An electrician quote is one of the first things a new customer sees from you. A clear, itemised electrical quote helps you win jobs, avoid disputes, and get paid faster. This guide walks through exactly what to include and how to send it professionally.
Estimate vs Quote for Electrical Work
For most small to medium electrical jobs — adding power points, installing downlights, wiring a new room — send a fixed quote. For larger projects where unknowns are buried in walls or ceilings, send an estimate with a clear note that the final price may vary if additional defects are discovered.
Getting this distinction right protects you legally and sets the right expectations with the client before work starts.
What to Include in an Electrician Quote
Your Business Details
- Business name and logo
- Electrician licence number (mandatory in most jurisdictions)
- Phone number and email
- ABN, VAT, or business registration number
- Quote number and date issued
- Valid until date
Client and Job Details
- Client name and contact number
- Job site address
- Short description of the work requested
Scope of Work
Break every item down. Clients trust detailed quotes more than lump sums, and it protects you from scope creep.
| Description | Qty | Unit | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supply and install double GPO (power point) | 3 | $95 | $285 |
| Supply and install LED downlight (Mercator 10W) | 8 | $65 | $520 |
| Install dimmer switch | 1 | $85 | $85 |
| Labour — 4 hours @ $110/hr | 4 | $110 | $440 |
Exclusions
Explicitly exclude anything outside the agreed scope:
- Switchboard upgrades (unless specifically quoted)
- Ceiling restoration or patching after cable runs
- Any plumbing or air conditioning work
- Safety switch or RCD installation (unless included above)
- Council or body corporate approvals
Pricing Summary
- Subtotal (ex. tax)
- GST / VAT at applicable rate
- Total including tax
Payment Terms
- Deposit amount required before work begins
- Balance due on completion
- Accepted payment methods
- Late payment terms if applicable
Notes
- Anticipated start date and how long the job will take
- Workmanship warranty period
- Compliance certificate information — when it will be issued and what it covers
Electrical Quote Template Example
A professional electrical quote should fit on one page for small jobs. Here is a simplified example:
From: Watts Electrical | Licence No. EC012345 | ABN 98 765 432 100
To: Daniel Nguyen | 22 Thornton Ave, Eastside
Quote No: Q-0019 | Date: 26 April 2026 | Valid until: 10 May 2026
Job: Supply and install 8 downlights, 3 power points, and 1 dimmer in living room and bedroom.
Line items as above — total: $1,330 including GST.
Workmanship warranty: 12 months. Compliance certificate issued on completion.
Tips for Winning More Electrical Jobs
- Always include your licence number — it signals legitimacy and is often a legal requirement on quotes
- Send within hours of the site visit — speed wins jobs in competitive markets
- Add a short note about your compliance certificate — many homeowners are unfamiliar with the process; explaining it builds confidence
- Do not just email a PDF with no message — write two or three lines acknowledging what was discussed on site
- Follow up after 3–4 days — a brief check-in email doubles your conversion rate on outstanding quotes
Send Electrical Quotes in Under 2 Minutes
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