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Rating: 4.9 (726 reviews)

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4.9 based on 726 reviews of 24 businesses

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5.0

172 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Verified ABN: 33 151 177 174

Servicing Essendon West

Monday: 9:00am to 5:00pm

Licence No. REC-22807 10+ years experience A Grade Electrician

Photos from Respect Electric Services

"Simon was very kind and accommodating to our needs. The gentleman and lady who came to do the job showed up bright..."

5.0

291 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 4.9

Verified ABN: 23 088 467 798 2025 Award

Servicing Essendon West

Monday: 9:00am to 5:00pm

Licence No. REC-15289 25+ years of experience Licensed A-grade electrician

Photos from Melville Electrical Services

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

5.0

81 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Verified ABN: 82 609 070 788

Servicing Essendon West

Monday: On call 24 hours

Licence No. REC-24614 Accredited Master Electrician Qualified A-grade electricians

Photos from Canny Electrics

"Saula arrived promptly and was very knowledgeable and helpful. Job completed most satisfactorily Thank you very much "

4.9

98 reviews

Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8

Verified ABN: 88 160 178 076 2026 Award

Servicing Essendon West

Monday: 7:00am to 5:00pm

Licence No. REC-22336 25+ years of experience Fully licensed & insured

Most reviewed for: Downlight installation

Photos from Approved Electrix

"These guys did a amazing job at my home installing new down lights and PowerPoints around my house "

4.9

22 reviews

Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8

Moonee Ponds VIC

Monday: 7:00am-4:00pm

"Anthony and his team did a total refit of our apartment, his team were professional and nothing was too much trouble...."

5.0

3 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Maribyrnong VIC

"Xpanse Electrical Services work time and time again is exceptional in quality, safety and neatness, yet somehow..."

5.0

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Maribyrnong VIC

"Mark & Alex are fantastic. They clearly are customer-focused tradesman, friendly, professional, entertaining and know..."

5.0

3 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Avondale Heights VIC

"Prompt, efficient and professional. Would highly recommend Daniel to anyone wanting electrical services."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Ascot Vale VIC

"I just had a baby and i wanted to make sure that all the appliances at home were safe. I found Check it Electrical..."

5.0

5 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Ascot Vale VIC

"Very efficient and quick reply. Peter has been very easy to deal with and great skills. His prices are quiet..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Maribyrnong VIC

"Speakers put through whole house and fans installed. Tony and the boys from Top Cat are fantastic they do a very..."

5.0

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Essendon VIC

"We did a major renovation of the kitchen/family room in 2013 and Daniel did a great job of replacing the old down..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Essendon VIC

"I have had several installations completed from light fittings through to electrical rewiring in an old apartment...."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Essendon VIC

"Have used Sargon many times to do many different jobs around the house, downlights, batten lights, air conditioners..."

4.6

21 reviews

Quality 4.7 Service 4.5 Value 4.6

Braybrook VIC

"Extremely happy with the professional service and workmanship Pele Plumbing gave us in the installation of our..."

5.0

3 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Verified ABN: 57 637 660 836

Keilor East VIC

Monday: 7am - 4pm

Lifetime Workmanship Warranty Attention to detail

Most reviewed for: Lighting installation

Photos from J3t Electrical Services

"Daniel was great. Had a bunch of tricky electrical work to be done in a double brick house. Daniel was a problem..."

5.0

6 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Strathmore VIC

"I have been a home owner for many years so have heaps of experience dealing with tradies. Andre is by far the best I..."

5.0

3 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Ascot Vale VIC

"very prompt service polite and no mess great job"

4.0

4 reviews

Quality 4.0 Service 4.0 Value 4.0

Niddrie VIC

"'Prompt, professional and helpful.'"

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Pascoe Vale South VIC

Monday: 24

"Called for an electrical issue at home and was more than pleased to have received a reasonable quote via phone. The..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Brooklyn VIC

"Surprise surprise!! A tradie who actually turns up bang on time. Cain was great he showed up when he said he would...."

4.0

2 reviews

Quality 4.0 Service 4.0 Value 4.0

Airport West VIC

"'Both boys (Nathan & Nathan) were excellent, very helpful"

4.0

1 review

Quality 4.0 Service 4.0 Value 4.0

Strathmore VIC

"'Bernard and his son were fine and we have used them since. They had most competitive of all the quotes. They were..."

4.0

1 review

Quality 4.0 Service 4.0 Value 4.0

Airport West VIC

Monday: 8:00am-5:00pm

"Had a whole apartment re-wired at a good price. Very courteous and prompt, reliable service. Also had an oven..."

Niddrie VIC

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Market Intelligence

Electricians near Essendon West

Data-driven insights based on 723 customer reviews collected between 2007 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 12 trust signal responses

87 / 100

Local Service Score

7 Award Winners

$800 median Typical Cost most jobs $300–$1,500

100% Would Choose Again

100% Positive Feedback

Essendon West is one of the more affordable areas for electricians — 73% below the Victorian average, with typical jobs around $800. 25 electricians service the area with 723 customer reviews.

Cost guide

Most jobs range from $300 to $1,500. Nearby: Aberfeldie ($800), Niddrie ($1,000), Maribyrnong ($800).

Ratings & trust

Customer follow-up responses paint a clear satisfaction picture: 100% would choose their electrician again, 100% found them on time and reliable and 100% described them as friendly and professional. Review flow in Essendon West runs above typical: 40.2 new electrician reviews a year (147% above the Victorian average) — more reviewer activity than most suburbs have on file.

Booking guidance

Based on historical reviews, February is the busiest month for electricians in Essendon West and October the quietest — worth planning around if you can.

Local factors

Household incomes in Essendon West ($2,338/week) clear the national median ($1,748/week), yet electrician pricing sits 73% under the Victorian average — a value signal worth noting.

Based on 723 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2007–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

40.2 / yr Review velocity +185%

4.9 stars Avg rating above avg

$300 Typical cost -61%

5.0 stars Service rating

28.9 avg Reviews / provider

160.4 / 10k Provider density

Electrician reviews & ratings over time — Essendon West area

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Electrician reviews, ratings and typical cost by year in the Essendon West area, from customer reviews on Word of Mouth.
Year	Reviews	Average rating out of 5	Median reported cost
2007	1	4.0	no prices reported
2010	1	5.0	no prices reported
2011	21	4.9	$677
2012	24	4.9	$625
2013	39	4.9	$400
2014	106	4.9	$245
2015	62	4.9	$647
2016	55	5.0	$445
2017	98	5.0	$279
2018	64	5.0	$631
2019	55	4.8	$495
2020	54	5.0	$300
2021	31	5.0	$525
2022	20	5.0	$1,500
2023	33	5.0	$470
2024	31	5.0	$271
2025	15	5.0	$900
2026	13	5.0	$300

Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2007–2026

Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.

Essendon West area profile ABS Census 2021

1,559 Population

35.2% Own with mortgage

67.8% Houses

$2,338 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 Essendon West 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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What other customers paid

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Reviews going back to 2007

Australians have been reviewing local businesses here since 2007. How we handle reviews, disputes and removals is set out in our Fair Play Policy.

How Much Does An Electrician Cost?

Average cost from $80 to $130 per hour

What's the Cost to Install a Ceiling Fan?

Average cost between $100 and $600

How Much Does It Cost to Rewire a Property?

Average cost from $3800 to $7200

Electricians in Essendon West — FAQs

What are typical electrician prices in Essendon West?

Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, electricians in Essendon West typically charge between $300 and $1,500. This is 73% more affordable than the Victorian average.

How do Essendon West electricians perform on customer satisfaction?

According to 12 customer responses on Word of Mouth, 100% of customers would choose their electrician in Essendon West again. 100% found them to be on time and reliable, and 100% described them as friendly and professional.

When is the best time to book a electrician in Essendon West?

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

What should I look for when choosing a electrician?

Start by comparing reviews from real customers — Essendon West has 723 electrician reviews on Word of Mouth. Approved Electrix (2026), Melville Electrical Services (2025) and Canny Electrics (2022) have earned a Word of Mouth Service Award (plus 4 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 Essendon West average is 100%.

What rating do electricians in Essendon West typically receive?

Electricians in Essendon West have an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 723 customer reviews on Word of Mouth. This is above the national average of 4.87 stars.

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