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All Volts Electrical

All Volts Electrical

Bellville

Verified
Residential Commercial
Phone Website
Closed

6 Skool St, Bellville South, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa

(5 • 22 reviews)
CKR Electrical

CKR Electrical

Goodwood

Verified
Residential Commercial
Phone Website
Closed

Unit 8, Prema Park, 12 Engine Ave, Montague Gardens, Cape Town, 7440, South Africa

(5 • 4 reviews)
Zone Electrical services

Zone Electrical services

Goodwood

Verified
Residential Commercial
Phone Website
Closed

154 Wellington St, Northern Suburb, Cape Town, 7460, South Africa

(5 • 3 reviews)
Schmidhauser Electrical

Schmidhauser Electrical

Cape town

Verified
Residential Commercial
Phone Website
Closed

Seafarer Circle Port of, Paarden Eiland, Cape Town, 7420, South Africa

(4.6 • 448 reviews)
Constantia Electrical

Constantia Electrical

Cape town

Verified
Residential Commercial
Phone Website

12 Sussex Rd, Wynberg, Cape Town, 7800, South Africa

(4.7 • 126 reviews)
DIVANTE ELECTRICAL AND PROJECTS

DIVANTE ELECTRICAL AND PROJECTS

Cape town

Verified
Residential Commercial
Website

Parklands Main Rd, Parklands, Cape Town, 7441, South Africa

(4.9 • 64 reviews)
Kin Electrical

Kin Electrical

Cape town

Verified
Residential Commercial
Phone Website
Closed

29 Lower Rochester Rd, Observatory, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa

(4.8 • 53 reviews)
Kin Electrical

Kin Electrical

Cape town

Verified
Residential Commercial
Phone Website
Closed

42 Adamastor Rd, Ottery, Cape Town, 7808, South Africa

(4.9 • 40 reviews)
Zero Tolerance Electrical

Zero Tolerance Electrical

Cape town

Verified
Residential Commercial
Phone Website

5 New Forest Cres, Table View, Cape Town, 7441, South Africa

(4.9 • 39 reviews)
Express Electrical Table View

Express Electrical Table View

Cape town

Verified
Residential Commercial
Phone Website

Merlot Park, 3 Merlot Ave, Table View, Cape Town, 7441, South Africa

(4.5 • 40 reviews)
DNSD Electrical

DNSD Electrical

Cape town

Verified
Residential Commercial
Phone Website
Closed

15 Leeuwen St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa

(4.9 • 36 reviews)
Last Man Electrical

Last Man Electrical

Cape town

Verified
Residential Commercial
Phone Website
Closed

31 Poplar St, Bellville, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa

(5 • 32 reviews)
Annies Electrical

Annies Electrical

Cape town

Verified
Residential Commercial
Phone Website
Closed

16, 18 St Johns Rd, Sea Point, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa

(4.8 • 33 reviews)
Electro Watts Electrical

Electro Watts Electrical

Cape town

Verified
Residential Commercial
Phone Website
Closed

33 Long St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa

(4.7 • 33 reviews)
Le Grange Services

Le Grange Services

Cape town

Verified
Residential Commercial
Phone Website
Closed

Unit 20 Village Lane, Marimba Cres, Sonstraal Heights, Cape Town, 7550, South Africa

(5 • 28 reviews)

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Licensing & Compliance Requirements

Registration Authority

Department of Employment and Labour

Key Requirements

  • Registration with Department of Labour (1 or 3 years)
  • NQF levels N1, N2, N3 for Electrical Engineering
  • Pass prescribed trade test
  • Wireman's License required
  • SANS 10142-1 National Exam
  • Certificate of Competence (CoC) for all installations

Professional Categories

  • Electrical Tester for Single Phase (SPT)
  • Installation Electrician (IE)
  • Master Installation Electrician (MIE)

Important

Certificate of Compliance (CoC) mandatory for all electrical work

Always verify registration with Department of Employment and Labour

Average Rates in Cape Town

Hourly Rate

R500-900

per hour

Callout Fee

R400-650

standard callout

Emergency Rate

R850-1600

after hours/weekends

Common Service Costs

Electrical Inspection R900-1600
Db Board Upgrade R4000-9000
Rewiring Per Room R2800-5500
Geyser Installation R2200-4500

Prices are estimates and may vary based on job complexity, materials needed, and time of service. Always request detailed quotes from multiple professionals.

Service Areas in Cape Town

Cape Town's unique coastal climate and mix of historic and modern properties create specific maintenance needs for homeowners and businesses.

Popular Areas Served

City Bowl
Sea Point
Camps Bay
Constantia
Claremont
Bellville
Somerset West
Stellenbosch

Service Information

Average Response Time

45-90 minutes depending on area

Emergency Availability

24/7 emergency services available in most areas

Local Tips

Coastal properties may require specialized corrosion-resistant materials. Water conservation is a priority.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a Certificate of Compliance for electrical work?
Yes, a Certificate of Compliance (CoC) is mandatory for all electrical installations and alterations in South Africa. Only registered electricians can issue CoCs.
How do I verify an electrician's registration?
Request their registration number and verify it with the Department of Employment and Labour. All legitimate electricians must be registered.
What is the average cost of an electrical inspection?
Electrical inspections typically cost between R800-R1,600 depending on property size and location.
Do electricians work on weekends?
Many electricians offer weekend services, though rates may be higher. Emergency services are available 24/7 in most major cities.
How long does a DB board upgrade take?
A standard DB board upgrade typically takes 4-8 hours, depending on complexity. Your electrician should provide a time estimate during the quote.
Do Cape Town electricians specialize in solar installations?
Yes, due to load-shedding and abundant sunshine, many Cape Town electricians specialize in solar panel installations and backup power systems.
What's the typical response time in Cape Town?
Response times vary from 45-90 minutes depending on your location. City Bowl and northern suburbs typically have faster service.

Find Electricians Across South Africa

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Gauteng

Major City

Johannesburg

Gauteng

3 services available
Major City

Pretoria

Gauteng

3 services available

Western Cape

Major City

Cape Town

Western Cape

3 services available

KwaZulu-Natal

Major City

Durban

KwaZulu-Natal

3 services available

Pietermaritzburg

KwaZulu-Natal

3 services available

Eastern Cape

Major City

Port Elizabeth

Eastern Cape

3 services available

East London

Eastern Cape

3 services available

Free State

Bloemfontein

Free State

3 services available

Limpopo

Polokwane

Limpopo

3 services available

Mpumalanga

Nelspruit

Mpumalanga

3 services available

Northern Cape

Kimberley

Northern Cape

3 services available

North West

Rustenburg

North West

3 services available
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