Watts Needed

Licensed electricians serving Canberra and surrounds, 24/7

Watts Needed Electrical is a family-owned electrical business based in Monash, serving homes, businesses and industrial sites across Canberra. The team of six electricians and apprentices brings over 40 years of combined experience to the work. Director Nathan handles quotes and client communication, with electricians James, Sam and Marc among those carrying out on-site jobs. They’re available around the clock for emergencies and offer same-day service for urgent work.

The service list covers most things a homeowner or business will need: general electrical repairs, lighting upgrades, switchboard upgrades and repairs, ceiling and exhaust-fan installations, outdoor and sensor lighting, data and TV/AV cabling, air-conditioning installations, heating and cooling wiring, and EV charger installations. For anything urgent, like power outages, sparks or burning smells, they respond 24 hours a day.

EV charging worth noting

With Canberra’s growing uptake of electric vehicles and the ACT’s push toward electrification, EV home charger installation available from Watts Needed Electrical. The team handles both home and workplace setups.

How they work

Reviews on Google are consistently positive, with a few themes emerging clearly: electricians arrive on time, quote upfront and stick to it, explain what they’re doing in plain terms, and leave the workspace clean. Several clients mention returning after a first job and referring friends. Pricing is described as fair and transparent, with no hidden costs.

For Canberra households and businesses wanting a reliable, licensed electrician available at short notice without the uncertainty around pricing, Watts Needed is a solid option.