These are our typical Sydney prices for standard jobs, in Australian dollars and including GST. Complex jobs can fall outside them, so your written quote confirms the scope, equipment, labour and exclusions before work starts.
Prices and what they cover
| Work | Typical price (inc. GST) | Inclusions and limits |
|---|---|---|
| LED downlight | $69–$140each | Standard light, installation and materials. Small single-job minimum charges may apply. |
| Light fitting installation | $88–$165per point | Standard connection. Decorative fitting selection and extra wiring need a separate quote. |
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A worked example
Refreshing a room’s downlights
Count the lights, record the existing cut-out size and decide whether their positions will stay. The $69–$140 each range covers a standard supplied-and-installed light. Ask whether the chosen fitting works with the dimmer and whether the total includes drivers, disposal and any ceiling repairs; a new layout involves different cable work.
What changes the cost?
Replacement or new lighting layout
Replacing a fitting at an existing point differs from cutting new positions and running cables. Include disposal and any ceiling repairs in the comparison.
Controls and outdoor conditions
Dimmers must suit the selected LEDs. Outdoor equipment needs suitable weather protection, cable routes and placement, so an indoor per-light rate is not a garden-lighting quote.
Before you arrange the work
Choose the light before the hole
Consider colour temperature, beam angle, glare and light output. Check the cut-out size and ceiling clearances before ordering downlights.
Outdoor and feature lighting
Plan paths, entrances and areas where light is actually needed. Avoid placing bright fittings where they shine into neighbouring windows or directly into a camera lens.
How to use these prices
We last checked these prices on 21 October 2026. They include GST and describe typical jobs; they aren’t an upper limit for complex work. When you compare quotes, check that each one covers the same scope, equipment and exclusions.
For the work included in Xcel’s service, see lighting installation.
Common questions
Does the per-light figure include the fitting?
The LED example covers standard supply and installation. Decorative lights and customer-selected fittings must be itemised separately.
Can old dimmers stay with new LEDs?
Sometimes, but compatibility needs checking. Flicker or poor dimming can require a different driver, dimmer or fitting.
Will several lights cost the per-light range multiplied by the count?
That provides only a rough comparison. Shared setup can reduce the unit cost, while new wiring, dimmers and difficult access add work. Ask for the complete room or property total.
