Electrician in Randwick
Randwick Electrician.
Expert electricians in Randwick 2031. Federation home rewiring, switchboard upgrades, EV charger installation. Licensed, insured and locally trusted.
Licensed Electrician in Randwick, 2031
Bayside Electrical Group has been serving Randwick's diverse residential and commercial community, from period homes near the racecourse to modern townhouses around UNSW. Our team understands the electrical demands of this family-oriented suburb with its mix of heritage properties, institutions, and contemporary developments.
As fully licensed electricians (Licence 388283C), we handle everything from rewiring Federation terraces to installing advanced home automation systems in new builds. Whether you're renovating a Californian bungalow or need urgent repairs at your rental property, we provide reliable, code-compliant electrical work with transparent pricing.
Randwick Housing and Electrical Needs
Randwick features an exceptional variety of housing styles, from grand Edwardian and Federation homes near the racecourse and in the Randwick Village precinct, to Californian bungalows and Inter-War brick cottages throughout the central suburbs. The area around UNSW contains numerous 1960s-1980s brick apartment blocks, while recent decades have seen contemporary townhouse and apartment developments along major corridors like Alison Road and Avoca Street.
The diversity of housing stock means equally varied electrical requirements, from heritage-sensitive upgrades in century-old homes that must preserve original features while meeting modern safety standards, to high-capacity installations for multi-level family homes with pools, home offices, and EV chargers. Student accommodation and investment properties require durable, code-compliant installations that withstand high tenant turnover.
Common Electrical Issues in Randwick
Randwick's mix of old and new construction presents these recurring electrical issues:
- Undersized switchboards in period homes unable to support modern appliances, air conditioning, and home office equipment simultaneously
- Original knob-and-tube or cloth-wrapped wiring in Federation and Edwardian houses that fails building inspections during property sales
- Shared meter boards in converted houses and older apartment blocks causing billing disputes and unclear electrical responsibility
- Overloaded circuits in student rentals near UNSW where multiple occupants run high-power devices from insufficient power points
Electrical Services Available in Randwick
We provide comprehensive residential and commercial electrical services across Randwick, including scheduled maintenance, emergency repairs, safety inspections for property transactions, and full-scale renovations.
Randwick Electrician FAQ
What's involved in rewiring a Federation house in Randwick?
A complete rewire of a Federation-era home typically takes 5-10 days depending on size and involves installing new cabling throughout, upgrading the switchboard to include RCD protection, and installing modern power points and lighting circuits. We can often conceal new cables within existing cavities to preserve heritage features. Expect costs from $12,000-$25,000 for a typical three-bedroom home.
Do I need an electrical safety inspection before selling in Randwick?
While not legally required in NSW, many buyers request electrical safety reports, especially for properties built before 1990. We conduct comprehensive inspections checking switchboards, wiring condition, safety switch operation, earthing systems, and compliance with current standards. These reports cost $250-$400.
Can you install EV chargers for homes near UNSW Randwick?
Absolutely. We install both portable EV chargers (requiring a dedicated 15-amp circuit) and hardwired wall units (typically 7-22kW capacity). Most Randwick homes need switchboard assessment first to ensure adequate capacity. Installation usually takes 3-5 hours.
How much does it cost to upgrade a switchboard in Randwick?
Switchboard upgrades in Randwick typically cost between $1,800-$3,500 for residential properties, depending on whether you need additional circuits, meter box replacement, or complete board modernisation. We provide a fixed-price quote after inspecting your current installation.
Our Service Area in Randwick
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Whether it's a simple switchboard upgrade or a full commercial fitout, our licensed electricians are ready to help. Call now for a free quote.