Glebe Electrician
We're on call for electrical emergencies across Glebe, with pricing that stays fair for every household.
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Electricians Working Across Glebe 2037
Glebe holds one of the biggest collections of Victorian terraces and cottages left in Sydney, packed tightly around Glebe Point Road, St Johns Road and the streets running down toward Blackwattle Bay. A lot of that stock has never had a proper rewire, so we spend plenty of time behind ornate cornices and inside cramped little switch cupboards under the stairs, sorting out wiring that’s older than anyone currently living in the house.
Add in the high number of shared houses and rentals near the University of Sydney, plus the newer units and renovated terraces scattered through, and there’s a fair bit of variety in what we get called out for around Glebe.
- Electrical fault finding
- Smoke alarms
- Power point installations
- Switchboard upgrades
- CCTV camera installations
- Home appliance installation
- Lighting installation and repairs
- Ceiling fan installation and repairs
- Smart home wiring
Electrical Services for Glebe Homes
Power Point Installations
Original Victorian terraces in Glebe were built with barely a power point or two per room, which doesn't stretch far once you add laptops, heaters and everything else a household runs today. We add new points wherever you need them, wired properly back to the switchboard rather than daisy chained off whatever's nearest.
Switchboard Upgrades
It's still common to open up a switchboard in a Glebe terrace and find porcelain rewireable fuses with no safety switch anywhere on the board. We replace the lot with a modern setup, breakers and RCDs included, sized properly for what the house actually draws now, not what it drew a hundred years ago.
Lighting Installation, Upgrades & Repairs
From downlights in a renovated terrace to feature lighting that suits high ceilings and original detailing, we design and fit lighting that works with the character of the home. We'll also chase down flickering or failing lights caused by tired old wiring or a loose connection somewhere in the roof.
Home Appliance Installation
Getting an appliance wired in correctly matters just as much as the appliance itself. We install ovens, cooktops, dishwashers, dryers, range hoods and more, making sure each one sits on a properly protected circuit built to handle the load.
Smoke Alarms
With so many rentals and shared houses across Glebe, keeping smoke alarms compliant matters. We supply, install and test hardwired, interconnected alarms for homeowners and landlords alike, and make sure your setup meets current NSW requirements.
Ceiling Fans
We handle the full job, working out the right mounting point and structural support, then running dedicated wiring and fitting the wall controls or remote receiver. Not every fan issue means a full replacement either. If yours is rattling, wobbling, refusing to start or flickering on the light, our electricians can usually repair rather than replace.
Transparent Quotes and Warranty Coverage
Most jobs we can quote over the phone straight away, since we’ve already got a fixed price sorted for almost everything we do. You’ll get a clear number upfront, and once you’re happy to go ahead, that’s when work starts. If something extra comes up along the way, whether it’s more work or more materials, we stop and talk you through it first, and agree on the added cost before touching anything further. We never just crack on with work you haven’t signed off on. That said, if we spot something that needs doing for the safety of your property or your family, we’ll always flag it with you, no matter what.
Our workmanship comes with a twelve month guarantee, and the materials we supply carry at least a one year warranty, with some products covered for up to seven years.
Once the job is done, we’ll hand over any relevant documentation so you have a clear record of the work completed at your property.
Quotes don’t cost you anything, and if your plans change, you can cancel a booking without copping a fee. No pressure either way.
Why Glebe Locals Choose Us
Local Experience
From Victorian terraces with original wiring to student rentals and newer units, we know Glebe's housing and how to work with each type properly.
Just Down the Road
Based in Rozelle, we can reach Glebe quickly for booked jobs and urgent call outs alike.
Respect for Your Home
We work tidily from start to finish and leave your place just as clean as we found it.
Quality Workmanship
We deliver clean, reliable electrical work with no shortcuts, leaving every installation safe, tidy and professionally finished.
Proven Track Record
Over a hundred 5-star reviews don't happen by accident. We work hard to keep it that way.
Level 1 and Level 2 Licensed
Whether it's a straightforward power point or underground service work, we've got the licensing to take it on.
No Middleman, Just an Electrician
When you call, you're talking to someone who actually knows the trade and can help you then and there.
Pricing That Makes Sense
We got into this game to genuinely help people, so we keep our pricing fair and realistic for everyday households.
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What Glebe Customers Say
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I have used Inner West Electrical Solutions a number of times now. Chris is always friendly, punctual, reliable, cleans up afterwards and is reasonably priced.
I have no hesitation in highly recommending Inner West Electrical Solutions.
- Megan Butterworth
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Highly recommended!!! Chris has done a fantastic job replacing all our old halogen lights with low energy lights as well as revamping our light switches and power points with new clipsal products really sprucing up our house (and ensuring safety). He is reliable and professional and great to work with.
- Liz Wynn
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- Danny
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I’ve used Chris a couple of times as he is very knowledgeable, professional and result is high quality. I also appreciated the advice he provided which saved me a call out fee. Great to have a reliable local tradie.
- Jan Volarik
Frequently Asked Questions
My terrace still has old rubber or cloth-covered wiring, is that dangerous?
What's actually wrong with a porcelain fuse switchboard?
Will heritage rules affect the electrical work on my property?
Can you add extra circuits to my existing switchboard?
How fast can you get to an electrical emergency in Glebe?
Do you handle electrical work for rental properties?
Also Servicing the Wider Inner West
- Annandale
- Ashbury (part)
- Ashfield
- Balmain
- Balmain East
- Birchgrove
- Camperdown
- Croydon
- Croydon Park
- Dobroyd Point
- Drummoyne
- Dulwich Hill
- Enmore
- Forest Lodge
- Glebe
- Haberfield
- Hunters Hill
- Hurlstone Park
- Leichhardt
- Lewisham
- Lilyfield
- Marrickville
- Newtown
- Petersham
- Rozelle
- Ryde
- St Peters
- Stanmore
- Summer Hill
- Sydenham
On Call for Glebe Electrical Emergencies
Inner West Electrical Solutions has been servicing homes across Glebe and the broader Inner West for over 20 years. We’re familiar with the streets, the blend of heritage terraces and newer units, and the kinds of electrical problems that turn up again and again in this part of Sydney. That local know-how means we can pinpoint the issue faster and suggest a fix that actually suits the property, not a one-size-fits-all approach. If you want an electrician who already understands Glebe’s wiring quirks and its homes, get in touch and lock in a time that suits you.