New home electrical in Shell Cove, Calderwood and Tullimbar
Building in one of the newer parts of Shellharbour? Tell us where the build is up to and we’ll pass it to a licensed local electrician who can quote it.
Referral service. Electrical work is done by independent licensed electricians.
Planning the electrical for a new Shellharbour build
The newer parts of the Shellharbour area, including Shell Cove, Calderwood and Tullimbar, have a lot of homes going up. For most owners, the electrical comes down to two stages: rough-in before the walls are lined, and fit-off when they’re finished.
Most of the cost and most of the regrets come from decisions made before rough-in. Our guide to rough-in and fit-off explains what each stage involves and what to settle first.
- Rough-inCabling through the frame for power, lighting, smoke alarms, data and appliances.
- Switchboard and supplyThe main switchboard, safety switches and the supply connection.
- Fit-offPower points, switches, lights, fans and appliance connections once the walls are finished.
- Testing and paperworkTesting, and the compliance paperwork the electrician is required to provide.
- Allowances for laterExtra cabling for an EV charger, solar, a pool or a granny flat.
How a new-build enquiry works
- 1
Tell us about the build
The suburb, the builder (if any) and roughly when rough-in is due.
- 2
Passed to a licensed electrician
They contact you to go through the plans and quote.
- 3
Rough-in at frame stage
Cabling goes in before the plasterboard.
- 4
Fit-off and final testing
Fittings go on after the walls are finished, and the installation is tested.
For Shell Cove, Calderwood and Tullimbar builds
Ask for the electrical plan
Ask your builder for the electrical plan early. Walk through it room by room and mark what’s missing.
Think about where you’ll actually live
Where the bed, couch, desk and TV go decides where the points should be. Add outdoor power for the deck and garden too.
Allow for what’s next
It’s much cheaper to allow for an EV charger, solar or air conditioning at rough-in than to retrofit it later.
Can you help with a build in Calderwood or Tullimbar?
Yes. We cover the Shellharbour area, including the newer estates. Send the details and the electrician will confirm.
When should I send the enquiry?
As early as you can, ideally before rough-in is booked.
Can I use my own electrician instead of the builder’s?
That depends on your builder and contract. Check first, and if you’re free to choose, send us the enquiry.
Are you electricians?
No. We’re a referral service. Your enquiry goes to an independent licensed electrician, who contacts you and does any work.
Other electrical jobs
Renovations and rewiring
New circuits, rewiring, and electrical for kitchens, bathrooms and extensions.
Learn more CCT 03Switchboard upgrades
Replace old, overloaded or unsafe switchboards.
Learn more CCT 05Power points, lights and fans
Extra power points, downlights, outdoor lights and ceiling fans.
Learn moreWe cover Shellharbour, Kiama, Gerringong and Jamberoo.
Tell us what you need.
It takes about a minute. We’ll pass it to a group of independent licensed local electricians, and one of them will contact you. If it’s urgent, call.
- Licensed electricians only
- Sending an enquiry is free
- Shellharbour to Gerringong and Jamberoo
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