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Rating: 4.8 (714 reviews)

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4.8 based on 714 reviews of 25 businesses

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4.9

283 reviews

Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.9

Verified ABN: 30 648 968 790 2026 Award

Emergency services Factory-trained & qualified technicians

Most reviewed for: General hvac

Photos from Climate Plus

"Great experience. Good guy, friendly, sense of humour good technician and efficient. Highly recommend."

4.8

229 reviews

Quality 4.8 Service 4.8 Value 4.7

Verified ABN: 24 079 460 021

Servicing Rivett

Tuesday: 8.30am to 4:45pm

Photos from Climate Master

"Excellent service friendly and knowledgeable technician (Chris) did annual ducted heating service, checked carbon..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Rivett ACT

"Great service, Adam visited our home and recommended the best option rather then the cheapest. He was so helpful we..."

4.8

4 reviews

Quality 4.8 Service 5.0 Value 4.5

Weston ACT

"Stephen was very prompt in giving his quote and started soon after we gave him notice to proceed, he is very..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Phillip ACT

"Highly recommended. Ryan & his team are professional and skilled. Thanks, Guys!"

4.0

1 review

Quality 4.0 Service 4.0 Value 3.0

Weston ACT

"This Electrician is very knowledgeable and friendly. he was well equiped and was able to complete the work required..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Hughes ACT

"Affordable, friendly and reliable "

4.8

40 reviews

Quality 4.9 Service 4.8 Value 4.8

Canberra ACT

Tuesday: 7:30am - 4pm

"On time, professional and helpful electrician. Great office service as well!"

5.0

3 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Farrer ACT

"I was extremely impressed with Symmetry. They did all that I asked of them in a very professional manner and were..."

4.8

26 reviews

Quality 4.7 Service 4.7 Value 4.6

ABN: 84 106 001 932

Canberra ACT

Tuesday: On call 24 hours

Licence No. 153563C

"Nick had phoned earlier and confirmed his time of arrival. He was very attentive to our requirements, explained..."

5.0

25 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

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Canberra ACT

Tuesday: 9-5pm

"Grant was really responsive and provided a competitive quote. He did a really good job, including fixing a minor..."

5.0

25 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Canberra ACT

Tuesday: 7am-5pm

"Knowledgeable and excellent work. These guys upgrading out lighting in our kitchen from old halogen downlights to new..."

4.9

23 reviews

Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8

Canberra Central ACT

"I needed a plumber on an emergency basis on a Saturday morning - blocked drain. I found it surprisingly easy to reach..."

3.5

2 reviews

Quality 4.0 Service 4.0 Value 4.0

Torrens ACT

"Arrived on time. Completed work to a high standard. Very clean and polite. Covid safe. Highly recommend."

4.2

11 reviews

Quality 4.2 Service 4.2 Value 4.2

Higgins ACT

"'Baz was great doing some electrical work for me. If I ever need an electrician, I'll be using him again for sure.'"

4.1

10 reviews

Quality 4.1 Service 4.1 Value 4.1

Belconnen ACT

"'Very happy with job, price, work carried out and punctuality. I will use him again.'"

5.0

5 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Canberra ACT

"Bob was quick to respond and came the next morning to give a quote after inspecting the site. The Job was carried out..."

4.2

5 reviews

Quality 4.2 Service 4.2 Value 4.2

Acton ACT

"'He was really easy to work with, and I have had him back for more work.'"

5.0

4 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Canberra ACT

"Jake from Evolved Electrics came to my rescue after another tradesman failed to turn up. He repaired my faulty..."

5.0

4 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Canberra ACT

"We used Sustainable Electrical Solutions to source and fit a dishwasher for our rental home and they were prompt,..."

5.0

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Hume ACT

"Scott, Andrew and their team were very helpful and professional when it came to doing all the electrical work for our..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 4.0 Service 4.0 Value 4.0

Hume ACT

"When we wanted some pretty complex electrical work done, we got numerous quotes. This firm stood out for their quote..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Fyshwick ACT

"Suggested cheaper alternatives to save me money, waited around while our plumber danced around AND cleaned up the..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Canberra ACT

"We could not be happier with the boys from Capital Home Electrical. They turned up on time, their work is impeccable,..."

4.0

6 reviews

Quality 4.0 Service 4.0 Value 4.0

Canberra ACT

"'I have had an astonishing experience. Mark got back to me right away, gave me quote before he came over and had the..."

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Market Intelligence

Rivett electrician reviews and ratings

Data-driven insights based on 714 customer reviews collected between 2009 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 8 trust signal responses

85 / 100

Local Service Score

8 Award Winners

$295 median Typical Cost most jobs $258–$355

99% Positive Feedback

Rivett is one of the pricier areas for electricians — 91% above the ACT average, with typical jobs around $295. 25 electricians service the area with 714 customer reviews.

Going rates

Most jobs range from $258 to $355. Nearby: Chapman ($295), Stirling ($295), Duffy ($295).

Area profile in brief

Rivett's household income sits at $2,207/week against the national median of $1,748/week, and local electrician pricing tracks that profile — 91% above the ACT average.

Timing & availability

Review patterns in Rivett suggest electrician demand runs hottest in October and coolest in December — if your timing is flexible, booking outside peak can shorten the wait.

Reviews & ratings

Local electrician ratings have climbed from 4.3/5 (2009) to 4.9/5 (2026) — a clear quality improvement over the 17-year window. At 42.0 electrician reviews a year — 7% above the ACT average — Rivett collects more feedback per year than typical for the state.

Based on 714 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2009–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

42.0 / yr Review velocity +200%

4.9 stars Avg rating

$570 Typical cost -24%

5.0 stars Service rating

28.6 avg Reviews / provider

74.5 / 10k Provider density

Electrician reviews & ratings over time — Rivett area

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Electrician reviews, ratings and typical cost by year in the Rivett area, from customer reviews on Word of Mouth.
Year	Reviews	Average rating out of 5	Median reported cost
2009	3	4.7	no prices reported
2010	1	5.0	$1,240
2012	1	2.0	no prices reported
2013	10	4.4	$400
2014	26	4.1	$180
2015	4	5.0	$650
2016	11	4.6	$2,100
2017	36	4.7	$614
2018	7	3.9	no prices reported
2019	80	4.9	$200
2020	162	4.9	$200
2021	130	4.9	$230
2022	48	4.9	$235
2023	84	4.9	$260
2024	63	4.9	$330
2025	31	4.9	$570
2026	17	5.0	no prices reported

Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2009–2026

Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.

Rivett area profile ABS Census 2021

3,354 Population

41.2% Own with mortgage

86.9% Houses

$2,207 Median income / week

How we calculate the Local Service Score: We combine two sources of data: first-party data collected directly by Word of Mouth — verified customer reviews, customer-reported pricing, post-service trust-signal responses, and service awards — with suburb-level population and housing data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census. The score measures how well Rivett is served for electricians, reflecting the depth of choice, quality of service, and value for money available to residents compared to other suburbs across Australia. See our Local Service Score methodology for data sources, update frequency, and quality guardrails.

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What other customers paid

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Reviews going back to 2007

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Jobs posted in Rivett

1.38

Average quotes per job

Based on the most recent job posts for electricians in Rivett.

How Much Does An Electrician Cost?

Average cost from $80 to $130 per hour

What's the Cost to Install a Ceiling Fan?

Average cost between $100 and $600

How Much Does It Cost to Rewire a Property?

Average cost from $3800 to $7200

Electricians in Rivett — FAQs

What are typical electrician prices in Rivett?

Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, electricians in Rivett typically charge between $258 and $355. This is 91% above the ACT average.

When is the best time to book a electrician in Rivett?

Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, electrician demand in Rivett tends to peak in October and is quietest in December. Booking during quieter months may mean more providers available and faster response times.

What should I look for when choosing a electrician?

Start by comparing reviews from real customers — Rivett has 714 electrician reviews on Word of Mouth. Climate Plus (2026), Climate Master (2021) and Complete Electrical Services (2021) have earned a Word of Mouth Service Award (plus 5 other local award winners) — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.

What rating do electricians in Rivett typically receive?

Electricians in Rivett have an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 714 customer reviews on Word of Mouth.

What should I know about Rivett when hiring a electrician?

Rivett's household income sits at $2,207/week against the national median of $1,748/week, and local electrician pricing tracks that profile — 91% above the ACT average. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Rivett has 87% of dwellings are standalone houses, a median age of 39, a median household income of $2,207/week.

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Electrician reviews & ratings over time — Rivett area

Rivett area profile ABS Census 2021

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