14+ years experience. Licensed, insured, and servicing all of Adelaide. Free quotes, honest advice, and work you can count on.
Modern panel installations and upgrades for safety, capacity, and compliance with Australian standards.
Cat5e/Cat6 structured cabling, network points, patch panels, and rack setups for homes and businesses.
Induction cooktops, ovens, hot water systems, air conditioning connections, and all hardwired appliances.
LED upgrades, downlights, outdoor battens, landscape lighting, and smart lighting controls.
RCD testing, smoke alarm upgrades, safety inspections, and compliance certificates for landlords.
Powerpoints, ceiling fans, rewiring, fault finding, and all general residential maintenance.
Nestled in the Adelaide Hills, Blackwood is known for its tall gums, cooler climate, and charming mix of character homes and modern builds. The hills environment brings specific electrical challenges — from storm damage repairs and surge protection to outdoor lighting for steep driveways and garden paths.
Jake regularly works with Blackwood homeowners upgrading older switchboards in 1960s and 70s homes along Coromandel Parade, installing ceiling fans for summer comfort, and fitting LED lighting throughout properties near Wittunga Botanic Garden. With 14+ years of experience, he understands the unique needs of hills homes.
Storm damage repair is one of the most urgent call-outs I get from Blackwood. Being a hills suburb, Blackwood cops more severe weather than metro Adelaide — falling branches can damage meter boxes, outdoor fittings, and cable runs. I respond quickly to make properties safe again and restore power, often the same day the call comes in.
Switchboard upgrades are a regular job in Blackwood. Many of the older homes near Coromandel Parade and the Wittunga Botanic Garden area still have original ceramic fuse boards from the 1960s and 70s. I replace these with modern RCD-protected switchboards that handle today’s appliance loads and meet current Australian safety standards.
Outdoor lighting is a popular service throughout Blackwood. With large, sloping blocks and beautiful established gardens, residents want quality LED path lighting, garden spotlights, and carport lighting that’s built to handle the elements. I install weatherproof fittings rated for outdoor use — no cheap products that fail after the first winter.
Surge protection is something I recommend to every Blackwood homeowner I visit. Hills properties are more exposed to electrical surges from nearby lightning strikes. I install whole-home surge diverters at the switchboard to protect expensive appliances and electronics — an affordable safeguard that pays for itself the first time a storm rolls through the Blackwood area.
I’m Jake Burrell, owner and director of First Class Electrical and Data. With 14 years in the electrical trade, I service all of Adelaide including Blackwood.
I’m punctual, easy to deal with, and passionate about doing quality work at a fair price. Whether it’s a cooktop install, a full switchboard upgrade, or a lighting fit-out — I treat every job like it’s my own home.
SA licence PGE 224878 · full public liability insurance.
I show up when I say I will. Simple as that.
Your place is left the way I found it.
No obligation, no hidden fees.
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View Our WorkHad a great experience with First Class Electrical. Quote was reasonable, communication was great and the job was completed before anticipated. 6 star service. Will be using Jake and his crew moving forward. Thank you Jake.
First Class Electrical did a re-wire for us — very professional, great communication. Would highly recommend to others in the future!
I recently used First Class Electrical for a job — I would highly recommend! Special shout out to Jake, he was great to communicate with and did a great job on my property. 5 Stars!
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