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Most jobs start with a call-out fee from around R450, which covers the Pro's travel and time to assess and quote. If you choose not to proceed, that's all you pay. Standard repairs and fault finding typically come in at about R750 including the first hour of labour, with additional time at around R550 per hour, plus materials. Installations are usually flat-priced, from roughly R950 (stove, oven or UPS) up to about R3,950 (inverter and battery systems), while an Electrical CoC generally costs R950 (single phase) or R1,650 (three phase). These are estimates, and your Pro confirms the exact price upfront.
Yes, power surges when the grid returns are a known killer of electronics. An electrician can fit surge protection at your DB, check your earthing, and set up an inverter or UPS so sensitive equipment rides through outages entirely. Repairs to damaged circuits and gate motors are among the most common Joburg call-outs.
They do. Plenty of pros on Kandua in Johannesburg handle after-hours and weekend call-outs. As a guide, emergency and after-hours work usually runs at about 1.5–2× the standard labour rate, so it's worth confirming the rate and what counts as after-hours with your Pro upfront.
Every pro on Kandua is vetted before they can quote on jobs, and their reviews come from verified customers in and around Johannesburg, not anonymous ratings. Jess, Kandua's AI home companion, also helps you scope the job properly first, so you're matched with an electrician who actually does that type of work.
Electrician reviews in Johannesburg area
Rambiana fixed and installed my stove, oven and hob, did a really clean great job, I can recommend him for any electrical job.
He is someone whom you can communicate with and he will understand you very well. He knows what he is doing and he tells you how long the work will take him to complete and best believe he will be done. I recommend him.
I hired him to install a geyser at my house. There is a time my DB box was tripping and I hired him to rewire the whole thing and I was happy with the service. He did an excellent job on both occassions and he is knowledgeable about his work. He works with a team of hardworkers and they are efficient. He is affordable as well and I highly recommend him
Thulani does his work very good. He is so professional. He is up to standard. I cannot complain about anything as a service provider. I recommend him.
He delivered an excellent service. He was on time, reliable, trustworthy, and the price he charged was very resonable. I can't complain because I was happy.
He is a dedicated person who puts pride in his work. Whenever you give him work he does it with passion aiming at bringing out the best out come. I have been working with him on several jobs and he has never disappointing.
Wendy rewired a DB box, installed lighting inside and outside. He also installed plugs, outdoor speaker, and I was happy with his work. I was impressed with his honesty, he broke one of the appliances at my house, and came clean about it. The prices he charged were affordable that is why I always used him.His work was neat, he cleaned up after himself ,and I can recommend him to others.
Justin is a hard worker and very respectful. He is very punctual and trustworthy. He is the best. He is also good at what he does and he is reliable. I recommend him.
It has been 13 years since l started using Power's services, and he has done a lot of work at my house. He installed the CCTV Cameras, gate motor, electric fence, and electrical repairs and installations. He is a professional who knows his job well. Power is a trustworthy person because everything is working perfectly well l have no complaints. He is reliable, punctual, and his prices are affordable l highly recommend him.
Samuel helped with the electrical installations at my house. He did tubing, wiring, and electrical wiring. His work is quality, he is prompt, and manages his team well. He works well without supervision, delivers on time, and his charges are affordable. His work is neat, he delivers according to specifications, and I recommend him to others.
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Top rated Electricians in Johannesburg
Bix Hobyane of Probino Projects installs stoves, ovens, TVs, washing machines and dishwashers, and repairs small appliances for Johannesburg homes with neat, dependable workmanship.
Inos installs LPG and natural gas appliances and gas plumbing systems for homes in Cape Town and Johannesburg, with safety and precision at the centre of every job.
From dishwasher and TV repairs to fridge, stove and oven installations, Integrated Artisans and Technicians brings dependable appliance expertise to homes across Johannesburg and Pretoria.
Webton Projects specialises in garage and gate motor installations across Johannesburg and Pretoria, with Itai Muzara delivering smooth, secure automation for your home.
Ledmaja Electrical Trading and Projects delivers professional electrical design and wiring, fixture installations and repairs, and single phase COCs throughout Johannesburg and Pretoria.
Lipule Trading brings professional garage and gate motor installations to Johannesburg and Pretoria homes, led by Lindelani Magedane with reliable workmanship and tidy finishes.
From fault finding and electrical repairs to design, wiring and fixture installations, Nteri Properties and Projects keeps homes across Johannesburg and Pretoria safe and powered.
Kmp Home Maintenance brings solar installations to Johannesburg and Pretoria homes, with Phumla Mduli delivering clean, professional workmanship from quote to switch-on.
Tamuka Holdings guides Johannesburg homeowners into solar power, from system design and consultation through to professional installation.
Thusophu Trading installs garage and gate motors throughout Johannesburg and Pretoria, with Rudzani Mugudamani focused on secure, hassle-free access for every property.
The Old Geysers takes Johannesburg homes solar, offering system design and consultation, professional solar installations, and ongoing repairs and maintenance.
Ubs Projects covers the full electrical spectrum for Johannesburg and Pretoria homes — design and wiring, fixture installations, stove and oven repairs, and single and three phase COCs.
Akamzi Trading pairs everyday electrical work — repairs, wiring and COCs — with inverter and battery installations, helping Johannesburg and Pretoria households stay powered through load shedding.
How much does it cost to hire an Electrician in Johannesburg?
Electricians in Johannesburg: what to know before you book
When the lights flicker or the earth leakage trips at 9pm, you want two things: someone qualified, and a fair price you understood before they arrived. Electrical work is not the place for guesswork, on either count.
Kandua connects you with vetted electricians working in and around Johannesburg, with transparent guide rates so you know what to expect before you book.
A few quick answers (so you don't have to scroll)
How do I choose a good electrician?
Pick someone who explains the cause rather than just the symptom, tests before replacing parts, prices transparently, and can issue the right compliance paperwork when it's required.
Do I need an Electrical Certificate of Compliance (CoC)?
Often, yes. A CoC is standard for property transfer and required after additions or alterations to an installation, and it must be issued by a registered person.
What does an electrician cost on Kandua?
As a guide, a call-out starts from around R450, standard repairs from about R750 including the first hour of labour, and additional time at roughly R550 per hour. Installations are typically flat-priced, and your Pro confirms the exact price upfront.
In Johannesburg: what local homes typically need
Johannesburg is the city of gold, stretching from the old suburbs of the north and east across the wider metro, and its homes are century-old character homes in the older suburbs, apartments, clusters and everything between. Around Parkhurst, Melville and Norwood, that local character shapes the electrician work that comes up most often.
Johannesburg's heritage suburbs are famous for charming homes with wiring that has grown organically over generations, which keeps fault finding and rewiring in demand. Add the Highveld's summer lightning and the city's power interruptions, and surge protection and backup power sit high on local wish lists.
Joburg's transfer market keeps CoC work perpetual, and the older the suburb, the more remedial surprises the inspection finds. The city's backup-power adoption also means a large installed base now needing maintenance and upgrades.
From Greenside to Linden, Kandua's vetted electricians cover the greater Johannesburg area, and Jess matches you with pros who actually work your streets, not just your city.
What common electrical symptoms usually mean
Around Parkhurst, Melville and the rest of Johannesburg, these are the symptoms electricians hear about most, and what they usually point to.
- Breakers or earth leakage that keep tripping: the system is protecting you from something, commonly an overload, a faulty appliance, or moisture. The fix is fault finding, not repeated resetting.
- Circuits that have gone dead: loose terminations and failed joints are typical culprits, especially in older installations.
- Heat where there should be none: warm plug points, discoloured switches or a hot smell near the board are urgent, book a professional promptly.
- Humming or buzzing at the distribution board: often a breaker on its way out, worth an inspection before it fails outright.
- Electronics failing after storms: lightning-season surges damage gate motors, appliances and sensitive equipment, and protection is cheaper than replacement.
When it's a DIY job, and when it isn't
Changing a plug top, replacing a light bulb, or resetting a tripped breaker once is fair game for a careful homeowner. Almost everything else on the electrical side is not, both for safety and because non-compliant work can invalidate insurance and complicate a future CoC.
Anything involving the distribution board, new wiring, new points, geyser connections, or repeated faults belongs with a qualified electrician. If a breaker trips again after one reset, stop resetting and book the professional.
Compliance in South Africa: what matters and when
For Johannesburg homeowners, these are the certificates and registrations that matter, especially when buying, selling or altering a property in Norwood or anywhere else in the area.
1) The Electrical CoC
The Certificate of Compliance confirms an installation meets the standard, and it comes up in two main situations: selling a property, and after any addition or alteration to the installation. Guide pricing on Kandua is about R950 for a single phase inspection and around R1,650 for three phase.
2) Registered persons
Certification is legally reserved for registered persons, which is why checking registration matters as much as checking reviews. Kandua vets every pro before they can quote on jobs.
3) How long a CoC holds
In practice, transfers generally require a certificate no older than two years that still matches the installation. Work done after issue requires the certificate to be updated.
4) Inverters, batteries and solar
Adding backup power alters your installation, so the compliance paperwork must be updated by the installer. Doing this properly protects your insurance position and your future sale.
Pricing: what to budget for an electrician in Johannesburg
Budgeting for an electrician in Johannesburg starts with Kandua's guide rates below. They reflect the latest marketplace pricing data rather than fixed fees, so your Pro's upfront quote is always the final word.
- Call-out: from around R450, covering the Pro's travel and time to assess and quote. It's all you pay if you decide not to go ahead.
- Standard repairs and fault finding: about R750 including the first hour of labour, with additional time at roughly R550 per hour.
- Small appliance repair: around R650 as a flat diagnostic and fix.
- Installations: typically flat-priced, from about R950 for a stove, oven or UPS install, around R1,850 for a garage or gate motor, up to about R3,950 for inverter and battery systems.
- Electrical CoC: about R950 for single phase and around R1,650 for three phase.
- After hours: typically around 1.5 to 2 times standard rates as a guide, with emergency pricing quoted upfront by your Pro.
- Materials: quoted separately for your specific job.
A realistic small-job budget is the standard repair rate plus parts. Grouping repairs into a single visit is the easiest saving available.
Genuinely helpful electrician FAQs for Johannesburg
What does it cost to hire an electrician in Johannesburg?
As a guide, a call-out starts from around R450, standard repairs from about R750 including the first hour of labour, additional time at roughly R550 per hour, and installations from about R950 up to around R3,950 flat. Materials are quoted separately, and your Pro confirms the exact price upfront.
Do electricians in Johannesburg do emergency and after-hours work?
Yes, many pros on Kandua in Johannesburg take after-hours and weekend call-outs. Emergency work is typically charged at around 1.5 to 2 times standard rates as a guide, and your Pro confirms pricing upfront before heading to your address.
Which parts of Johannesburg do Kandua electricians cover?
Kandua matches you with vetted electricians working in and around Johannesburg, including Parkhurst, Melville, Norwood and Greenside. Booking through Jess ensures you're matched with a pro who covers your exact area.
What exactly does the call-out fee cover?
It covers the Pro's travel and the time to assess your job and put a quote together, from around R450 as a guide. Decline the quote and that's all you pay; accept it and the job is priced per the guide rates.
How long does a CoC inspection take, and what does it cost?
Most residential inspections are done within a few hours. As a guide, budget about R950 for single phase and around R1,650 for three phase, with any remedial work quoted separately before it's done.
Why does my earth leakage keep tripping?
Common causes include a faulty appliance, moisture in an outdoor fitting, or a genuine wiring fault. Unplug suspect appliances one at a time; if tripping continues, book fault finding rather than resetting repeatedly.
What does backup power installation involve?
A typical inverter and battery installation runs at around R3,950 in guide labour, plus the hardware. Your electrician sizes the system to your essential loads and certifies the work correctly.
Can I supply my own light fittings or materials?
Usually yes, if you confirm specs with your electrician first. Pros often get trade pricing and know what's compliant, so a quick check before you buy avoids costly returns.
How do I prepare for the electrician's visit?
Note the symptoms, which rooms are affected, and roughly how old the installation is, and take a photo of your DB if it's safe to do so. The clearer the picture, the sharper the quote.
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