Electrical Compliance

Compliance
AS/NZS 3000:2018

If you’re looking for a trusted local electrician in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs who prioritises safety, quality, and professionalism, get in touch today.

Let’s discuss your job properly and ensure it’s done right the first time.

Why It Matters

Electrical compliance isn’t just paperwork – it’s safety.

I stress safety and compliance because I genuinely care about the homes I work in and the families who live in them. Electricity is unforgiving. When systems aren’t compliant with AS/NZS 3000:2018 (The Wiring Rules), the risks are real – fire, electric shock, appliance failure, and serious property damage.

Beyond safety, there are financial consequences most homeowners don’t realise:

  • Insurance policies can be voided if an electrical system is found to be non-compliant.
  • Manufacturer warranties can be rejected if appliances are connected to outdated or non-compliant wiring or circuit protection.

And I see it far too often.

Brand-new kitchens fitted with premium appliances –
Miele ovens,
Smeg induction cooktops –

…installed onto old switchboards with outdated circuit breakers and no compliant RCD protection.

When something goes wrong, manufacturers are within their rights to deny warranty claims if the installation doesn’t meet Australian standards. That can turn a premium appliance into a very expensive mistake.

Compliance Protects

  • Your family’s safety
  • Your home
  • Your insurance coverage
  • Your appliance warranties
  • Your long-term investment

Upgrading appliances without upgrading protection is like putting a high-performance engine into a car with no brakes.

If we’re doing the job, we do it properly – compliant, safe, and built to current standards. 

No shortcuts. No “she’ll be right.”

Sparky Steve – Because safety isn’t optional.

Testimonials

What your neighbours say about me

Don’t just take me on my word. Trust the wonderful people around you. Here’s just a few kind words from your neighbours about the quality service I provide.

Steve has done extensive work at our apartment for a number of serious and not so serious electrical issues. He was recommended to us by a friend and we soon understood why. He is the most professional, thorough and personable tradesman we have ever dealt with. He is the type of guy who takes pride in doing the job safely ...
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nicm6 from Bondi
Steve has done extensive work at our apartment for a number of serious and not so serious electrical issues. He was recommended to us by a friend and we soon understood why. He is the most professional, thorough and personable tradesman we have ever dealt with. He is the type of guy who takes pride in doing the job safely and correctly the first time which was a relief after some of the other guys we had put up with. On top of this he is a great communicator, always reliable and on time and we are often pleasantly surprised about his invoices which we have almost never said having work done in The Eastern Suburbs!
nicm6 from Bondi
nicm6 from Bondi
Sparky Steve: Honest and knowledgeable tradesman, We have used Steve serval times now, from rewiring to landscape lighting. Sparky Steve offers helpful advice, does a great job, cleans up afterwards and prices are very reasonable.
janew499 from Randwick
Sparky Steve: Honest and knowledgeable tradesman, We have used Steve serval times now, from rewiring to landscape lighting. Sparky Steve offers helpful advice, does a great job, cleans up afterwards and prices are very reasonable.
janew499 from Randwick
janew499 from Randwick

"Left no stone unturned to give us a safe and working home"

​Sparky Steve recabled my whole Californian bungalow and left no stone unturned to give us a safe and working home. No compromise, no bulldust, I recommend him wholeheartedly  
Linton B - Earlwood

"Left no stone unturned to give us a safe and working home"

​Sparky Steve recabled my whole Californian bungalow and left no stone unturned to give us a safe and working home. No compromise, no bulldust, I recommend him wholeheartedly 
Linton B - Earlwood
Linton B - Earlwood
Hi Steve, Thanks for your work. I liked your choice of lights for the hallway. I am very happy with what you have done, and look forward to working with you again.
Andrew
Hi Steve, Thanks for your work. I liked your choice of lights for the hallway. I am very happy with what you have done, and look forward to working with you again.
Andrew
Andrew
Rose Bay NSW March
Sparky Steve was a fantastic help on our recent renovation. we went with Sparky Steve not on price, but because of his knowledge and passion for the job, He not only pointed out important items, and power point locations the Architect, builder and kitchen company failed include but he also designed the electrical system to suit our needs like planning ...
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Raym30 from Maroubra
Sparky Steve was a fantastic help on our recent renovation. we went with Sparky Steve not on price, but because of his knowledge and passion for the job, He not only pointed out important items, and power point locations the Architect, builder and kitchen company failed include but he also designed the electrical system to suit our needs like planning bathroom ventilation, the external lighting, pre-wiring for garden lights, sensor lighting in garage and pathways, All great ideas that had been overlooked and would have been very expensive to do afterwards Steve not only handled all our electrical requirements, but also looked after the alarm install, data cabling and new FTA antenna and cabling. You know a tradesman's good when the other tradies want his contact details. Great value for money rated on the expertise, professionalism and price, I couldn't fault the "hard-case" big Kiwi.
Raym30 from Maroubra
Raym30 from Maroubra
Not only did he always turn up when he said he would, he did a top quality job and offered helpful advice on many aspects of our renovation Steve has a passion for his job and gave excellent advice on electrical products. Steve also supplied and fitted quality LED lighting cheaper than the lighting shops. My wife felt confident our ...
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John Boldger. Coogee
Not only did he always turn up when he said he would, he did a top quality job and offered helpful advice on many aspects of our renovation Steve has a passion for his job and gave excellent advice on electrical products. Steve also supplied and fitted quality LED lighting cheaper than the lighting shops. My wife felt confident our house was safe as Steve rewired our switch board installing RCD safety switches and testing everything he did.
John Boldger. Coogee
John Boldger. Coogee
We have found him to be very experienced and professional. He is very passionate about safety and we have Had him review the electrics in our both our family homes. I trust his experience and workmanship. He has even called from a family break to check up on a job that everything was good. I have recommended Steve to many ...
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TaraC from Little Bay
We have found him to be very experienced and professional. He is very passionate about safety and we have Had him review the electrics in our both our family homes. I trust his experience and workmanship. He has even called from a family break to check up on a job that everything was good. I have recommended Steve to many friends and family, all of which have found the above to be true and continue to recommend him to their friends. Got to love a great tradie!
TaraC from Little Bay
TaraC from Little Bay
Sparky Steve was contacted through Service Seeking, he was the only decent tradesman I managed to get off this service providing site. Steve was honest and trustworthy and pointed out the wrongs and risks to my property done by the previous Service Seeking electrician. Steve repaired all the dodgy work and thoroughly tested everything. Steve fully explained what needed to ...
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Stephen. Maroubra NSW
Sparky Steve was contacted through Service Seeking, he was the only decent tradesman I managed to get off this service providing site. Steve was honest and trustworthy and pointed out the wrongs and risks to my property done by the previous Service Seeking electrician. Steve repaired all the dodgy work and thoroughly tested everything. Steve fully explained what needed to by done and why. Steve's Labour and materials pricing is very fair. I now have a great local electrician I can recommend
Stephen. Maroubra NSW
Stephen. Maroubra NSW
Steve, all seems to be fixed at our place. After some very heavy rain. We have not had any-more tripping of our light circuits. I will put the money in your account tonight. It’s a little annoying the other electricians demanded payment yet didn’t come back to fix the problems. Thanks Steve good job...
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Rob.H
Steve, all seems to be fixed at our place. After some very heavy rain. We have not had any-more tripping of our light circuits. I will put the money in your account tonight. It’s a little annoying the other electricians demanded payment yet didn’t come back to fix the problems. Thanks Steve good job mate.
Rob.H
Rob.H
Newtown NSW September 2012

"Work is always top notch"

I Have used Sparky Steve on numerous occasions and work is always top notch. But it's the most recent above and beyond customer service he delivered. We had an issue with a noisy fan. Asked Steve how much to replace it. Many Sparky's would have just taken my money. Steve referred ...
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P. M - Little Bay

"Work is always top notch"

I Have used Sparky Steve on numerous occasions and work is always top notch. But it's the most recent above and beyond customer service he delivered. We had an issue with a noisy fan. Asked Steve how much to replace it. Many Sparky's would have just taken my money. Steve referred me back to the supplier who came out and replaced under warranty. Plus follow up calls later to make sure all was fixed properly. Great customer care. Shame he doesn't do plumbing, carpentry and gardening.
P. M - Little Bay
P. M - Little Bay

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