Understand the job
Electrical work starts with a clear question.
These guides help you describe a fault or planned change before a licensed contractor assesses the property. They do not offer a remote diagnosis, fixed price or promise of attendance.
Electrical fault finding
Investigate an unexplained trip, outage or flicker before choosing a repair.
Report the affected circuit, timing and any moisture before a licensed assessment.Switchboard upgrades
Compare the protection and circuit scope of a proposed board change.
Ask what was inspected, what protection is included and how the new load is allowed for.Safety switches
Understand circuit protection, testing and a repeatedly tripping RCD.
Identify the protected circuits and relevant property obligations before requesting work.Power points and circuits
Separate a replacement outlet from a new point or dedicated circuit.
Describe the location, intended load and access so the right circuit question is asked.Lighting and ceiling fans
Plan fittings, switching and ceiling access before installation.
Specify the fixture, ceiling and controls instead of assuming a simple swap.Smoke alarms
Check property and tenancy details against Queensland alarm requirements.
The eventual provider must confirm this service and the applicable rule before work.Before a licensed electrical contractor quotes
Ask what initial inspection is included, whether testing is part of the scope, what parts or access conditions are assumed, and how extra work would be approved. For immediate danger such as shock, fire or fallen lines, call 000 rather than using an ordinary enquiry. An ordinary enquiry can be submitted for review; no specific electrical contractor is promised.
Prepare a job brief