GoFox Electrical Services
Our skilled team of local electricians are dedicated to meeting your electrical needs with precision, safety and expertise.
GoFox Electrical provide a wide range of electrical services for homes, businesses, renovations, maintenance and new projects across New Zealand.
From emergency electricians and electrical repairs through to rewiring, lighting upgrades, switchboard upgrades, EV chargers, heat pumps, solar, security systems, and modern electrical solutions, GoFox Electrical support a broad range of electrical needs through trusted local electricians.
Whether you’re searching for an electrician near me, electrical maintenance, emergency electrical services, or specialist electrical solutions, GoFox Electrical deliver practical, reliable electrical services backed by local knowledge and experience.
Explore the electrical services below to learn more about the solutions available through your local GoFox Electrical team.
EV charger installation services for homes and businesses, including smart EV chargers, electric vehicle charging solutions, and upgrades.
EV Chargers
Ventilation system installations and servicing including positive pressure ventilation systems, home ventilation, extraction systems, airflow solutions, condensation reduction, moisture control, and indoor air quality improvements.
Ventilation Systems
Solar power installations, battery systems, solar repairs, system upgrades, and energy-efficient electrical solutions for homes and businesses.
Solar
Hot water heating repairs, cylinder fault finding, electrical hot water servicing, and replacement support for hot water systems.
Hot Water Heating Repairs
Heat pump and air conditioning installations including high wall units, floor consoles, ducted systems, servicing, repairs, and system upgrades for residential and commercial properties.
Heat Pumps & Air Conditioning
Electrical services for residential and architectural new builds, including lighting, power, wiring, and electrical fit-outs.
Residential and Architectural New Builds
Emergency electricians providing urgent electrical repairs, fault finding, power outages, after-hours call outs, and emergency electrical services.
After Hours & Emergency Call Outs
LED lighting installations and lighting upgrades designed to improve energy efficiency, visibility, safety, security, functionality, and modern lighting performance.
LED Lighting & Upgrades
Switchboard upgrades and electrical board replacements to improve safety, capacity, compliance, and support for modern electrical demands.
Switchboard Upgrades
Electrical test and tag services helping support electrical safety, appliance compliance, workplace requirements, and ongoing maintenance programmes.
Test & Tag
Electrical rewiring, renovations, and alterations including upgrades, extensions, modernisation, replacement wiring, and electrical improvement projects.
Electrical Rewiring, Renovations & Alterations
Commercial electrical services for offices, retail, hospitality, fit-outs, lighting, maintenance, upgrades, data cabling, servicing, and ongoing electrical support.
Commercial Electrical
Electrical maintenance and repair services including fault finding, electrical repairs, servicing, and ongoing property maintenance support.
Maintenance & Repairs
Data & network cabling, TV cabling, aerial installations, audio systems, and structured cabling solutions for homes and businesses.
Data Network Cabling
Security camera and CCTV installations including surveillance systems, remote monitoring, recording solutions, and property security technology.
Security Cameras & CCTV
Security alarm installations and alarm system upgrades helping improve property protection, and security management solutions.
Security & Alarms
Home automation solutions including smart lighting, automated controls, integrated electrical systems, and smart home technology installations.
Home Automation
Pre-purchase electrical inspections and safety assessments including electrical checks, compliance concerns, fault identification, and condition reporting.
Pre-purchase & Safety Assessments
Smoke alarm installations, replacements, testing, maintenance, and interconnected smoke detection systems to help improve fire safety and support Healthy Homes compliance.
Smoke Alarms
Electrical design, project planning, technical advice, system layouts, specifications, and consulting services for residential, commercial, renovation, and new build projects.
Design & Consulting
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Trusted by Customers Across New Zealand
Our customer survey score is a reflection of the professionalism, workmanship, communication and service delivered every day by GoFox teams throughout New Zealand.
Our vision
THE GOFOX VISION
To be a customer’s first choice for all electrical & plumbing services through earned reputation and respect.
Our score
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Modern Electrical Solutions
GoFox Electrical provide modern electrical solutions for homes, businesses, renovations, maintenance, and projects across New Zealand.
From lighting and power upgrades through to solar, EV charging, air conditioning, ventilation, and energy-efficient electrical solutions, GoFox Electrical support the way modern New Zealand properties live, work, and operate.
Our qualified electricians work across a wide range of residential and commercial environments, delivering practical electrical solutions tailored to the needs of each property and project.
Whether it’s upgrading existing systems, supporting new technologies, or helping improve efficiency and functionality, GoFox Electrical focus on delivering reliable electrical solutions designed for modern living.
Trusted Local Electricians
Our Electrical Franchises are locally owned and operated businesses, with qualified electricians providing electrical services for homes, businesses, renovations, maintenance, and projects across New Zealand.
Backed by local knowledge and experience, GoFox Electrical deliver reliable electrical solutions tailored to the needs of modern New Zealand properties.
Whether it’s ongoing electrical maintenance, upgrades, repairs, fit-outs, renovations, or new installations, GoFox Electrical focus on delivering practical solutions and consistent workmanship across a wide range of residential and commercial environments.
Our local electricians understand the importance of reliable communication, quality workmanship, and dependable service throughout every stage of a project.
Local Service, National Support
We combine the responsiveness of local electricians with the support, systems, and standards of a wider national network.
As locally owned and operated businesses, GoFox Electrical teams take pride in building strong relationships with homeowners, businesses, builders, and property managers within their communities.
Our local electricians focus on delivering reliable service, clear communication, and practical electrical solutions tailored to the needs of each customer and project.
Behind every GoFox Electrical business is the backing of a national network, providing shared knowledge, established systems, supplier relationships, and ongoing support across New Zealand. This allows GoFox Electrical to deliver consistent service standards while maintaining the personalised approach of a local electrician.
GoFox Electrical Services FAQs
Do I need a licensed electrician in New Zealand?
Yes. All prescribed electrical work in New Zealand must be carried out by a registered electrician holding a current practising licence from the Electrical Workers Registration Board (EWRB). DIY prescribed electrical work is illegal in most cases, can void your home insurance, and creates serious safety risks. GoFox electricians are fully EWRB-registered and operate across multiple locations nationwide.
Read more: https://gofox.nz/news/licensed-electrician-new-zealand/
What does a Certificate of Compliance mean in NZ electrical work?
A Certificate of Compliance (CoC) is a legal document confirming that electrical work has been completed to New Zealand safety standards. Your electrician must issue one after completing any prescribed electrical work. Without a CoC, your insurance may not cover electrical faults and you may face complications when selling your property.
Read more: https://gofox.nz/news/certificate-of-compliance-electrical-work-nz/
How do I find a reliable electrician near me in New Zealand?
Look for an electrician who is EWRB-registered and holds a current practising licence. GoFox Electrical has locally owned and operated franchises across New Zealand, from Whangārei and Auckland to Wellington, Christchurch, Queenstown, and beyond.
Read more: https://gofox.nz/news/find-a-reliable-electrician/
How much does an electrician cost in New Zealand?
Standard electrician hourly rates in NZ typically range from $85 to $125 + GST during business hours, with most jobs also carrying a callout or service fee. If you are located outside a contractor’s usual service area, a travel fee may also apply. Larger or more complex jobs like switchboard upgrades or rewiring are usually quoted at a fixed price. Getting a written quote before work begins is always recommended so there are no surprises.
Read more: https://gofox.nz/news/electrician-cost-nz/
How do I know if my home's switchboard needs upgrading?
Common signs include frequently tripping breakers, old ceramic fuses instead of modern RCD-protected circuits, lights that flicker when appliances switch on, or a board that is more than 25 years old. An outdated switchboard may not meet current NZ safety standards and can struggle to handle modern loads like heat pumps, EV chargers, and home offices. A licensed electrician can assess your board and advise on the right upgrade.
Do I need an electrical inspection before buying a house in New Zealand?
While not legally required, a pre-purchase electrical inspection is strongly recommended before buying any property in New Zealand. It can uncover hidden faults, outdated wiring, non-compliant installations, or safety hazards that could cost thousands to fix after settlement, and gives you real negotiating power before signing. A registered electrician can provide a written condition report covering the switchboard, wiring, safety devices, and overall electrical health of the property.
Read more: https://gofox.nz/news/pre-purchase-electrical-inspection
Can an electrician come out after hours or on weekends in New Zealand?
Yes. Many registered electricians in New Zealand offer after-hours and weekend callout services for genuine electrical emergencies. After-hours rates are typically 1.5 to 2x standard rates, so it is worth confirming pricing before work begins.
Is electrical testing and tagging required for businesses in New Zealand?
Yes. Under New Zealand’s Health and Safety at Work Act, employers have a duty to ensure portable electrical appliances in the workplace are safe to use. Regular testing and tagging by a licensed electrician helps meet this obligation, with testing intervals varying depending on the work environment. Failing to maintain compliant equipment can result in WorkSafe enforcement action and significant liability in the event of an incident.
Read more: https://gofox.nz/news/test-and-tag-nz
Do you have a question not covered here? Call the GoFox team on 0800 95 99 99 or find your local electrician at https://gofox.nz/locations
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