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Word of Mouth electricians in Hillside receive an average rating of 5.0 based off 566 reviews.

Melville Electrical Services

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5.0
291 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 4.9
Verified ABN: 23 088 467 798 2025 Award
Servicing Hillside
Thursday: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Licence No. REC-15289 25+ years of experience Licensed A-grade electrician
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"Doug always does a great job, either large or small. Definitely recommend."

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Respect Electric Services

5.0
172 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Verified ABN: 33 151 177 174
Servicing Hillside
Thursday: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Licence No. REC-22807 10+ years experience A Grade Electrician
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" Great service and will recommend to my friends "

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Canny Electrics

5.0
81 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Verified ABN: 82 609 070 788
Servicing Hillside
Thursday: On call 24 hours
Licence No. REC-24614 Accredited Master Electrician Qualified A-grade electricians
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"Great service and good pricing and timings on job"

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Electricians in Hillside

Data-driven insights based on 566 customer reviews collected between 2011 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 2 trust signal responses

82 / 100
Local Service Score
4 Award Winners
$800 median Typical Cost most jobs $300–$1,500
100% Positive Feedback

Hillside is one of the more affordable areas for electricians — 75% below the Victorian average, with typical jobs around $800. 22 electricians service the area with 566 customer reviews.

Typical costs

Most jobs range from $300 to $1,500. Nearby: Calder Park ($800), Sydenham ($800), Taylors Hill ($800).

About the area

Despite above-median household incomes ($2,190/week vs the national median of $1,748/week), electricians in Hillside charge 75% below the Victorian average — better value than the suburb's income profile might suggest.

When to book

If you have flexibility on timing, our review data shows electrician demand in Hillside tends to peak around February and ease off in October — booking during quieter periods may mean more providers available and faster response times.

Reviews & trust

With 35.4 new reviews per year — 131% above the Victorian average — Hillside has more recent electrician feedback on file than a typical area in the state.

Based on 566 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2011–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

35.4 / yr Review velocity +153%
5.0 stars Avg rating above avg
$300 Typical cost -60%
5.0 stars Service rating
25.7 avg Reviews / provider
12.7 / 10k Provider density

Electrician reviews & ratings over time — Hillside area

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Electrician reviews, ratings and typical cost by year in the Hillside area, from customer reviews on Word of Mouth.
Year Reviews Average rating out of 5 Median reported cost
2011 17 4.9 $610
2012 20 4.9 $875
2013 15 4.9 $457
2014 80 4.9 $204
2015 54 5.0 $647
2016 34 5.0 $530
2017 68 5.0 $330
2018 62 5.0 $631
2019 45 5.0 $1,148
2020 44 5.0 $300
2021 25 5.0 $525
2022 20 5.0 $1,500
2023 32 5.0 $470
2024 30 5.0 $271
2025 15 5.0 $900
2026 5 5.0 $300

Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2011–2026

Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.

Hillside area profile ABS Census 2021

17,331 Population
52.4% Own with mortgage
88% Houses
$2,190 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 Hillside 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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Electricians in Hillside — FAQs

What are typical electrician prices in Hillside?

Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, electricians in Hillside typically charge between $300 and $1,500. This is 75% more affordable than the Victorian average.

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

Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, electrician demand in Hillside tends to peak in February and is quietest in October. 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 — Hillside has 566 electrician reviews on Word of Mouth. Melville Electrical Services (2025), Canny Electrics (2022) and Respect Electric Services (2021) have earned a Word of Mouth Service Award (plus 1 other local award winner) — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.

What rating do electricians in Hillside typically receive?

Electricians in Hillside have an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars, based on 566 customer reviews on Word of Mouth. This is above the national average of 4.87 stars.

What should I know about Hillside when hiring a electrician?

Despite above-median household incomes ($2,190/week vs the national median of $1,748/week), electricians in Hillside charge 75% below the Victorian average — better value than the suburb's income profile might suggest. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Hillside has 88% of dwellings are standalone houses, a median age of 36, a median household income of $2,190/week.

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