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Recent Auto Electrician reviews

Very professional and knows the work perfectly.

Dash cam installation

$130

Thanks Peter for the tidy and efficient install of a 2 channel viofo A229 pro dashcam in my car.

Dash cam installation

$150

Fit an earth cable and got my truck started within 30 mins, awesome work!

Earth a car battery

$50

Services delivered as promised, at appointed time. Reliable tasker. Happy to recommend.

WirelessCarplay, AA & reverse camera in 09 Corolla

$5

He has done a good job!

Installation of 12v system

$100

Great service, reliable fast and efficient

Install reverse camera (everything supplied)

$40

What's the average cost of an auto electrician

$110 - $200

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$110

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$150

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$200

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Why book local auto electricians through Airtasker?

New cars have complex inbuilt electrical systems, so when something goes wrong, don’t try and fix the problem yourself. Instead, hire a local auto electrician to help fix problems in your car, trailer, and even your boat. Using specialised diagnostic equipment, the technician will find the problem and do the necessary auto electrical repairs.

Airtasker is a great place to find auto electricians near you. There’s no task too big or too small! Just post the details of your electrical problem and you’ll have offers from local auto electricians within minutes. We’ll help you find local auto electricians who have the tools and know-how to get your car back on the road as soon as possible.

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Top Auto Electrician related questions

Auto electricians cost around $120-$220 on Airtasker, depending on the type of service and the complexity of the problem. Your auto electrician will confirm their quote after they’ve performed a full diagnostic check on your car and determined the extent of the issue.

The most common sign of an auto electrical problem is a car that won’t start, followed closely by the failure of general electrics. 

Common auto electrical problems are split into four main areas:

  • The charging system, which includes the battery or alternator
  • The ignition system, which could mean a fault with the starter motor
  • The lighting system, which includes headlights, brake lights, and indicators
  • The general electrics like central locking, windows, stereos, and air conditioning 

When warning lights appear on your dash, it might be time to book auto electrical services and get your car checked. By taking action right away, you can avoid more complex auto electrical problems down the road.

Auto electrical problems can be caused by the engine (battery, alternator, starter motor, EFI), safety programs (ABS), or general electrics (windows, doors, mirrors). And they all may need repair or replacement over the life of the vehicle. Aside from vehicle servicing, automotive electricians can assist with replacement of aesthetic electrical components in the dash and console.

A mobile auto electrician can meet you at a convenient place to fix your problem quickly and easily. This is especially helpful if your car won’t start. With less overheads, mobile auto electricians often work out cheaper than an auto electrician in a workshop.

Auto electricians specialise in the installation, maintenance, and repair of automotive electricals. These include batteries, air conditioning, alternators, starter motors, and lighting systems. What’s more, auto electricians work on car electrics such as cruise control, windscreen wipers, power windows, and mirrors (plus everything in between).

For certain types of tasks, you may need to enquire as to what auto electrical licenses may be required to undertake your task as this can vary. Please make sure that you confirm that a Tasker has the relevant electrical licence and insurance before accepting an offer.

What do auto electricians do?

Warning lights on your dash or flickering headlights may indicate an electrical issue, or perhaps your car just won’t start. Fortunately, many auto-electricians offer a mobile service to ensure you’re not left stranded on the side of the road if something unexpected happens. 

Here are some common issues that your auto electrician can help with:

Engine electrics and brakes

It’s important to act on any warning lights on your dash, especially your anti-lock braking system (ABS) to fix any issues before they become unsafe. Firstly, your auto electrician will use a diagnostics machine to review the health of your battery, alternator, and starter motor. 

  • A flat battery can be the cause of many electrical issues but fortunately, they’re easily replaced. However, if your battery isn’t holding charge, your auto electrician will consider whether the alternator (which charges the battery when the car is running) is working.

The starter motor may be the problem if your car won’t start, and this can either be repaired or replaced. An auto electrician can complete checks on fuel pumps and your electronic fuel injection (EFI) system to repair or improve your car’s engine. 

Auto electricals

Having trouble with auto electrics such as central locking, cruise control, windscreen wipers, power windows and mirrors? Your local auto electrician will check for blown fuses or short circuits to isolate and fix the problem.

Lighting systems

Functioning lighting systems are required for safety and legal reasons, so it’s important to have any issues fixed quickly. Lighting issues are often associated with the battery and alternator. 

Car security systems

Keep your vehicle safe and secure with a car alarm and immobiliser installed by a qualified auto sparky. An alarm acts as a deterrent to car thieves and an immobiliser ensures the engine won’t start if entry is gained to the vehicle. Plus, installing a dash cam and reversing camera is another smart safety and security measure.

Emergency roadside assistance

If you find yourself stranded with a car that won’t start, a mobile auto electrician near you can help you get back on the road sooner. Their vehicle is fully-equipped with the necessary tools to diagnose the problem, so they can repair many issues on the spot. For any complex problems, you’ll need to arrange a tow truck to take your car to a safe location for further work.

Recent Auto Electrician tasks

Start my Wrangler, battery dead (guessing)

$75

Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

17th Feb 2025

Haven't driven my Jeep Wrangler 2018 for more then four months. Battery seems to be dead now. No lights in dash board as well. Need someone to Jump start it etc. I did try to jump start with a portable Jump Starter but it didn't work. Flexible with days but would prefer to sort this out before the coming weekend.

Professional Dash Cam Installation – Viofo A129 Duo (Audi A1)

$100

Strathpine QLD 4500, Australia

17th Feb 2025

I need a professional to install a Viofo A129 Duo (front and rear) dash cam in my Audi A1 sportsback. The installation should be hardwired to enable parking mode. Requirements: Must have experience installing dash cams, especially on European cars. Hardwiring to the fuse box for a clean, hidden cable setup. Proper routing of the rear camera cable without interfering with airbags or trim. Ensuring the dash cam functions correctly after installation. Ensure car battery is not drained completely by dashcam to ensure car starts.

Install a car play and reverse camera in Hyundai i20

$150

Cranbourne VIC 3977, Australia

17th Feb 2025

Need to install a Kenwood car play and a reverse camera in Hyundai i20. Already got everything needed (Head unit, fascia kit, adaptors, plug etc.)

Dash cam installation

$200

Mill Park VIC 3082, Australia

17th Feb 2025

Looking to purchase a blackvue dash camera was wondering how much to install in nissan dualis

Rear parking sensors kit Installation

$150

Calamvale QLD 4116, Australia

17th Feb 2025

I bought an used car. And I bought an after market rear parking sensor kit. I need someone to install this kit. Thank you.

Car starter motor

$5

Moonee Ponds VIC, Australia

17th Feb 2025

My Holden commodore VZ is not starting, i can hear a crank sound while turning the key. I think it’s the starter motor, can anyone help me to change the motor for me. Need to supply and install

Toyota Coaster Auto Electrician Work

$500

Upper Kedron QLD, Australia

17th Feb 2025

I have a 2000 Toyota coaster bus that I’m converting to a motorhome, I removed the day to repaint and when reconnecting the Speedo goes haywire when accelerating, I think it’s a grounding issue but I can find what’s causing it. I’ve had the instrument cluster tested at Otto Instruments and it’s testing fine. I need the issue found and rectified so my instrument cluster works correctly,

Car alarm install

$300

Nunawading VIC, Australia

17th Feb 2025

Need a car alarm and immobiliser installed

Install dash cam

$50

Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia

15th Feb 2025

Install & configure Garmin Dash Cam mini to a Suzuki Swift. Include testing that the dash cam is recording into app.

Efficient, friendly and professional.

Dashcam installation

$50

Punchbowl NSW 2196, Australia

13th Feb 2025

I need help re-installing my dash cam. There are already existing wires hardwired to my car from my previous camera (same brand: blackvue). Problem is that it looks like it has no power output when I connect the device. I need it fixed. My car is a 2019 Toyota Corolla Sx Hybrid.

Wonderful guy. He was efficient and you can tell he is well experienced with car electronics and accessories installations. Thank you.

Dash Cam Installation

$80

Point Cook VIC, Australia

11th Feb 2025

Professional installation of dash cam (model: Kapture RoadEye 592GPS Front & Rear Camera) onto Mazda CX-3.

Quick and efficient with the job, good communication and friendly!

Installing a smart camera /reverse camera in my car please

$120

Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

11th Feb 2025

I really need help installing a CarPlay smart/reverse camera on my car’s dashboard please

Mark was super helpful, reliable and quick 😊

Install reverse camera for Ford Focus car

$30

Glenroy VIC, Australia

11th Feb 2025

We have a 2013 Ford Focus car. It does not have reverse camera. We bought Aphqua Wireless Portable Car Stereo that includes a smart display and reverse camera. I need someone to install the reverse camera and run the cable from camera to the smart dashboard without showing the trace of it externally.

Hairy has done fantastic job installing the reverse camera in our Ford Focus car. I highly recommend him for similar jobs.

Installation of front and rear dash camera (hardwire)

$250

Brunswick East VIC, Australia

11th Feb 2025

Hardwired install of a gator dash camera - GHDVR98W Both the camera and the hardwire kit (GHWCUSB2) ready to go.

Great guy, very professional and efficient. 100% would recommend.

Installation of Dash Cam

$100

Docklands VIC, Australia

11th Feb 2025

Looking for someone who can install dashcam front and rear in car Audi A4.

Been great service.

Need an auto electrician

$200

Clayfield QLD, Australia

10th Feb 2025

Car does not start, 100% sure its electrical fault. Starter makes a click but does not start the motor its not the starter fault cause tried another one. Car can be push started, also all the accessories work. Nissan patrol td42 1999

Job was done fast. Thanks.

Need Smart Compact - Fingerprint Keyless Entry Latch Lock installation

$100

Murrumba Downs QLD, Australia

9th Feb 2025

Need a Skilled family handyman or Lock smith could install smart lock to my front door. I have lock with detailed instructions and all hardware. Its simple installations. Lock: Smart Compact - Fingerprint Keyless Entry Latch Lock Model: SDL-H1

Greg was professional, punctual, and did an excellent job fixing [specific issue]. Quick, efficient, and reasonably priced. Highly recommend!”

Check my car electrical system

$100

Padstow NSW, Australia

9th Feb 2025

My car broke down this morning. Had NRMA come out and they said it looks like the battery in my key was failing and caused my car to turn off while I was driving. My car has been towed back to my house and I have now changed the battery in my key, but NRMA recommended I have my car checked-over just to make sure that was the only electrical issue. Just need someone to give the cars electrical system a quick look-over and the key a quick look to make sure all should be fine before I drive the vehicle again. Need someone to come to my house today to complete the task. The vehicle is a 2009 Hyundai Getz. Price I've quoted is just an estimate. Happy to negotiate. It wouldn't let me leave blank.

Collins was very professional, polite, and did a great job troubleshooting an issue I was having with my car. I was very impressed with his service and would highly recommend him. Thanks for help today Collins.

2 channel dash cam install with hardwire kit provided

$150

South Melbourne VIC, Australia

8th Feb 2025

Install Dash Camera and Rear Camera and Hardwire Kit.

David was great to work with. communication was on point. His work ethic is impeccable. Would highly Recommend.

Reverse camera installation

$120

Mona Vale NSW, Australia

8th Feb 2025

Replace current reverse camera with one provided

Collins went above and beyond with my installation, ensuring everything was set up perfectly. I would have no hesitation in recommending him.