Grafton Electrical

Q: What is the difference between a licensed electrician and an electrical contractor?

A licensed electrician is a person who has undergone the necessary training and received the appropriate certifications to complete electrical work, such as inspecting electrical systems, fixing electrical faults and connecting sockets. An electrical contractor, on the other hand, is a company that is properly insured and licensed to hire electricians to conduct electrical work on a commercial or residential property .

McGrath Electrical & Data provides comprehensive residential, commercial and industrial electrical services to Coffs Harbour, Ballina, Casino, Grafton, Woolgoolga, Yamba and surrounding areas in the North Coast NSW.

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Qualified electricians
Grafton NSW

We are a licensed and insured Level 2 electrical contractor delivering high-quality services and products at very competitive prices. We also do insurance audits and reporting as well as offer 24/7 emergency call-out services.

We offer many electrical & data services ranging from security & CCTV to air conditioning, core drilling and so much more!

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Commercial Electrical Grafton

At McGrath Electrical, our team are heavily experienced and trained in commercial electrical services. Our commercial services include;

Commercial air conditioning
C-Bus automation
Commercial Washers, Dryers
Computer rooms & data centres
Data cabling
Data networks
Electrical compliance reports
Exit & emergency lighting
Fibre-optic cabling fit-outs & de fit-outs
Safety switches
Security, CCTV, Intercom & access
Switchboard installation & service
Testing & tagging
VOIP
and more!

Reach out to a member of our team to get a quote or give us a call on 02 6642 2170 today!

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Residential Electrical Grafton

McGrath Electrical & Data is Grafton’s leading household electrical specialist. Our services include these and more:

Air conditioning
Energy efficient lighting
Heating
Hot water systems
Wiring & re-wiring
Electronic security: intercoms & access control
LED lighting
Outdoor lighting
Pool & spa lighting
Security lighting
Sensor lights
Switchboard upgrades
Underground & overground power cabling
And more!

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Industrial Electrical Mid North Coast NSW

At McGrath Electrical & Data, our experienced electricians install, service and maintain, among others, the following industrial items:

Automation control systems
Backup generators
Cone crushers
Conveyance systems
Electric motor rebuilds
Electrical compliance reports
Electrical system design
Generator repairs
Location of underground services
Mine site installations & compliance
Mobile batching plants for concrete systems
Variable speed drive & soft starter motor control systems
And more!

We also provide 24/7 emergency call-out service.

Our scheduled maintenance programs save our clients both downtime and money. These regular services help prevent electrical system failures, taking action before more costly equipment can be affected. Give us a call on 02 6642 4170 to get started!

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Experienced Electricians NSW

Unfortunately, electrical systems such as air conditioning, CCTV and security lighting often break at the most inconvenient of times.

At McGrath, in addition to providing 24/7 emergency services, we also provide regular maintenance services to keep all electrical systems in your home or business running efficiently.

Regular maintenance ensures you avoid unexpected breakdowns and will ensure your electrical systems work reliably and safely year-round. If you are unsure how often an electrical system needs to be maintained, get in touch with our professional team and we will be able to advise you.

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High Quality Electrical Services

As an experienced company, we appreciate that our clients have individual electrical needs. For this reason, we never try to force a one-size-fits-all service on a client and instead ensure to learn about any unique needs or requirements a customer may have.

Whether we are providing an electrical repair, installation or maintenance service, we treat each and every single one of our clients like the individual they are.

Our team enjoy a challenge and we regularly use creative problem-solving techniques to provide innovative solutions to electrical problems.

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Why Choose McGrath?

If you’re looking for an electrician in Grafton or nearby, we can provide the services you need. When we work in a property, whether it is a commercial, domestic or industrial location, we treat the property as if it were our own and ensure to move discreetly throughout the property, causing minimal disruption.

Should our electrical services cause any mess, we will ensure to clean the area thoroughly. We consider customer service to be of equal importance to our electrical work and always strive to maintain the high reputation we have built as a business.

At McGrath, we have been serving Grafton and surrounding locations with high-quality electrician services since 1989. As a family business, we understand the importance of reliable electrical systems both in running a safe and comfortable family home, and a business.

In addition to this, we always endeavour to keep our prices as low as possible. To ensure we provide our clients with the highest value, all of our electricians Grafton based are able to supply and install electrical parts at wholesale prices.

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Get In Touch

As a home or business owner, you may have many questions about the electrical systems in your property, or about an electrical system you are considering purchasing.

From updating refrigeration systems for hospitality businesses to repairing air conditioning systems for families in summer, our expert team will be on-hand to answer any questions or queries you may have about electrical systems and provide the cost-effective services you need.

We provide free consultation services and will be happy to discuss any ideas you may have for electrical work and offer a no-obligation quotation. Call us today on 02 6642 4170 and discover how our electricians may be able to help you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I DIY Small Electrical works at my home?

No. In New South Wales, it is against the law for anybody other than a licensed electrician to carry out home wiring or house rewiring services.

Even if the work has been completed to a high quality, it will not pass accreditation, which is a problem if you’re planning to sell the house in the future. Employing a licensed electrician to complete all of your residential wiring work is a wise investment in terms of both your safety and finances.

How often should I get an electrical safety inspection?

Having an electrical inspection done is highly recommended if:

You’re purchasing an existing home that has been occupied
Your home is more than 25 years old
It has been more than 5 years since an inspection was last performed
You’re particularly worried about how some of the appliances in your new house have been installed

Why is surge protection important?

One of the most important functions of a surge protector is to safeguard your electrical equipment (such as TVs, laptops, and microwave ovens) from surges, which are defined as increases in voltage that are much greater than the specified amount.

Ordinary domestic and business wiring uses a 240-volt supply as its usual voltage, so if the voltage rises beyond 240 volts, it may damage your appliances. An example of a time when this might happen is during a lightning strike. It’s important to note that the higher the joule rating, the more energy can be absorbed by the surge protector.

What exactly is a safety switch, and do I need one?

Safety switches are devices that quickly switch off the electricity supply if an electrical fault is detected. In as short as 30 milliseconds, they are able to detect the loss of current from a circuit, minimising the risk of electric shock, electricity-related fires, injury and death.

Since the early 1990s, safety switches have been a legal requirement on all final sub-circuits in new houses, and in most states since 2000, they have also been required on light and energy circuits in new homes. The problem, however, is that many older houses do not have safety switches, and circuits like air conditioning, pool filtration, hot water systems and stoves are not protected. If you’re worried your home doesn’t have any safety switches, speak to our team today.

What is the difference between a licensed electrician and an electrical contractor?

A licensed electrician is a person who has undergone the necessary training and received the appropriate certifications to complete electrical work, such as inspecting electrical systems, fixing electrical faults and connecting sockets. An electrical contractor, on the other hand, is a company that is properly insured and licensed to hire electricians to conduct electrical work on a commercial or residential property.