Reading list.
Plain-English guides on the work — what's involved, when it makes sense, what to watch for.
VIR cable — what it is, why it's in pre-1970 Melbourne homes, and what to do about it
Vulcanised india rubber wiring is common in Mitcham, Blackburn, and Box Hill homes built before 1970. The insulation becomes brittle and cracks over time. Here's how it fails, how to spot it, and what to do about it.
Ceramic fuse vs circuit breaker — why the difference matters more than you think
Ceramic fuses are common in Melbourne's 1940s–1970s homes. They can be over-fused, trip slowly, and offer no arc fault protection. Here's what modern circuit breakers do instead, and what a switchboard upgrade involves.
Rental property electrical obligations — what landlords in Victoria actually need to do
Victorian landlords must provide compliant smoke alarms, RCD protection on all circuits, and a property that meets minimum electrical safety standards. Here's what the law requires and what a rental electrical safety check actually covers.
What jobs run.
Indicative ranges for common electrical jobs across Melbourne's east — informed by hundreds of recent quotes.
Power Point Installation Cost in Melbourne
$220 – $1,200Single power point pricing depends on whether you can branch off an existing circuit, the wall material, and whether the fitting is standard or USB-combo. Below are typical ranges for residential additions.
↗ See guide02Induction Cooktop Installation Cost in Melbourne
$650 – $2,400Induction cooktop pricing depends on whether you're replacing an existing induction unit or converting from gas — and on the existing switchboard's spare capacity. Below are typical ranges across Melbourne's east, with the factors that move the price.
↗ See guide03Switchboard Upgrade Cost in Melbourne
$1,200 – $4,200Switchboard upgrade pricing varies a lot — single-phase vs three-phase, mains condition, number of circuits. Below is what to expect across Melbourne's east, with the factors that move the price.
↗ See guide04EV Charger Installation Cost in Melbourne
$1,500 – $4,500Installing a Level 2 (7–22kW) home EV charger varies based on cable run, phase, and switchboard capacity. Below is what to expect across Melbourne's east, with the factors that move the price.
↗ See guideOn the tools.
A selection of recent jobs — switchboard upgrades, fit-outs, EV chargers, lighting.
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