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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hardwired smoke alarm | $165–$275per alarm | Standard alarm and wiring installation; interconnection and access affect the final scope. |
| New power point | $150–$290 | One standard point, labour and standard materials; no board upgrade or difficult cable route. |
| Oven or cooktop connection | $220–$440 | Standard appliance connection to a suitable dedicated circuit; appliance purchase and circuit upgrades excluded. |
| After-hours attendance and initial labour | $250–$575 | Call-out plus the first period of after-hours labour. The included time varies; we confirm it, and the price of any further repair or parts, before work goes ahead. |
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A worked example
An alarm replacement between tenancies
Start with the $165–$275 per alarm price for a standard hardwired alarm, then confirm the existing alarm type, replacement model, interconnection and wiring condition. The work order should state access arrangements and who approves extra repairs. Replacing one alarm is not an inspection of every electrical circuit.
What changes the cost?
Clear approval limits
Give the authorised spend, approving contact and the process for extra work. Diagnosis can uncover a wider issue than the initial tenant report.
Tenant access
Key collection, tenant availability and return visits affect scheduling. A precise fault description and appliance details help the first visit.
Before you arrange the work
Safety and handover
Keep testing records, invoices and relevant compliance certificates with the property file. Record what was repaired and any separate recommendations.
Planning between tenancies
Combine known small repairs where practical, with each item clearly approved. A vacant property can make access easier, but it does not establish that the wiring is sound.
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 real estate electrical.
Common questions
Is there one annual electrical fee for rentals?
No single fee covers every property and fault. Compare the defined inspection or maintenance scope and which repairs are extra.
Can an agent approve work for the landlord?
Provide the agent’s authorisation and the owner’s approval requirements with the work order so the job can proceed within the agreed scope.
Does one repair visit include an electrical safety inspection?
Not automatically. A repair addresses its agreed scope. If the owner needs a wider inspection, specify the areas, circuits and written reporting required as a separate item.
