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5.0 based on 897 reviews of 24 businesses

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Word of Mouth electricians in Blackburn receive an average rating of 5.0 based off 897 reviews.

Melville Electrical Services

Reviewed this month
5.0
291 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 4.9
Verified ABN: 23 088 467 798 2025 Award
Servicing Blackburn
Licence No. REC-15289 25+ years of experience Licensed A-grade electrician
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"I've had a fantastic experience working with Doug from Melville Electrical. He's helped us with both big and small..."

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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 Blackburn
Saturday: By Appointment
Licence No. REC-22807 10+ years experience A Grade Electrician
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"Prompt, efficient, competent, friendly and honest service at a fair price! You couldn't ask for more."

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Whitelock Electrical

Reviewed this month
5.0
124 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Verified ABN: 87 648 646 191 2026 Award Special Offer
Servicing Blackburn
Over 20 years combined experience Perfect 5.0 star rating on Google (220+ reviews)
Most reviewed for: General electrical
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"Very thorough and informative. Went above and beyond."

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Approved Electrix

Reviewed recently
4.9
98 reviews
Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8
Verified ABN: 88 160 178 076 2026 Award
Servicing Blackburn
Saturday: 9:00am to 12:00pm
Licence No. REC-22336 25+ years of experience Fully licensed & insured
Most reviewed for: Downlight installation
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"Dean and the guys installed an exhaust fan for me. Overall very happy with the service, and would 100% recommend...."

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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 Blackburn
Saturday: On call 24 hours
Licence No. REC-24614 Accredited Master Electrician Qualified A-grade electricians
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"I’ve been using canny electrics for over six years and they have completed several projects for me. They’re always..."

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Hutt Electrical Pty Ltd

4.9
35 reviews
Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8
Verified ABN: 67 663 745 748
Servicing Blackburn
Saturday: On call 24 hours
Licence No. REC-34063 Lifetime workmanship warranty We clean up after ourselves
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"I emailed needing a job done and they came out that afternoon within the time frame specified. Austin gave fantastic..."

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Hit The Switch

5.0
12 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Box Hill VIC
Saturday: 9am - 5pm

"What I appreciated about Steve was his lateral approach, the fact that he can suggest several ways of doing a job. He..."

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VC Electrical

5.0
30 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
ABN: 77 230 598 665
Doncaster VIC
Saturday: On call 24 hours
Licence No. REC-24218

"Truely amazing guy, works really well and with strict guidelines so you know it going to done perfectly. Easy to talk..."

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Market Intelligence

Blackburn electrician reviews and ratings

Data-driven insights based on 17 customer reviews collected between 2007 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 15 trust signal responses

89 / 100
Local Service Score
11 Award Winners
$1,350 median Typical Cost most jobs $800–$1,600
100% Would Choose Again
100% Positive Feedback

Blackburn is one of the more affordable areas for electricians — 73% below the Victorian average, with typical jobs around $1,350. 25 electricians service the area with 17 customer reviews. Blackburn's Service Award-winning electricians: GJ Hatty Electrical (2017). Each earned Word of Mouth recognition for sustained high customer ratings over a full calendar year.

Going rates

Most jobs range from $800 to $1,600. Nearby: Blackburn North ($1,350), Blackburn South ($1,300), Nunawading ($1,350).

Reviews & ratings

From follow-up responses after the job: 100% would choose their electrician again, 100% found them on time and reliable and 100% described them as friendly and professional. At 51.6 electrician reviews a year — 217% above the Victorian average — Blackburn collects more feedback per year than typical for the state.

Timing & availability

Review patterns in Blackburn suggest electrician demand runs hottest in April and coolest in October — if your timing is flexible, booking outside peak can shorten the wait.

Area profile in brief

Interesting pattern in Blackburn: income runs above the national median ($2,065/week vs $1,748/week) but local electricians price 73% below the Victorian average. Worth comparing quotes to take advantage of that.

51.6 / yr Review velocity +266%
4.9 stars Avg rating above avg
$300 Typical cost -61%
5.0 stars Service rating
0.7 avg Reviews / provider
17.3 / 10k Provider density

Electrician reviews & ratings over time — Blackburn area

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Electrician reviews, ratings and typical cost by year in the Blackburn area, from customer reviews on Word of Mouth.
Year Reviews Average rating out of 5 Median reported cost
2007 2 4.5 no prices reported
2009 1 5.0 $3,500
2010 1 5.0 no prices reported
2011 18 4.9 $520
2012 14 4.9 $650
2013 41 4.9 $350
2014 92 5.0 $175
2015 63 5.0 $647
2016 65 5.0 $250
2017 140 5.0 $257
2018 94 5.0 $440
2019 78 4.9 $495
2020 105 5.0 $390
2021 55 5.0 $900
2022 32 5.0 $1,450
2023 38 5.0 $1,000
2024 83 5.0 $1,180
2025 42 4.9 $1,100
2026 17 5.0 $300

Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2007–2026

Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.

Blackburn area profile ABS Census 2021

14,478 Population
32.5% Own with mortgage
66% Houses
$2,065 Median income / week

Sample-size note: This page is built on 17 customer reviews — a smaller sample than our typical suburb page. Ratings and patterns here may shift materially as more data arrives.

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 Blackburn 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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Jobs posted
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Electricians in Blackburn — FAQs

What should I expect to pay for a electrician in Blackburn?

Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, electricians in Blackburn typically charge between $800 and $1,600. This is 73% more affordable than the Victorian average.

What do customers actually say about local electricians?

According to 15 customer responses on Word of Mouth, 100% of customers would choose their electrician in Blackburn again. 100% found them to be on time and reliable, and 100% described them as friendly and professional.

When should I book a electrician for the best availability?

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

How do I find a good electrician in Blackburn?

Start by comparing reviews from real customers — Blackburn has 17 electrician reviews on Word of Mouth. Whitelock Electrical (2026), Approved Electrix (2026) and Melville Electrical Services (2025) have earned a Word of Mouth Service Award (plus 7 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 Blackburn average is 100%.

How does the Blackburn area shape local electrician demand?

Interesting pattern in Blackburn: income runs above the national median ($2,065/week vs $1,748/week) but local electricians price 73% below the Victorian average. Worth comparing quotes to take advantage of that. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Blackburn has 66% of dwellings are standalone houses, a median age of 41, a median household income of $2,065/week.

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