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Brand: Word of Mouth
Rating: 4.9 (685 reviews)

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4.9 based on 685 reviews of 20 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

"Hi Climate Plus, I wanted to pass on my thanks for the professional service Brandon F provided when servicing our..."

4.8

229 reviews

Quality 4.8 Service 4.8 Value 4.7

Verified ABN: 24 079 460 021

Servicing Watson

Monday: 8.30am to 4:45pm

Photos from Climate Master

"Gary from Climate+ popped by today to service my evaporative cooling unit. I thought it was broken but a quick check..."

4.8

40 reviews

Quality 4.9 Service 4.8 Value 4.8

Canberra ACT

Monday: 7:30am - 4pm

"The booking and quotation process was very good. The technician came in time, was competent and did the job well."

4.8

26 reviews

Quality 4.7 Service 4.7 Value 4.6

ABN: 84 106 001 932

Canberra ACT

Monday: On call 24 hours

Licence No. 153563C

"Vance called to give notice when he was arriving. He was very professional and did great work. When some parts we'd..."

5.0

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

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"Thank you for taking the time to come out and visit us and see exactly what it was that we were trying to accomplish..."

5.0

25 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

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Canberra ACT

Monday: 9-5pm

"Grant was professional, reliable and pleasant to deal with. He was able to prioritise our urgent electrical problem..."

5.0

25 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Canberra ACT

Monday: 7am-5pm

"Very quick service with great manners and knowledge. Diagnosed the fault within my stove and had the parts ordered..."

4.9

23 reviews

Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8

Canberra Central ACT

"They did most of what they said they would do and all work done on my property was 5 star. However, they promised to..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Kaleen ACT

"Peter came over to install a couple of heatlamps but end up also updating my electrical board as the existing one is..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Belconnen ACT

"very courteous and helpful nothing is a problem willing to help with big or small job fast and efficient and priced..."

5.0

5 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Canberra ACT

"A very professional and high quality installation of a 32amp power outlet for our spa, thanks very much Bob!"

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,..."

Watson ACT

Monday: 8:00am - 4:00pm

4.2

5 reviews

Quality 4.2 Service 4.2 Value 4.2

Acton ACT

"Zheng was super honest and very very helpful. He solved my problem very quickly and he was not expensive - I will be..."

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,..."

5.0

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Gungahlin ACT

"on time - precise and perfect - market rate - "

Watson ACT

4.0

1 review

Quality 4.0 Service 5.0 Value 4.0

Kaleen ACT

"Installation of light fittings and HW system repairs. Also used for relocation of switches. Alan has been an..."

Mitchell ACT

Monday: 7:30 am - 5:30 pm

4.0

6 reviews

Quality 4.0 Service 4.0 Value 4.0

Canberra ACT

"'I had a great experience with ACT Electrical, Mark was truly fantastic. He rewired everything without complications,..."

Mitchell ACT

Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

4.0

1 review

Quality 4.0 Service 4.0 Value 4.0

Crace ACT

"'Very polite , took shoes off without even asking . Punctual and professional .'"

4.0

1 review

Quality 4.0 Service 4.0 Value 4.0

Gungahlin ACT

"'It was amazing! I have written a review for them on their page on this site.'"

Canberra ACT

Monday: 7am -7pm

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Market Intelligence

Electricians servicing Watson

Data-driven insights based on 685 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

Watson is one of the pricier areas for electricians — 91% above the ACT average, with typical jobs around $295. 25 electricians service the area with 685 customer reviews.

What it costs

Most jobs range from $258 to $355. Nearby: Hackett ($295), Downer ($295), Dickson ($295).

About this suburb

Watson's young profile (median age 34) shows in review activity: locals leave 188% more electrician reviews than the ACT average, so the ratings here reflect recent, engaged customer experiences.

Demand patterns

Demand for electricians in Watson peaks around October and drops to its quietest in December based on review patterns — something to factor in if your job is flexible on dates.

What locals say

Over the 2009–2026 window, electricians in Watson have moved from 4.6/5 to 4.9/5 — genuine improvement in customer-reported quality. Review activity here is higher than typical: Watson averages 40.3 new electrician reviews a year — 188% above the ACT average — a larger sample than most suburbs in the state.

Based on 685 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2009–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

40.3 / yr Review velocity +188%

4.9 stars Avg rating

$570 Typical cost -24%

5.0 stars Service rating

27.4 avg Reviews / provider

37.2 / 10k Provider density

Electrician reviews & ratings over time — Watson area

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Electrician reviews, ratings and typical cost by year in the Watson area, from customer reviews on Word of Mouth.
Year	Reviews	Average rating out of 5	Median reported cost
2009	1	5.0	no prices reported
2010	1	4.0	no prices reported
2012	2	5.0	no prices reported
2013	3	4.3	no prices reported
2014	12	4.2	no prices reported
2015	4	5.0	$650
2016	11	4.6	$2,100
2017	35	4.7	$614
2018	5	3.4	no prices reported
2019	79	4.9	$200
2020	162	4.9	$200
2021	128	4.9	$230
2022	47	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.

Watson area profile ABS Census 2021

6,727 Population

42.4% Own with mortgage

57.9% Houses

$2,414 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 Watson 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

1.38

Average quotes per job

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

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 Watson — FAQs

How much does a electrician cost in Watson?

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

What time of year does electrician demand peak in Watson?

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

How can I tell if a electrician in Watson is worth hiring?

Start by comparing reviews from real customers — Watson has 685 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 is the average electrician rating in Watson?

Electricians in Watson have an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 685 customer reviews on Word of Mouth.

What makes Watson different when it comes to electrician work?

Watson's young profile (median age 34) shows in review activity: locals leave 188% more electrician reviews than the ACT average, so the ratings here reflect recent, engaged customer experiences. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Watson has a median age of 34, a median household income of $2,414/week.

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About this suburb

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What locals say

Electrician reviews & ratings over time — Watson area

Watson area profile ABS Census 2021

What you can check before you call

Licences, where they’ve got them

What other customers paid

Reviews going back to 2007

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