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Electrician in Newtown

Newtown is dense with Victorian and Federation terraces, many with knob-and-tube or VIR wiring still in place behind the walls. We do a lot of partial rewires, switchboard upgrades and fault finding here — most jobs need careful planning around heritage features.

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What we do in Newtown

  • Switchboard upgrades on terrace homes — often replacing original Bakelite boards
  • Partial and full rewires of older VIR and rubber-insulated wiring
  • Fault finding without ripping into walls unnecessarily
  • Lighting upgrades that work with heritage ceilings and cornices
  • Power point additions in plaster and lath walls

Popular services in Newtown

Switchboard Upgrades

Upgrade your switchboard for improved safety, reliability, and compliance with current Australian standards.

Fault Finding

Intermittent electrical faults can be frustrating and potentially dangerous. We use systematic testing to locate the cause quickly and fix it properly.

Lighting Installation

Good lighting transforms a space. We install LED downlights, pendants, outdoor lights, and more — done neatly with attention to detail.

Power Points & GPOs

Extra power points where you need them — installed neatly and connected properly to the right circuit.

Smoke Alarm Installation

Working smoke alarms save lives. We install, test, and replace smoke alarms to ensure your home meets NSW requirements.

Renovations & New Builds

Renovating or building? We provide all electrical work from rough-in wiring through to fit-off and certification — working alongside your builder and trades.

FAQs about electrical work in Newtown

Yes — we work on heritage and conservation-area terraces regularly. Wiring is run discreetly and we minimise impact to original features. Where council approval is needed for visible changes, we'll flag it before starting.

We assess each circuit, isolate any failed sections and replace them safely. Many Newtown terraces don't need a full rewire — a partial replacement plus a switchboard upgrade is often enough to meet current standards.

We try to avoid it. Where new cable runs are unavoidable, we work with you to find the least visible route and patch any holes neatly so a painter can finish over the top.

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