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NZ Electrician's Guide to Quoting New Builds and Renovations

How New Zealand electricians quote residential electrical work. Covers pricing per point, compliance, and working with builders.

4 February 20267 min read
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New Zealand electrical work has specific requirements. Here's how to quote it right.

Pricing Methods

Per Point Pricing

  • Power point: $80-120
  • Light point: $100-150
  • Data point: $120-180
  • Smoke detector: $150-200

New Build Typical Costs

  • 3-bed house: $15,000-25,000
  • 4-bed house: $20,000-35,000
  • Includes switchboard, all points, testing

NZ-Specific Requirements

  • Electrical Workers Registration Board (EWRB) registration
  • Certificate of Compliance required
  • AS/NZS 3000 compliance
  • RCD protection mandatory

Working with Builders

  • Quote early in project
  • Coordinate with other trades
  • Progress payments aligned with build stages
  • Variations in writing

GST Considerations

  • Quote excluding GST for builders
  • Quote including GST for homeowners
  • 15% GST rate

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