Residential

Q: What's the difference between an electrician and an electrical engineer?

Electrician vs Electrical EngineerAlthough one might assume electricians and electrical engineers have similar roles, they’re actually very different. Electrical engineers, for instance, are often office-based and use computer software to design new products and solutions while overseeing manufacturing. Electricians, on the other hand, are hands-on professionals working directly in the field. Common tasks include wiring homes and inspecting and repairing electrical systems.

Q: Do I need an electrician to install a light fixture?

Lighting Installation SafetyInstalling indoor and outdoor lighting is a speciality area for French Electrical. If you’re considering a light fixture yourself, keep in mind that without trained expertise in the electrical field, it can be dangerous to attempt this alone. That’s why it’s safer and quicker to enlist our help, ensuring the work is completed to a high standard.See every suburb we cover across East and Central Auckland.

Five Decades of Family-Powered Electrical Service

For over five decades, our family at French Electrical has been the heart and soul behind Auckland’s trusted residential electrical solutions. Since 1974, we’ve blended tradition with innovation to ensure your home remains comfortable and safe throughout the year.

In particular, our services are undertaken by registered Master Electricians using sustainable practices that respect the environment as much as your home. What’s more, our capacity allows us to respond quickly to urgent jobs, always keeping you informed of the situation to put your mind at ease.

We cover homes right across East and Central Auckland. For common household questions, see our guides to what a fuse does, why an RCD keeps tripping, what causes a short circuit, loose outlets and power surges.

Our Residential Electrical Services

We also provide design and installation packages for residential electrical installations for any home, no matter what the size. We also offer:

All The Electrical Needs For Your Home

From home automation to new lighting installations, and even security systems (including alarms and cameras), as well as emergency callouts, we have a range of market-leading solutions.

Additional Power Outlets

Many older homes simply aren’t built for today’s lifestyles. That’s why our team installs extra power outlets in strategic areas of your home, helping you cope with additional electrical devices.

Additional Lighting

Need extra lighting in a room, or want to design a scheme for a new outdoor living area? Either way, our team can design and install additional light fittings to suit your requirements.

Additional TV/Phone Outlets

If you’re experiencing reception or internet issues, or simply need more outlets for a growing family, we can help. In fact, we handle TV, phone, and network upgrades to suit your needs.

Hot Water Elements

From urgent repairs to a full system replacement, our team can assess your hot water needs and specify the right solution.

EV Chargers Installation

As electric vehicles become more popular, installing charging stations is a growing part of our business. So, talk to us about your specific requirement.

Water Pump Repairs

We also offer fast, efficient repairs, maintenance, and replacement options for a range of water and electric pumps.

Explore our recent Residential projects

Broomfields Road, East Auckland

New home · 2,000sqm whole-house wiring. Ten bedrooms with ensuites, a main kitchen and a separate chef’s kitchen, seven family lounges, formal entry and dining, three studies, a media room, a games room and separate two-bedroom accommodation — all wired from scratch.

Kenley Heights

New home · home automation. Clipsal C-Bus automation through five bedrooms, three bathrooms, kitchen, two living areas and a home theatre, plus a pool house, feature landscape lighting and an automatic gate. Architect Kim Veltman Architecture, built by Aegean Homes.

Strathfield Lane

Renovation · full electrical refit. Six bedrooms with ensuites, kitchen, conservatory, four living areas, a seven-car garage and a PABX phone system, with a separate pool house. Architect Swan Railley Architects, built by Stehr Brothers.

Vale Road, St Heliers

Full rewire · Superior Construction Ltd. A four-bedroom St Heliers home stripped back and rewired from the mains in — renovation prewire, complete fit-off, meter and main switchboard relocation, LED strip lighting to the steps, decks and vanities, alarm and AV.

Reihana Street, Orakei

Two new builds · Principle Homes Ltd. Full electrical contracts on two neighbouring architectural homes — slab conduits before the pour, mains and underground services, gate and intercom, driveway and garden lighting, and lift plant on the first.

Birch Park, Whitford

LED relight · six years of service. Every fitting in the house replaced with LED, then pool lighting, automated blinds and louvres, pump and float controls, gates and cameras — and the callouts in between, since 2020.

What Sets Us Apart

East Auckland Suburbs We Service

Mangere and Otara

Central Auckland Locations We Serve

What our clients say

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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent service! The team was very friendly, professional, and efficient. They responded quickly and completed the job in a timely manner. I really appreciate their helpfulness and great customer service.
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   Glenn Watson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Noted noise coming from the switchboard,
Phone call with a quick response, and all sorted.
  
 
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   Christine Samuel 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent friendly efficient service. Definitely use them again, thank you :)
  
 
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   Gillian Johnston 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sam arrived at my home right on time, assessed the work that needed to be done, went away and brought the appropriate light fittings, installed them, tested them, and cleaned up the mess he had made. Very efficient service.  I would definitely use this firm again.
  
 
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   Stephen Taylor 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Arrived the next morning after a late night request. The fix was done fast, the electrician was polite and did the job swiftly.
  
 
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   Dina Heylen 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. French Electrical once again did a phenomenal job lighting up the joint...  We think the lighting has made a massive difference to our home and French always a pleasure to deal with.   Thanks Team!

From Small Fixes To Wiring New Homes

Whether you are looking for an additional power outlet or a complete redesign of your electrical system, our expert electricians are ready to help with all your residential requirements.

Residential Developments

80% of our business is electrical work on new dwellings for builders and residential development companies. In fact, the French Electrical team works on up to five house projects daily, with residential housing at the core of our business. As a result, we provide an impressive service, fit for every residential need.

So, get in touch with us so we can get to work, providing you with a personal electrical solution.

FAQs

What does an electrician do?

Electricians are trained and certified professionals who handle a range of tasks, including installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems and equipment in residential properties. Since they specialise in electrical work, they can complete jobs safely and to a high standard. In particular, our team of expert electricians at French Electrical are skilled in everything from heat pump and air conditioning installation and maintenance to security cameras, solar power, and home theatre installations.

What's the difference between an electrician and an electrical engineer?

Electrician vs Electrical Engineer

Although one might assume electricians and electrical engineers have similar roles, they’re actually very different. Electrical engineers, for instance, are often office-based and use computer software to design new products and solutions while overseeing manufacturing. Electricians, on the other hand, are hands-on professionals working directly in the field. Common tasks include wiring homes and inspecting and repairing electrical systems.

Do I need an electrician to install a light fixture?

Lighting Installation Safety

Installing indoor and outdoor lighting is a speciality area for French Electrical. If you’re considering a light fixture yourself, keep in mind that without trained expertise in the electrical field, it can be dangerous to attempt this alone. That’s why it’s safer and quicker to enlist our help, ensuring the work is completed to a high standard.

See every suburb we cover across East and Central Auckland.