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Install Power Point cost in Australia

Add a new single power point (existing circuit, easy access). Here is what it typically costs, what is and isn't included, and how prices shift by city — then check your own quote against it.

Typical price

$150$380

Most people pay around $230

National guide (Sydney baseline). Confidence: high. Last reviewed 2026-05-25.

Materials

Materials are usually included in the quoted price.

Standard GPO and cable usually included. Premium fittings (USB, smart) extra.

GST & fees

Quotes usually include GST.

Callout fee typically $80$150.

By city

Install Power Point prices by city

City figures apply local cost-of-living adjustments to the national guide.

CityTypical rangeAround
Sydney$150$380$230
Melbourne$138$350$212
Brisbane$128$323$196
Perth$123$312$189
Adelaide$117$296$179
Canberra$140$353$214
Hobart$123$312$189
Darwin$132$334$202
Gold Coast$125$315$191
Toowoomba$117$296$179
Ballarat$126$319$193
Bendigo$125$315$191
Townsville$128$323$196
Mackay$138$350$212
Albury-Wodonga$120$304$184

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Install Power Point: common questions

Install Power Point cost: how much should you pay?+
Install Power Point typically costs $150 to $380 in Australia, with most people paying around $230. Add a new single power point (existing circuit, easy access).
Are materials included in the price?+
Materials are usually included in the quoted price. Standard GPO and cable usually included. Premium fittings (USB, smart) extra.
Is GST included?+
Quotes usually include GST.
Is there a callout fee?+
Expect a callout fee of roughly $80 to $150 on top of the job price, especially for smaller jobs or after-hours work.
How long does it take?+
A typical install power point job takes around 1 hour, though access and complexity can change this.

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