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Word of Mouth electricians in Carlton receive an average rating of 4.9 based off 1068 reviews.

Melville Electrical Services

Reviewed recently
5.0
291 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 4.9
Verified ABN: 23 088 467 798 2025 Award
Servicing Carlton
Thursday: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Licence No. REC-15289 25+ years of experience Licensed A-grade electrician
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"Reliable, timely, affordable, helpful and friendly. I have no hesitation in recommending Doug and his team. "

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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 Carlton
Thursday: On call 24 hours
Licence No. REC-24614 Accredited Master Electrician Qualified A-grade electricians
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"Excellent electricians, punctual and professional. Highly recommend "

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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 Carlton
Thursday: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Licence No. REC-22807 10+ years experience A Grade Electrician
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"Darren is one of the most hardworking, honest, reliable tradesperson we have come across. His attention to detail..."

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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 Carlton
Thursday: 7:30am to 4:00pm
Over 20 years combined experience Perfect 5.0 star rating on Google (220+ reviews)
Most reviewed for: General electrical
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"Whitelock were very professional and assessed our installations thoroughly before commencing . We were kept fully..."

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Approved Electrix

4.9
98 reviews
Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8
Verified ABN: 88 160 178 076 2026 Award
Servicing Carlton
Thursday: 7:00am to 5:00pm
Licence No. REC-22336 25+ years of experience Fully licensed & insured
Most reviewed for: Downlight installation
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"Clint and his apprentice were professional and very efficient. The company was easy to deal with and I would highly..."

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United Electrical

4.3
22 reviews
Quality 4.3 Service 4.3 Value 4.3
Melbourne VIC
Thursday: 9.00am - 6.00pm

"The service and installation of our new appliances went well. The electricians were able to show how the appliances..."

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Jenson Electrical

5.0
15 reviews
Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.9
Melbourne VIC
Thursday: Always Open

"Yuan was very friendly, helpful, and got the work done on time and at an affordable price. Thanks and Regards "

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Rightnow Services

4.6
11 reviews
Quality 4.6 Service 4.6 Value 4.6
ABN: 37 664 991 351 2023 Award Special Offer
Melbourne VIC
Thursday: On call 24 hours

"Joey was brilliant, arrived within 30 mins and did a great job fixing a burst pipe in our kitchen on a Saturday..."

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May Group Electrical

4.8
8 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 4.9 Value 4.8
Melbourne VIC

"Liam was really friendly, nice and accommodating. He was meant to come just after lunch but came late as he got stuck..."

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Ellis Group Electrical

5.0
3 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Special Offer
Melbourne VIC

"I am a Builder and I use Kyle from Ellis Group Electrical for all of my electrical work. The two biggest issues I..."

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CLELEC

5.0
6 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Melbourne VIC

"Dear Justin, Just a quick letter to thank you for the work you have completed in our apartment over the past 14..."

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Market Intelligence

Electricians servicing Carlton

Data-driven insights based on 1,068 customer reviews collected between 2007 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 19 trust signal responses

90 / 100
Local Service Score
13 Award Winners
$1,400 median Typical Cost most jobs $700–$1,600
100% Would Choose Again
100% Positive Feedback

Carlton is one of the more affordable areas for electricians — 75% below the Victorian average, with typical jobs around $1,400. 25 electricians service the area with 1,068 customer reviews.

What it costs

Most jobs range from $700 to $1,600. Nearby: Fitzroy ($1,400), Carlton North ($1,400), Melbourne ($1,400).

About this suburb

Carlton's young profile (median age 27) shows in review activity: locals leave 267% more electrician reviews than the Victorian average, so the ratings here reflect recent, engaged customer experiences.

What locals say

Post-job trust signals from local customers show 100% would choose their electrician again, 100% found them on time and reliable and 100% described them as friendly and professional. Review activity here is higher than typical: Carlton averages 56.2 new electrician reviews a year — 267% above the Victorian average — a larger sample than most suburbs in the state.

Demand patterns

Demand for electricians in Carlton peaks around April and drops to its quietest in December based on review patterns — something to factor in if your job is flexible on dates.

Based on 1,068 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2007–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

56.2 / yr Review velocity +301%
4.9 stars Avg rating
$300 Typical cost -60%
5.0 stars Service rating
42.7 avg Reviews / provider
15.6 / 10k Provider density

Electrician reviews & ratings over time — Carlton area

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Electrician reviews, ratings and typical cost by year in the Carlton area, from customer reviews on Word of Mouth.
Year Reviews Average rating out of 5 Median reported cost
2007 1 5.0 $180
2009 2 5.0 no prices reported
2010 3 5.0 no prices reported
2011 18 4.7 $610
2012 10 4.8 $775
2013 39 4.9 $400
2014 95 4.9 $245
2015 57 5.0 $600
2016 77 4.9 $375
2017 114 4.9 $360
2018 127 5.0 $631
2019 95 5.0 $375
2020 131 4.9 $450
2021 64 4.9 $800
2022 48 4.9 $1,500
2023 45 4.9 $320
2024 77 5.0 $950
2025 45 4.8 $1,350
2026 20 5.0 $300

Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2007–2026

Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.

Carlton area profile ABS Census 2021

16,055 Population
10% Own with mortgage
1.3% Houses
$1,292 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 Carlton 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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Australians have been reviewing local businesses here since 2007. How we handle reviews, disputes and removals is set out in our Fair Play Policy.

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Electricians in Carlton — FAQs

How much does a electrician cost in Carlton?

Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, electricians in Carlton typically charge between $700 and $1,600. This is 75% more affordable than the Victorian average.

Can I trust a electrician found on Word of Mouth in Carlton?

According to 19 customer responses on Word of Mouth, 100% of customers would choose their electrician in Carlton again. 100% found them to be on time and reliable, and 100% described them as friendly and professional.

What time of year does electrician demand peak in Carlton?

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

How can I tell if a electrician in Carlton is worth hiring?

Start by comparing reviews from real customers — Carlton has 1,068 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 10 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 Carlton average is 100%.

What is the average electrician rating in Carlton?

Electricians in Carlton have an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 1,068 customer reviews on Word of Mouth.

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