Electrician
Electrician Quote Check (Australia)
Got an electrician's quote? Upload it and we'll break it down: labour hours, hourly rates, switchboard scope, RCD coverage, AS/NZS 3000 compliance and licence detail before you pay a deposit.
No accusations — just clarity. We highlight what's fair, what's unclear, and what to confirm.
Quote Checker
Check Your Electrician Quote
Upload your quote and get an instant AI audit — pricing check, compliance review, and the questions to ask before you sign.
Free, no obligation. We don't contact your current sparky.
What We Check
Every Detail in Your Electrical Quote
Licence Details
NSW Fair Trading / state regulator licence number, ABN and presence on the quote.
Switchboard Allowance
Circuit count, RCBOs vs MCBs, main switch capacity, asbestos backing-board removal.
RCD / Safety Switches
AS/NZS 3000 requires all circuits to be RCD-protected. We check coverage.
Cable Runs & Sizes
Cable type (TPS, V90), runs in metres, conduit, surface vs in-wall.
Compliance Certificate
CCEW (NSW) or equivalent — required for prescribed electrical work.
Materials Quality
Switchboard brand, accessory brand (Clipsal, HPM, etc.), branded vs generic.
Exclusions
Patching, painting, asbestos, scaffolding, after-hours premiums.
Labour Detail
Hours/day rate, number of sparkies, weekend/after-hours, callout fees.
Hourly Rate
Stated or inferred rate compared to typical Australian ranges.
Outlets & Lighting
Point counts, lighting type (LED downlight, GU10, batten), dimmer compatibility.
EV Charger Spec
Charger amp draw vs available switchboard capacity, dedicated circuit.
Red-Flag Patterns
Lump sums, missing quantities, "by others", vague scope, no licence number.
Common Red Flags
What We Flag in Electrical Quotes
No electrical licence number listed
Switchboard upgrade scope not itemised (circuits, RCDs, asbestos)
CCEW or compliance certificate not included
Cable lengths quoted as "lump sum" with no metres specified
Asbestos backing board not addressed in older switchboards
EV charger quote without switchboard capacity check
Excessive "additional materials TBC" line items
No mention of AS/NZS 3000 or Wiring Rules
Unrealistically low hourly rate (often hides material markup)
No insurance / public liability mention
Quote Checklist
What a Fair Electrical Quote Includes
Switchboard Upgrade
- Number of circuits + RCBOs / RCDs
- Main switch and metering arrangement
- Asbestos backing-board removal (if applicable)
- Ausgrid / network notification + service work
- Surge diverter / SPD allowance
- Compliance certificate (CCEW)
- Insulation resistance + RCD trip-time testing
- Electrical licence number + ABN
- Public liability + workers comp note
Rewire / New Circuit
- Cable type (e.g. 2.5mm² TPS) and run length
- Conduit / cable tray, surface vs concealed
- Point count (GPOs, switches, light points)
- Patching + paint allowance (or excluded)
- Demolition / chasing works scope
- New circuits added at switchboard + RCBO
- Compliance certificate (CCEW)
- Materials brand (Clipsal, HPM, Legrand, etc.)
- Warranty on workmanship + materials
How It Works
Three Steps to Clarity
Upload Your Quote
Snap a photo, upload the PDF, or paste the text. We accept any electrical quote — switchboard, rewire, EV charger, lighting.
Audit Breakdown
Our AI checks labour rates, material costs, AS/NZS 3000 compliance, RCD coverage and licence detail against Australian market data.
Get Questions + Recommendations
Receive targeted questions for your sparky and specific improvements for a clearer, fairer quote.
Common Services
Electrical Services We Audit
Switchboard Upgrade
Replace ceramic-fuse boards with modern RCBO switchboards. $1,500–$3,500 typical residential.
Whole-House Rewire
Replace cloth, rubber or aluminium with modern TPS cable. $11,000–$20,000 for a 3-bed Sydney metro.
EV Charger Install
7–22kW Level 2 EV chargers. $1,200–$2,200 with capacity, $2,200–$3,800 with sub-board work.
Solar + Battery
Solar PV connection, battery wiring, smart-meter changeovers. Level 2 ASP often required.
Power Points & Lighting
New GPOs, USB outlets, LED downlights, dimmers, smart switches.
Level 2 ASP Work
Service mains, single-to-three-phase conversion, point-of-attachment moves, meter changes.
Bushfire-Zone Wiring
AS3959-compliant enclosures and ember-guard fittings for BAL-rated properties.
Safety Switch Retrofit
Add RCDs to older boards to meet AS/NZS 3000 protection requirements.
Emergency Callouts
24/7 response — sparking switchboards, dead circuits, burning smells. After-hours rates apply.
Sample Report
What Your Audit Report Looks Like
Market Position Gauge
See how your quote compares to Australian market averages.
Business Details Detected
ABN, licence number, insurance — what we found and what's missing.
Line Item Extraction
Every item pulled from the quote with category, quantity, and price.
Questions to Ask
Targeted questions to put to your sparky before paying a deposit.
Recommended Improvements
What a clearer, more professional version of this quote looks like.
Red Flags & Concerns
Anything that looks unusual, vague, or worth double-checking.
Preview shown is an example format.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the audit free?
Yes. The quote audit tool is completely free. Upload your electrical quote and get a full breakdown at no cost.
What is a Certificate of Compliance (CCEW)?
A Certificate of Compliance for Electrical Work (CCEW) is a legal document your electrician must issue after completing prescribed electrical work in NSW, certifying it complies with AS/NZS 3000. Other states have equivalent compliance certificates.
How much does a switchboard upgrade cost?
A standard residential switchboard upgrade typically costs $1,200–$3,500 depending on the number of circuits, RCD requirements, and whether asbestos backing-board removal is needed. Three-phase upgrades and Ausgrid metering changes can add $500–$1,500.
What are RCDs and do I need more?
RCDs (safety switches) detect earth leakage and cut power to prevent electrocution. AS/NZS 3000 requires all circuits to be RCD-protected in new and altered installations. Many older homes have only one or no RCDs — adding them is one of the most common recommendations in our audits.
Do I need a licensed electrician?
Yes. All electrical work in Australia must be performed by a licensed electrician. Each state has its own licensing body — for example NSW Fair Trading in NSW, Energy Safe Victoria in Victoria, Electrical Safety Office in Queensland.
What is Level 2 ASP work?
Level 2 Accredited Service Providers can connect and disconnect properties from the network grid (Ausgrid, Endeavour, Essential). They're required for service mains upgrades, meter changes, and overhead-to-underground service conversions. Standard A-grade electricians cannot do this work.
Do you contact the electrician?
No. We never contact your sparky. You choose what to ask and when. We provide copy-paste questions for your tradie. You stay in control.
Is my data private?
Yes. Your quote data is processed securely and is not shared with third parties or contractors.
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