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5.0 based on 721 reviews of 25 businesses

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Word of Mouth electricians in Essendon receive an average rating of 5.0 based off 721 reviews.

Respect Electric Services

5.0
172 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Verified ABN: 33 151 177 174
Servicing Essendon
Friday: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Licence No. REC-22807 10+ years experience A Grade Electrician

"Darren is by far the most friendly, professional, hardworking, and no-nonsense electrician I’ve ever come across...."

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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 Essendon
Friday: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Licence No. REC-15289 25+ years of experience Licensed A-grade electrician

"Doug is utterly trustworthy and knows his stuff. He is super easy to deal with and turns up when he says he will turn..."

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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 Essendon
Friday: On call 24 hours
Licence No. REC-24614 Accredited Master Electrician Qualified A-grade electricians

"The team from Canny electrics recently completed several works on my home to an extremely high level of..."

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Approved Electrix

Reviewed this week
4.9
98 reviews
Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8
Verified ABN: 88 160 178 076 2026 Award
Servicing Essendon
Friday: 7:00am to 5:00pm
Licence No. REC-22336 25+ years of experience Fully licensed & insured
Most reviewed for: Downlight installation

"Huge thanks to Dean from Approved Electrix for an amazing pendant light installation! Professional, efficient,..."

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MGS Electrics

5.0
2 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Maribyrnong VIC

"Work was completed on time and within my schedule. Great communication. Would definitely call on MGS electrics again."

Orbital Electrical

5.0
2 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Brunswick VIC
Friday: 7-5

"Dan provides an excellent service. He is always very reliable and easy to deal with. We would happily recommend..."

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Market Intelligence

Essendon electrician reviews and ratings

Data-driven insights based on 720 customer reviews collected between 2008 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 9 trust signal responses

84 / 100
Local Service Score
6 Award Winners
$800 median Typical Cost most jobs $300–$1,500
100% Positive Feedback

Essendon 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 720 customer reviews.

Going rates

Most jobs range from $300 to $1,500. Nearby: Essendon North ($1,000), Aberfeldie ($800), Strathmore ($1,000).

Timing & availability

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

Area profile in brief

Interesting pattern in Essendon: income runs above the national median ($2,132/week vs $1,748/week) but local electricians price 73% below the Victorian average. Worth comparing quotes to take advantage of that.

Reviews & ratings

At 37.9 electrician reviews a year — 133% above the Victorian average — Essendon collects more feedback per year than typical for the state.

Based on 720 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2008–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

37.9 / yr Review velocity +169%
5.0 stars Avg rating above avg
$300 Typical cost -61%
5.0 stars Service rating
28.8 avg Reviews / provider
11.8 / 10k Provider density

Electrician reviews & ratings over time — Essendon area

Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2008–2026

Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.

Essendon area profile ABS Census 2021

21,240 Population
29.7% Own with mortgage
47.2% Houses
$2,132 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 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 Essendon — FAQs

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

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

When should I book a electrician for the best availability?

Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, electrician demand in Essendon tends to peak in February 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 Essendon?

Start by comparing reviews from real customers — Essendon has 720 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 3 other local award winners) — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.

How well-rated are electricians in Essendon?

Electricians in Essendon have an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars, based on 720 customer reviews on Word of Mouth. This is above the national average of 4.87 stars.

How does the Essendon area shape local electrician demand?

Interesting pattern in Essendon: income runs above the national median ($2,132/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 Essendon has a median age of 39, a median household income of $2,132/week.

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