, and 100% described them as friendly and professional.

When are local electricians least busy?

Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, electrician demand in Balaclava tends to peak in July and is quietest in October. Booking during quieter months may mean more providers available and faster response times.

What's the best way to compare local electricians?

Start by comparing reviews from real customers — Balaclava has 950 electrician reviews on Word of Mouth. Approved Electrix (2026), Melville Electrical Services (2025) and Whitelock Electrical (2025) have earned a Word of Mouth Service Award (plus 6 other local award winners) — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year. Look for providers with a high 'would choose again' score — the Balaclava average is 100%.

Are electricians in Balaclava well reviewed?

Electricians in Balaclava have an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars, based on 950 customer reviews on Word of Mouth. This is above the national average of 4.87 stars.

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