Residential & Commercial
Electrical Services in Whangarei & Kerikeri
From a faulty power point to a complete new-build electrical system, Gibson Electric provides qualified residential and commercial electrical services across Whangarei, Kerikeri and surrounding Northland areas. We help make properties safer, easier to use and ready for the future.
- Licensed & qualified electricians
- Master Electricians NZ member
- Electrical compliance documentation
- Residential & commercial experience
- Whangarei & Kerikeri teams
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What do you need help with?
Something isn't working
Faults, tripping circuits, dead outlets or urgent problems.
See how we can helpI want to improve or renovate my home
Lighting, power points, kitchens and renovation planning.
See how we can helpI'm building a new home
Pre-wire, lighting design, data and compliance from day one.
See how we can helpI need electrical work for a business
Fit-outs, maintenance, testing and commercial compliance.
See how we can helpI manage rentals or commercial properties
Smoke alarms, Healthy Homes work and tenancy repairs.
See how we can helpI want to improve safety or compliance
Switchboards, RCDs, inspections and smoke alarms.
See how we can helpBig or Small
Everyday electrical work and repairs
We handle both small jobs and larger projects. Whether it's one dead power point or a whole-property upgrade, the same qualified team turns up, does the work properly and documents it.
Fault Finding & Electrical Repairs
Tracing and fixing tripping circuits, flickering lights and dead power.
Power Points & Extra Outlets
New outlets, USB points, outdoor sockets and dedicated circuits.
Hot Water Cylinder Wiring
Cylinder wiring, element replacement and no-hot-water fault repairs.
Oven, Cooktop & Appliance Connections
Safe, certified connection of ovens, rangehoods and kitchen appliances.
Data, Network, TV & Phone Cabling
CAT6 data, TV points and Wi-Fi access point cabling — tested and labelled.
Gates, Motors & Automation
Electric gate motors, intercoms and access control for homes and rural properties.
Spa & Pool Wiring
Dedicated, compliant circuits for spas, pools and outdoor entertaining areas.
Urgent Electrical Work
Callouts for urgent faults — call 09 407 6468 and we'll respond as fast as we can.
Featured: Lighting
Lighting that improves how your property looks, feels and functions
We help with replacing old halogen fittings with efficient LED downlights, designing lighting for kitchens, living areas and renovations, garden, deck, path and feature lighting, security and motion-sensor lighting, commercial and emergency lighting, and smart lighting with dimming controls.
An LED upgrade is not simply a bulb replacement. The right layout, colour temperature, beam angle and dimming setup can make rooms brighter and more comfortable while reducing ongoing power and maintenance costs. Read our guide on LED downlights vs traditional lighting for more detail.
LED Downlight Installation
Efficient, long-life LED downlights for any room.
View this serviceSecurity & Sensor Lighting
Motion-sensor floodlights for entries and driveways.
View this serviceGarden & Outdoor Feature Lighting
Deck, path and garden lighting built for NZ weather.
View this serviceSafety & Future-Proofing
Keep your property safe — and ready for what's next
Heat pumps, EV chargers, modern kitchens and other high-demand equipment can expose the limits of older switchboards. We upgrade switchboards, add RCD and circuit protection, carry out safety inspections and testing, install and certify smoke alarms, rewire older homes, and add surge protection, EV chargers and backup generator connections.
Not sure where to start? Our guide on when a switchboard needs upgrading covers the common warning signs. Planning a heat pump too? See our heat pump services — we handle the switchboard capacity and the installation as one job.
Featured: Renovations
Planning electrical work during a renovation
Involving an electrician early in a renovation makes a real difference to the finished result. While walls are open and plans are still flexible, we can improve power-point placement, lighting layouts, kitchen and appliance circuits, data and Wi-Fi cabling, outdoor power, security systems, EV charging preparation and future heat-pump requirements.
For more on getting a renovation right, read 5 things you must get right for your renovation to succeed.
Plan Your Renovation Electrical WorkWho We Work With
New builds, businesses and managed properties
New Builds
Electrical planning, pre-wire, lighting, power, data, fit-off and compliance — from the first plan to sign-off.
Commercial Electrical
Fit-outs, maintenance, three-phase work, lighting, testing and compliance — with work scheduled to minimise disruption to your business.
Commercial Electrical ServicesLandlords & Property Managers
Repairs, tenancy changeovers, smoke alarms, Healthy Homes-related electrical work, documentation and coordination with tenants.
Landlord & Property Manager ServicesFull Directory
Our electrical services
Every electrical service we offer, grouped so it's easy to find. Location-specific pages are listed under their parent service.
Repairs & Maintenance
Fault finding, repairs and everyday electrical work for homes and businesses.
Callouts for urgent faults — no power, burning smells, tripping circuits.
New outlets, USB points, outdoor sockets and dedicated appliance circuits.
Cylinder wiring, element replacement and hot water fault repairs.
Lighting
Replace old halogens with efficient, long-life LED downlights.
Motion-sensor floodlights and dusk-to-dawn lighting for entries and driveways.
Deck, path and garden lighting designed for outdoor NZ conditions.
Safety & Compliance
Replace old fuse boards with modern RCD protection and extra capacity.
Photoelectric and hard-wired alarms, with Healthy Homes documentation.
Power & Equipment
Home and business EV charging with switchboard capacity assessed first.
Generator changeover switches and inlets so outages don't stop you.
CAT6 data, TV points and Wi-Fi access point cabling — tested and labelled.
Renovations & New Builds
Pre-wire through to fit-off and compliance for new homes.
Complete electrical planning, lighting, power and data for new builds.
Commercial & Property Services
Fit-outs, maintenance, testing and compliance for local businesses.
Repairs, smoke alarms and Healthy Homes electrical work for rentals.
How It Works
What happens when you contact us?
Tell us what you need
Submit the booking form, send photos or call the office.
We assess the work
We may give initial guidance, arrange a site visit or identify whether diagnosis is needed.
You receive the next step
Depending on the work, that's an estimate, a fixed quote or an hourly service booking.
We complete and document the work
Our team completes the job, tests it and supplies the applicable electrical documentation.
FAQ
Common questions
What electrical work does Gibson Electric do?
Just about everything residential and light commercial — fault repairs, lighting, power points, switchboard upgrades, smoke alarms, EV chargers, data cabling, new builds and full renovations. Browse the directory on this page or the full services list for details.
Do you handle small electrical jobs?
Yes. Extra power points, a new light fitting, a faulty switch — no job is too small. Small jobs are usually charged as an hourly service booking.
Do you provide electrical certificates?
Yes — every job that requires certification comes with an electrical certificate of compliance. We're Master Electricians NZ members, and our work is covered by the $20,000 workmanship guarantee.
Can you help with an urgent electrical fault?
Yes — call 09 407 6468 and we'll respond as quickly as we can. See our urgent electrical service page for what counts as urgent and what to do in the meantime.
Do you work on rental and commercial properties?
Yes. We work with landlords, property managers and business owners on repairs, smoke alarms, Healthy Homes electrical work, fit-outs and scheduled maintenance.
When does a switchboard need upgrading?
Common signs are old ceramic fuses, no RCD safety switches, frequent tripping, or no spare capacity for new circuits. Adding a heat pump, EV charger or modern kitchen often exposes the limits of an older board.
Can you plan electrical work for a renovation or new build?
Absolutely — involving us early means better power point placement, lighting layouts, data cabling and provision for future loads like EV charging. We work alongside your builder from the planning stage.
What areas do you service?
Whangarei, Kerikeri, Kawakawa, Kaikohe and surrounding Northland areas.
Need an electrician in Whangarei or Kerikeri?
Tell us what is happening, what you would like changed, or what you are planning. Our team will help determine the right next step.