Electricians in
Mitcham.

Mitcham's mix of character cottages, mid-century homes, and newer builds means electrical systems vary enormously from property to property. Older homes often have undersized switchboards, insufficient power points for modern living, and wiring that hasn't been upgraded since the house was built.

Common electrical jobs include switchboard upgrades from old ceramic fuses to modern circuit breakers with safety switches, additional power points in kitchens and living areas, LED downlight installations, ceiling fan wiring, smoke alarm upgrades to meet current SA regulations, and split system air conditioning electrical connections.

When to upgrade your switchboard

If your Mitcham home still has a ceramic fuse board, rewirable fuses, or no safety switch (RCD), a switchboard upgrade should be your first priority. Modern switchboards with RCDs protect against electric shock and electrical fires. The upgrade typically takes half a day and costs $1,500–$3,500 depending on the number of circuits.

• Power point installation — $150–$300 per point
• Switchboard upgrade — $1,500–$3,500
• LED downlights — $60–$120 per light
• Safety switch installation — $200–$350
• Ceiling fan installation — $200–$600
• Full rewiring (3-bed) — $8,000–$18,000

Electricians servicing Mitcham also cover Torrens Park, Kingswood, Hawthorn, Colonel Light Gardens, Black Forest, Clarence Park, and Westbourne Park.